General Manager

**Job no**: 996742
**Work type**: Full-Time
**Location**: Melbourne - CBD & Inner
**Categories**: Sourcing/Supply Chain

**_Country Road Group (CRG) is embarking on transformation to position itself for growth, leveraging our scale, capabilities and culture as a House of Brands._**

Reporting into the Chief Sourcing & Supply Chain Officer, the General Manager (GM) of Supply Chain role, will oversee all downstream operations post-manufacturing focusing on creating best-in-class fulfillment and logistics. The GM of Supply Chain will be responsible for inbound logistics, trade compliance, Distribution Centres, and the delivery of products to stores and customers.

In addition, the GM of Supply Chain, will drive end-to-end optimisation of CRG’s supply chain, using comprehensive analysis of the downstream network to uncover opportunities for enhancing capabilities, reducing lead times, cutting costs, and improving customer service.

This role also involves leading, inspiring, and developing a high-performing team that attracts and retains top talent.

**Key Accountabilities**
- Supply Chain Strategy & Leadership_
- Lead the design and execution of the group's Supply Chain strategy to meet key requirements and support business objectives while contributing to strategic projects in partnership with senior management.
- Operations & Process Management_
- Oversee the end-to-end Supply Chain process, ensuring seamless operations, cost-effectiveness, and optimal performance across the entire supply chain.
- Stakeholder Management _
- Communicate effectively with internal and external stakeholders, including senior management across Brands and Group Functions to ensure alignment, address issues, and support collaborative efforts.
- Educate and influence Brand Leadership on Supply Chain impacts when setting brand strategy and calendar activities
- Risk Management & Compliance_
- Identify and mitigate risks within Supply Chain to maintain operational resilience including but not limited to freight and shipping disruptions, compliance matters, and market/economic changes.
- People & Leadership _
- Embrace uncertainty and change while facilitating and enabling strategic change with clarity, empathy and optimism
- Create & foster an inclusive environment where all team members can thrive and feel included, respected and safe. Set clear expectations of behaviour and hold self and others accountable

**Key Capabilities**
- Extensive experience managing international supply chains, with a focus on the apparel and retail sectors.
- Deep understanding of manufacturing and logistics processes across the international apparel and luxury value chain.
- Strategic consulting experience advising on supply chain optimisation and implementing efficiency-driven strategies.
- Demonstrated ability to provide long-term strategic leadership to modernise and enhance supply chain operations, cost and technology.
- Knowledge of sustainability practices within the supply chain and experience in developing and implementing environmental and social responsibility initiatives.

**Why work for CRG?**

The Country Road Group is one of Australasia’s largest Lifestyle Brand Houses comprising of iconic brands such as Country Road, POLITIX, Trenery, Witchery and MIMCO. Here are some of the great things we offer:

- Generous employee discounts across our House of Brands
- Seasonal clothing allowance
- An additional day of leave for your birthday
- An Industry leading Parental Leave Program
- Flexible working arrangements to support work/life balance
- Annual learning calendar to support the ongoing development of our team
- Support community partnerships across our Corporate Social Responsibility Program
- We are committed to operating ethically, sustainably, and responsibly.

**About CRG**

Country Road Group is Australia's largest Lifestyle Brand Houses comprising of iconic brands including Country Road, POLITIX, Trenery, Witchery and MIMCO. Our Values include being Customer Obsessed, Collaborative, Inspirational, Responsible and Dedicated to Quality. We are looking for highly motivated and passionate individuals to be part of the Group’s evolution and support each brand to realise their full potential.

**Advertised**: 16 Oct 2024 AUS Eastern Daylight Time
**Applications close**: 06 Nov 2024 AUS Eastern Daylight Time