Head of Operations - Europe - Hybrid

Parker Young is delighted to be supporting a high-growth U.S. consumer brand, who is embarking on the exciting journey of entering Europe - and they’re looking for an expert in European supply chain operations, a ‘proper operator’ to take the reins as Head of Operations, Europe

This isn’t about sitting behind a spreadsheet. It’s a European supply chain lead role for someone who’s seen the full flow — manufacturing, packaging, 3PLs and retail customers.

You’ll be the COO’s eyes and ears in Europe — commercially fluent, hands-on, and able to keep a fast-moving FMCG supply chain running smoothly from end to end.

💼 What You’ll Do

• own the day-to-day performance of the supply chain across manufacturing, packaging, logistics and distribution
• Build strong partnerships with suppliers, 3PLs and retail customers
• Forecast demand, manage stock and oversee procurement and vendor relationships
• Optimise costs, improve margins and drive efficiency across operations
• Collaborate cross-functionally to deliver product launches and growth plans
• Mentor and support a motivated operations team

🧠 Who You Are

• A commercially fluent operator with 7+ years’ experience in supply chain, logistics or operations (FMCG preferred)
• Experienced across the full supply chain cycle — manufacturing through to customer delivery
• Advanced user of spreadsheets and data management systems (Oracle, SAP or similar)
• Skilled negotiator, confident communicator and calm under pressure
• Strategic thinker who’s just as comfortable getting stuck in

🎯 What’s On Offer

• A key role in a fast-growing global brand expanding across Europe
• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Private health insurance, pension scheme and 28 days’ annual leave
• A collaborative, energetic team that thrives on making things happen

✈️ Hybrid/ Home based role: Regular travel to suppliers, partners and European offices (around one trip per month, less than 25% overall)

If you’re an experienced operator who can balance strategy with execution — and want to play a pivotal role in a brand’s European growth journey — this one’s worth a look. 🌟