Global Supply Chain Manager

About Rebel Rebel

Located in the Rebel Rebel headquarters at WeWork Aviation House, London, Rebel Rebel is an award-winning, fast-expanding beauty company revolutionizing the professional beauty sector with its innovative product range, striking branding, and excellent customer support. Operating internationally, the company collaborates with top manufacturing partners in China and distributes products through multiple global warehouse locations.

Role Overview

As the business rapidly grows, Rebel Rebel seeks a seasoned Global Supply Chain Manager to oversee comprehensive supply chain operations. This leadership position ensures optimal inventory placement and timing while continuously improving systems and workflows.

Key Responsibilities

• Direct and manage the full global supply chain involving four 3PL warehouse locations worldwide.
• Handle purchasing and production orders with Chinese manufacturing partners.
• Collaborate with commercial and operations teams to forecast purchasing needs, maintaining ideal stock levels for five distinct brands and around 800 SKUs, supporting frequent new product introductions and business expansion.
• Allocate stock efficiently across warehouses to maximize availability.
• Organize and manage international stock movements between warehouses.
• Ensure inventory accuracy via regular reconciliations, cycle counts, and stringent stock controls.
• Promptly address and rectify any inventory inconsistencies.
• Lead inventory reporting and monitor stock health across operations.
• Manage international inbound freight logistics from China, working closely with freight forwarders and logistics companies to track shipping schedules and address delays or risks.
• Continuously assess freight performance to enhance efficiency and reduce expenses.
• Maintain accuracy of inventory transactions in the Unleashed ERP system, including purchasing, receiving, transfers, adjustments, and stock movements.
• Promote improvements in reporting, automation, and supply chain practices, utilizing AI tools to boost forecasting, reporting, and operational decision-making.
• Lead, mentor, and develop a team of two Inventory Administrators, establishing clear goals and promoting a culture of accountability and ongoing improvement.
• Assist the Operations Director with strategic planning and operational initiatives related to the supply chain.
• Identify and implement opportunities to enhance process efficiency, precision, and scalability across the global supply chain.
• Create insightful reports and dashboards to support business decisions.
• Collaborate with Sales, Finance, Operations, and warehouse partners to optimize planning and inventory management.

Required Qualifications and Skills

• Proven experience in a comparable senior supply chain management role.
• Expertise managing inventories across several warehouse locations and international supply chains.
• Strong background in purchasing and supplier relations, particularly with manufacturers in China.
• Comprehensive knowledge of international freight and logistics management.
• Experience leading and developing team members.
• Advanced proficiency in Excel and strong analytical skills.
• Familiarity with ERP systems for inventory management, with Unleashed ERP experience being a plus.
• Experience in fast-paced startup or scale-up environments.
• A mindset oriented towards continuous improvement and ability to challenge existing methods.
• Comfort using AI technologies to enhance reporting, planning, and operational efficiency.
• Excellent organization, commercial awareness, and capability to handle multiple priorities accurately.
• Knowledge of demand planning and inventory forecasting.
• Experienced in managing multiple third-party logistics providers.

Desirable

• Prior experience with Unleashed ERP.
• Background in beauty, consumer goods, or FMCG sectors.

Why Work with Rebel Rebel?

• Join one of the UK's fastest-growing beauty brands during an exciting phase of global expansion.
• Take responsibility for a worldwide supply chain with substantial autonomy and influence.
• Play a pivotal leadership role in developing the systems, processes, and team to support future growth.
• Collaborate with highly ambitious and cooperative colleagues in an innovative and welcoming environment.
• Make a significant impact in a fast-moving company where your contributions directly affect success.