.Supply Chain Operations Director (Fashion)"Supply Chain Operations Director (Fashion)"Miista, based in the La Coruna area of Spain, seeks a Supply Chain Operations Director (Fashion) with a profound understanding of fashion operations and a keen focus on strategic direction to drive the company's expansion to new heights.The Miista Group, a privately owned entity comprising a Holding and five international subsidiaries (Portugal, France, Spain, US, and UK), has established itself over the past 12 years in the premium and high-end womenswear segment. While initially concentrated in footwear, the company has recently diversified into new categories, including ready-to-wear and accessories, fostering a comprehensive lifestyle brand. With distribution channels spanning North America, Asia, and Europe, and a customer base in over 30 countries, Miista aims to triple its turnover in the next 5 years, solidifying its global footprint.Role HighlightsSpearhead business manufacturing and operational deadlines and Critical Path Management, ensuring impeccable execution and alignment with departmental objectives, directing, leading, and demanding performance from the team and guiding the steps to take from the moment of when the collection is designed to the moment the stock gets delivered to the physical stores and GRVed into our warehouses.Lead on manufacturing relationships management to get to Miista's goals on dates, and problem-solving during Critical Path hiccups, always working to achieve best possible delivery dates without compromising the quality of the designs and leading the Logistics team to maximize cost savings.Oversee timely submission of purchase orders to suppliers, aligning with critical path deadlines, and maintaining an unyielding commitment to punctuality.Take charge of meticulously guiding the team by example in inputting all order components into the ERP system, adhering to mandatory criteria to forestall any delays downstream.Guide the team by example to employ adept negotiation skills both with raw material suppliers and final product suppliers to preempt delays and ensure the uninterrupted flow of critical components within the supply chain.Streamline stock intake and outtake across key distribution centers, optimizing inventory for seamless availability, keeping pace with fashion trends.Provide vigilant oversight of Critical Path Follow-up, facilitating smooth progression and prompt resolution of bottlenecks.Ensure timely preparation of commercial and sales samples, complete with attributes and pricing, to enable targeted margin achievement through effective negotiations.Assume responsibility for overseeing finished goods suppliers, ensuring punctual deliveries to mitigate potential commercial discounts.Lead the charge in Logistics and Bookings, optimizing transportation efficiency and inventory management to meet the demands of a dynamic fashion landscape
