Head of Supply Chain Finance

Head of Supply Chain Finance

London | Up to £125,000 + 15% Bonus + Benefits

A leading international consumer products business is seeking a Global Head of Supply Chain Finance to join its senior finance leadership team.

This is a high-profile leadership role supporting a complex international operating network across multiple regions. The successful candidate will partner closely with senior leaders across operations, procurement, manufacturing and logistics to drive performance, support key investment decisions and deliver strategic initiatives that enhance efficiency and long-term value creation.

The role offers significant exposure to executive stakeholders and the opportunity to influence operational strategy across a large-scale international business.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead budgeting, forecasting and long-range planning processes across operational functions including manufacturing, procurement and logistics.
• Drive financial performance across a complex operational network, identifying risks, opportunities and productivity initiatives.
• Partner with senior operational leaders to improve efficiency, inventory performance and cash optimisation.
• Provide financial leadership on sourcing decisions, operational improvement programmes and strategic cost analysis.
• Evaluate major capital investment projects, including manufacturing, automation and operational improvement initiatives.
• Lead business performance reviews, providing actionable insight and recommendations to senior stakeholders.
• Develop reporting, analytics and dashboard capabilities to support commercial and operational decision-making.
• Drive consistency, governance and best practice across finance teams supporting operational functions.

Experience Required

• Qualified Accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent).
• Significant experience within Supply Chain Finance, Operations Finance, Manufacturing Finance or Commercial Finance.
• Strong understanding of manufacturing, logistics, inventory, procurement and operational cost drivers.
• Experience partnering with senior operational and business stakeholders.
• Proven track record in budgeting, forecasting, performance management and business partnering.
• Experience supporting capital investment decisions, business cases and strategic transformation projects.
• Experience operating within a large, complex business environment.
• Strong analytical and commercial capability, with the ability to translate data into strategic insight.

Package

• Up to £125,000 Base Salary
• 15% Bonus
• Comprehensive Benefits Package
• Hybrid Working
• Significant Senior Leadership Exposure
• International Scope and Career Progression Opportunities

This opportunity would suit an established finance leader seeking a broad, international remit with genuine influence over operational performance, investment decisions and long-term business strategy.