Vice President of Supply Chain

Position Overview

The Vice President of Supply Chain will lead the company’s end-to-end supply chain strategy and day-to-day operations. This executive position covers procurement, production coordination, supplier oversight, logistics, warehousing, and the design of a worldwide supply chain network. The objective is to build a supply chain that is reliable, efficient, scalable, and cost-conscious, while also strengthening the business’s delivery performance and competitive position in the global jewelry industry.

Key Responsibilities

• Set medium- and long-range supply chain plans and define the roadmap for system development.
• Redesign and optimize the global supply network and the allocation of supply chain resources.
• Create a supply chain framework that is efficient, resilient, and able to scale with business growth.
• Lead digital adoption and process refinement across supply chain functions.
• Develop purchasing strategies for raw materials, support materials, outsourced work, and other procurement categories.
• Build, assess, and manage core vendors and strategic partners.
• Introduce supplier segmentation and performance review systems.
• Balance procurement spend with the need for uninterrupted supply and quality compliance.
• Align production planning with available supply chain capacity and resources.
• Improve production schedules and shorten delivery lead times.
• Raise order completion rates and strengthen on-time delivery performance.
• Promote smooth coordination across production and all connected supply chain stages.
• Improve international logistics planning and transportation solutions.
• Increase warehouse efficiency and inventory turnover.
• Set up inventory monitoring and early risk detection mechanisms.
• Lower total logistics and warehousing expenses.
• Work closely with procurement, production, sales, finance, and operations teams.
• Ensure supply chain initiatives are aligned with wider business goals.
• Standardize processes and encourage disciplined execution across functions.
• Enable quick response to market changes and sales requirements.
• Study supply chain data and market or industry trends to guide decisions.
• Continuously improve structure, efficiency, cost performance, and profitability.
• Strengthen responsiveness and resilience across the supply chain.
• Identify operational risks such as supply interruptions, quality issues, and transportation problems.
• Build contingency plans and risk management controls.
• Ensure compliance with international trade rules and all relevant regulations.
• Maintain stable, secure, and sustainable supply chain operations.

Qualifications

The role calls for 10 to 20 years of experience in supply chain management, procurement, or operations, including at least 5 years in a senior leadership position at Director level or higher. Experience in jewelry, luxury goods, or manufacturing supply chains is preferred, and international or cross-border supply chain exposure is also preferred. The ideal candidate should bring strong strategic judgment, the ability to coordinate across departments, and a proven record of execution.

Benefits

• Competitive executive-level compensation and benefits.
• Long-term growth and career development opportunities.
• Opportunity to join the core leadership team of a fast-growing international jewelry company.
• Direct involvement in shaping and executing the company’s global supply chain strategy.