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Supply Chain Director

Madrid, Spain Permanent View Job Description
Define, lead, and execute the end-to end supply chain strategy of the company in Spain, ensuring an efficient, cost-effective, and sustainable end-to-end supply chain: inbound, warehousing, network, outbound, last mile, and reverse logistics operations. The SC Director will drive supply chain transformation through digitalization, innovation, and strategic partnerships, aligning supply chain capabilities with business needs and customer expectations.
  • Excellent opportunity
  • Within a leading multinational

About Our Client

The hiring company is a large organisation within the Retail and Distribution industry, known for its commitment to operational excellence and customer satisfaction. The company operates in a fast-paced environment and offers opportunities to lead and innovate in supply chain management.

Job Description

Key Responsibilities

Strategy & Leadership

* Design and deploy the national supply chain strategy aligned with corporate vision and local business objectives.

* Lead transformation projects across transportation, warehousing, automation, data-driven logistics, and sustainability.

* Lead transformation projects across network design & customer first last mile design

* Evolve the logistics model towards a robust, flexible, omnichannel operation centered on customer needs.

Operations Management

* Ensure excellence in daily operations for transportation, distribution centers, cross-docking, and last mile delivery.

* Define, together with the Head of Logistics, key KPIs and monitor performance.

* Optimize reverse logistics processes including returns, refurbishment, and sustainable waste management.

Financial & Contractual Management

* Develop and manage the annual logistics budget, ensuring cost efficiency and resource optimization.

* Negotiate strategic contracts with logistics providers, carriers, and 3PLs to secure competitive and value-driven agreements.

* Build cost models by channel (brick-and-mortar, e-commerce, after-sales services).

Transformation, Innovation & Sustainability

* Drive digitalization and the use of advanced technologies to enhance visibility and efficiency.

* Lead sustainability initiatives in logistics: CO₂ reduction in transportation, renewable energy in warehouses, sustainable packaging, and reverse logistics efficiency.

* Develop automation projects in distribution centers and explore innovative solutions.

The Successful Applicant

Profile Requirements

* 12+ years of experience in supply chain and logistics, including at least 5 years in strategic leadership roles.

* Proven track record in retail, distribution, or FMCG, ideally within multinational and omnichannel environments.

* Strong expertise in supply chain network design (warehouse and last-mile)

* Experience in developing in-house delivery & installation organization and operations

* Strong expertise in transportation, warehousing, capillary distribution, last mile, and reverse logistics.

* Solid experience managing logistics budgets.

* Extensive background in contract negotiation and management with carriers, and technology providers.

* Fluent Spanish and English.

Key Competencies

* Strategic Thinking: long-term vision with ability to anticipate market trends.

* Leadership & Influence: proven ability to lead senior teams and drive engagement across the organization.

* Results Orientation: strong focus on translating strategy into measurable KPIs.

* Innovation & Digital Mindset: passion for transformation and continuous improvement.

* Change Management & Resilience: ability to lead complex projects in dynamic environments.

* Customer Centricity: clear understanding of logistics as a critical enabler of customer experience.

What's on Offer

  • Competitive fixed salary package
  • Company car included as part of the benefits package.
  • Comprehensive insurance coverage.
  • Opportunity to lead a strategic role in the Retail industry.
  • Based in Madrid, with opportunities to influence organisational success.
Contact
Cristina Ródenas
Quote job ref
JN-032026-6982616

Job summary

Function
Procurement & Supply Chain
Subsector
Procurement & Supply Chain Subsector
Industry
Consumer & Retail
Location
Madrid
Contract type
Permanent
Consultant name
Cristina Ródenas
Job reference
JN-032026-6982616
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