VP Supply Chain
VP Supply Chain
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17-04-2025
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Help us make a big green dent in the universe. Were on a mission to drive the global renewable energy revolution and weneed loads more peopleto help us make our vision a reality.
At Octopus Energy Services are seeking a collaborative innovative and experienced VP of our Supply Chain to lead and expand our Supply Chain function on a global scale.
This role is responsible for the strategic and operational leadership of Procurement Planning Fulfilment Transportation (including Inbound and Outbound) and Production activities across all markets where we operate. As a key leader you will set the overall strategy to drive efficiencies support diverse business unit requirements and ensure supply chain resilience and sustainability across our rapidly growing organization.
In this highimpact position you will work across divisions including our Services Generation and Marketing teams to provide innovative solutions and support growth objectives. You will be instrumental in positioning the supply chain function as a strategic partner within the broader organization adapting supply chain strategy to market expansions and ensuring robust agile operations that support our portfolio of renewable energy and technology installations at residential locations.
What youll do
- Develop and implement a comprehensive global supply chain strategy to support business objectives and meet the needs of diverse markets.
- Align supply chain strategies with the organizations vision values and sustainability goals especially around renewable energy installations and largescale energy generation.
- Champion a culture of continuous improvement ensuring bestinclass practices are implemented across the global supply chain.
- Drive innovation by integrating sustainability metrics and circular economy practices into supply chain strategy.
- Oversee global Procurement Planning Fulfilment Transportation and Production teams optimizing and unifying processes to ensure consistent performance.
- Lead the procurement function to secure necessary products and services to support Services business (e.g. Heat Pumps Solar EV Chargers Smart Meters) Generation projects (e.g. largescale solar equipment) and Marketing requirements (e.g. promotional materials).
- Drive operational excellence across planning and fulfilment to anticipate market demands and align inventory management with business needs.
- Strategically manage the transportation function ensuring seamless coordination of inbound and outbound logistics to balance cost efficiency lead times and sustainability goals.
- Leverage digital tools and technologies to enhance endtoend visibility and operational efficiency across the supply chain.
- Develop and monitor highlevel KPIs that align cost quality delivery sustainability and customer experience goals across the supply chain ensuring operational excellence and reliability.
- Lead costreduction initiatives identifying and capitalizing on efficiencies in procurement inventory management and distribution.
- Drive an integrated approach to planning and forecasting to ensure optimal stock levels and reduced lead times across regions.
- Support expansion efforts by developing flexible scalable supply chain processes and building strong supplier partnerships across current and future markets.
- Manage risk across the global supply chain by establishing robust contingency plans to navigate disruptions ensuring business continuity and operational resilience in response to geopolitical environmental and supply chain challenges.
- Ensure compliance with international standards trade regulations and ethical sourcing practices.
- Build inspire and lead a highperforming global supply chain team fostering a collaborative and performancedriven culture.
- Develop career pathways succession plans and training programs to enhance skills and retain top talent within the team.
- Provide mentorship and strategic guidance to regional supply chain leaders ensuring alignment with global goals.
What youll need
- Proven experience within senior supply chain roles with demonstrated success in leading and scaling global supply chain functions.
- Expertise in managing supply chains within a technologydriven or renewable energy sector with experience supporting multidimensional business units.
- Proven track record of building and leading crossfunctional teams in a global matrixed organization.
- Ability to set longterm supply chain strategies that align with business goals drive innovation and support organizational growth.
- Strong background in procurement planning fulfilment transportation and production with a solid understanding of endtoend supply chain operations.
- Excellent analytical problemsolving and decisionmaking skills with the ability to manage complexity and make datadriven decisions.
- Exceptional communication and influencing skills to engage stakeholders at all levels of the organization.
Desirable experience
- Advanced degree in Supply Chain Management Business Administration or a related field.
- Familiarity with renewable energy markets and the associated regulatory landscape.
- Experience in digital transformation of supply chains including the use of AI machine learning and predictive analytics.
- Demonstrated commitment to building diverse teams and creating an inclusive work culture.
If this sounds like you then wed love to hear from you.
Are you ready for a career with us We want to ensure you have all the tools and environment you need to unleash your potential.Need any specific accommodationsWhether you require specific accommodations or have a unique preference let us know and well do what we can to customise your interview process for comfort and maximum magic!
Studies have shown that some groups of people like women are less likely to apply to a role unless they meet 100 of the job requirements. Whoever you are if you like one of our jobs we encourage you to apply as you might just be the candidate we hire. Across Octopus were looking for genuinely decent people who are honest and empathetic. Our people are our strongest asset and the unique skills and perspectives people bring to the team are the driving force of our success. As an equal opportunity employer we do not discriminate on the basis of any protected attribute. Our commitment is to provide equal opportunities an inclusive work environment and fairness for everyone.
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