Confidential - Head of Supply Chain

A leading multinational organisation is seeking a Head of Supply Chain and Logistics to join their Operations Leadership Team in Ho Chi Minh City. This pivotal role offers you the opportunity to shape and manage end-to-end supply chain strategies, ensuring optimal resource utilisation and seamless delivery of finished goods across Vietnam and into Cambodia.

Keywords: collaborative, supply planning, distribution network, people development, cross-functional teamwork, continuous improvement, leadership capabilities, effective communication, stakeholder engagement

As a key member of the leadership team, you will collaborate with cross-functional partners, external stakeholders, and regional planning hubs to guarantee on-time, in-full supply while driving continuous improvement initiatives. The position provides an exceptional platform for you to demonstrate your expertise in supply chain management within a supportive environment that values people development, knowledge sharing, and operational excellence. If you are passionate about building strong relationships, nurturing talent, and delivering outstanding results through effective planning and stakeholder engagement, this is your chance to make a significant impact.

• • Join a respected multinational organisation where your ability to foster collaborative relationships and drive operational excellence will be highly valued, offering you the chance to influence business outcomes at a strategic level.
• • Enjoy flexible working opportunities within a supportive leadership structure that prioritises people development, career progression, and continuous learning for all team members.
• • Play a crucial role in shaping supply chain strategy across SEA by managing complex distribution networks, optimising resources, and ensuring seamless delivery of finished goods to diverse markets.

What you'll do:

As Head of Supply Chain and Logistics, you will play an instrumental role in orchestrating the seamless movement of goods from suppliers through production facilities to customers across SEA. Your day-to-day responsibilities will involve strategic oversight of supply planning processes, including material forecasting for multiple factories and coordination with licensed partners. You will be entrusted with managing complex distribution networks that span national boundaries while maintaining strict adherence to stock holding policies. Success in this role hinges on your ability to work collaboratively with internal teams—such as operations, finance, sales—and external partners including distributors and regional hubs. You will also lead critical S&OP meetings that align inventory levels with market needs while championing continuous improvement projects designed to enhance efficiency. By nurturing talent within your team through coaching and structured development plans, you will contribute not only to operational success but also to building a positive workplace culture rooted in mutual support and shared achievement.

• Oversee the entire supply planning process through regular Supply Review meetings to ensure market demand is met efficiently while optimising costs and utilising company assets effectively.
• Develop master plans for wrapping material requirements for both joint venture factories and licensed manufacturing partners throughout Vietnam.
• Coordinate leaf planning activities in close collaboration with above-market planning teams to maintain sustainable supplies of raw materials.
• Manage the nationwide distribution network for finished goods, ensuring timely deliveries to master distributors and provincial distributors across SEA as well as imported products for the SEA market.
• Maintain optimal stock levels of finished goods, wrapping materials, and leaf inventory while supporting effective cash flow management policies.
• Work closely with cross-functional teams, external stakeholders, and regional planning hubs to ensure on-time-in-full (OTIF) supply performance in all markets served.
• Support the Operations Director by contributing valuable insights that help deliver business targets through commercially focused analysis.
• Lead the Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP) process and chair Supply & Inventory Review meetings to align supply chain activities with overall business objectives.
• Champion continuous improvement initiatives as Supply Network Pillar Lead under IWS ways of working, fostering a culture of ongoing enhancement within the team.
• Build strong collaborative relationships within the Functional Leadership Team while nurturing people development through coaching, mentoring, and execution of career development plans.

What you bring:

To excel as Head of Supply Chain and Logistics, your background should reflect substantial experience managing sophisticated supply chains within fast-moving consumer goods environments. Your academic credentials provide a solid foundation for navigating intricate logistics challenges while your professional journey demonstrates consistent success at senior levels within multinational organisations. Your interpersonal strengths empower you to connect meaningfully with colleagues from various disciplines—fostering cooperation that drives collective achievement. You bring an empathetic yet decisive approach when guiding teams through change or complexity; your ability to break down complicated issues into actionable steps makes you an invaluable partner during cross-functional projects. Furthermore, your commitment to nurturing others’ growth aligns perfectly with our client’s emphasis on people development—ensuring every team member feels supported as they pursue their own career aspirations. Your fluency in English allows seamless interaction across borders while your strategic mindset ensures long-term sustainability alongside immediate operational wins.

• Bachelor’s Degree in Supply Chain Management or a related field is essential for understanding complex logistics environments.
• At least five years’ experience working within an FMCG multinational company at a senior level ensures familiarity with large-scale operations.
• Demonstrated expertise in end-to-end supply chain management—including logistics, distribution networks, inventory control, and material planning—is required.
• Exceptional influencing skills combined with proven leadership abilities enable you to build trust-based relationships across functions and entities.
• Outstanding interpersonal skills allow you to communicate clearly with diverse stakeholders both internally and externally.
• A proactive approach enables you to anticipate challenges in supply-demand balancing while implementing effective solutions swiftly.
• Ability to simplify complex scenarios so that information can be presented clearly during meetings or reports is vital for stakeholder alignment.
• Experience thriving in high-pressure environments where business complexity demands adaptability and resilience is highly desirable.
• Fluency in English (spoken and written) is necessary for effective communication within multinational teams.
• Strategic thinking paired with hands-on people leadership ensures successful delivery of both operational goals and talent development initiatives.

What sets this company apart:

This organisation stands out as a global leader renowned for its commitment to operational excellence, employee wellbeing, and inclusive workplace practices. By joining their team in Ho Chi Minh City, you become part of an environment where collaboration is celebrated at every level—from cross-functional project groups to leadership forums dedicated to sharing best practices. The company invests heavily in training opportunities designed not only to enhance technical skills but also nurture personal growth through mentorship programmes and structured career pathways. Flexible working arrangements are available so that employees can balance professional ambitions with personal commitments—a testament to their belief that wellbeing fuels productivity. With generous pension contributions and access to international networks of knowledgeable peers, this employer offers more than just a job: it provides a platform for meaningful impact within one of the world’s most respected multinationals.

What's next:

If you are ready to take on this influential role where your expertise will shape the future of supply chain operations across Vietnam and beyond, we encourage you to apply now!

Apply today by clicking on the link provided—your next career chapter awaits.

Due to the high volume of applications we are experiencing, our team will only be in touch with you if your application is shortlisted.