Candidate overview
A Supply Chain Transformation & Programme Director with 20+ years’ experience delivering complex change across retail, FMCG and e-commerce environments. This candidate operates at senior leadership level, typically engaged to lead end-to-end logistics transformation, from initial strategy and network design through to implementation, stabilisation and optimisation.
They bring a strong track record in multi-site, high-value programmes, including distribution centre builds, automation deployment, 3PL transitions and operational recovery. Known for taking ownership of delivery in challenging environments, they are frequently deployed to stabilise underperforming operations, recover failing programmes, and drive cost and service improvements.
Combining hands-on execution with strategic oversight, they offer a clear value proposition: bringing pace, structure and control to complex supply chain transformation initiatives, ensuring delivery against both operational and commercial objectives.
Profile highlights / Key strengths / What they bring
- Programme Director-level leadership across large-scale, multi-million-pound supply chain transformations
- Deep expertise across warehousing, transport, and 3PL strategy with full lifecycle ownership
- Proven delivery of network design, DC builds, and automation implementation programmes
- Strong track record in operational turnaround, cost reduction and performance improvement
- End-to-end programme ownership from strategy through to go-live, stabilisation and optimisation
- Extensive experience in WMS, WCS and ERP selection and implementation
- Leads 3PL RFPs, commercial negotiations and supplier selection across multiple regions
- Robust capability in governance, risk management and delivery control within complex environments
- Highly effective in senior stakeholder management, aligning internal teams and external partners
- Experienced in infrastructure and property strategy, including site selection and lease negotiation
Recent impact includes
- Led a pan-European logistics network transformation, including automation deployment and multiple greenfield DC developments
- Delivered a 3PL turnaround programme resulting in measurable cost reduction and improved operating model design
- Executed an end-to-end logistics transformation including process redesign, automation, and performance culture reset
- Led a post-ERP failure recovery programme, restoring inventory accuracy and service levels in a high-pressure environment
- Delivered inventory optimisation initiatives, achieving significant stock reduction and improved working capital position
- Directed e-commerce and multi-channel transformation programmes within high-growth and disruption-led environments
- Delivered click-and-collect optimisation, generating measurable cost savings and service improvements
- Led large-scale warehouse recovery and site migration programmes following major operational disruption
Industry / Environment experience
- Retail (including fashion and general merchandise)
- FMCG and consumer goods
- E-commerce and multi-channel distribution
- Third-party logistics and supply chain services
Experience spans global and pan-European operations, including high-volume, fast-paced and operationally complex environments, often within transformation, turnaround or high-growth contexts.
Best suited for
- Supply Chain Transformation Director / Programme Director roles
- Interim leadership of logistics, distribution or network transformation programmes
- Organisations undergoing automation, DC builds or network redesign
- Businesses requiring operational recovery, stabilisation or performance improvement
- Complex environments needing 3PL strategy, procurement and transition leadership
Commercials / Key info
- Available for interim and programme-based assignments
- Significant experience operating in high-impact, delivery-critical roles
- UK-based with flexibility for national and international travel
- Day rate / package available on request
