Posted: 12/17/2024 Employment Type: Permanent Job Category: Production Job Number: AV4971911217

Job Description

SVP Supply Chain

The SVP of Supply Chain will oversee Product Development, including Sourcing, Raw Materials,

Technical Design, Logistics, and Sustainability. This person will be responsible for the development,

implementation, and execution of supply chain strategies and goals, as well as delivering

elevated, high-quality products with a focus on sustainability and ethical practices. This team will consist of 5 direct reports with a total team size of 25.

Responsibilities:

● Develop and communicate a quality-focused, cost-effective supply chain strategy that integrates

a dedication to ethical and transparent business practices and considerations aligning with and

supporting brand goals.

● Identify risks and opportunities within the Product Pipeline that support a thoughtful approach to

developing beautiful products sourced from high-quality raw materials while optimizing vendor

capacity management and working within an efficient transportation strategy. I.e., speed to

market, product execution, new sources of manufacturing, and best practices to create long-term

sustainable industry impact.

● Ensure communication and delivery of the Supply Chain team's work around cost plans, sourcing

strategies, fit processes, product quality, and delivery requirements in support of cross-functional

teams in Merchandising and Design.

● Oversee transportation operations with a focus on driving cost-saving initiatives, emphasizing

sustainability through reducing carbon emissions, fuel efficiency, and incorporating eco-friendly

practices.

● Safeguard the brand’s commitment to remaining transparent and accountable by leading the

preparation and publication of comprehensive ESG reports, ensuring accuracy and compliance

with relevant standards and frameworks.

Requirements:

● 20+ years of experience in Supply Chain with a focus on Production/Sourcing, Technical Design,

Logistics, and Sustainability in roles of increasing scope, complexity and leadership responsibility

with specific experience in a direct-to-consumer business model.

● Extensive knowledge of trade regulations, testing protocol, product integrity, production cycle

timeline, fabric and garment construction, cost management, and process optimization.

● Take your industry knowledge and use your analytical, communication, and stakeholder

engagement skills to problem solve, collaborate, and negotiate across teams and differing pov’s

to inform and influence business strategies.

● Be constantly curious and desire to anticipate future supply chain trends related to the apparel

industry and respond with competitive, creative, sustainable, and ethical business solutions.

● They are not afraid to roll up their sleeves and work with the team when necessary; we are a

scrappy business with big ambitions, and from time to time, our Leaders need to be able to work

alongside their teams.

● Ability to travel internationally 2-3 times annually, which could vary depending on business needs.

● A natural love to grow and retain top talent, develop skills in others, and, when necessary, recruit

and onboard external talent aligned with organizational needs.

***Hybrid opportunity based out of San Francisco/ Salary range $200,000- $350,000 ***

Meet Your Recruiter

Alonya Van Rooyen

From South Africa originally, Alonya has over 15 years of experience in fashion, accessories, footwear, & textiles. She has worked in various design and product development roles globally, including South Africa, Europe, and the US, giving her an international perspective on the industries.

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