We’ve partnered with Samako Cleaning, a fast-scaling DTC brand in the home care space, now looking to hire an experienced Supply Chain Manager to own and optimise its end-to-end supply chain.About Samako CleaningAt Samako, we believe a clean home creates a clear mind.Cleaning shouldn’t feel like a chore or a source of frustration; it should bring calm, clarity and balance to everyday life.Samako designs minimalist, beautifully crafted cleaning companions that are made to be seen and used. Rooted in Dutch design, its products combine form and function to create effortless routines and peaceful spaces.In just five years, Samako has grown into a much-loved brand with more than 100,000 happy customers, strong sales across Bol.com, Amazon and its own webshop, and a highly engaged community.Following this strong and consistent growth, Samako is entering its next phase of international expansion. To support its ambition of becoming a €100M+ brand, the business is now looking to build a resilient, scalable and data-driven supply chain operation.The RoleThe Supply Chain Manager will take full ownership of Samako’s end-to-end supply chain, spanning demand forecasting, procurement, inventory planning, logistics and supplier management.This is much more than a support role.You’ll be responsible for ensuring products are available at the right time, in the right place and at the right cost. You’ll proactively identify risks and bottlenecks, improve systems and build strong relationships with manufacturers, suppliers, freight forwarders and warehouse partners.This is a hands-on build + scale opportunity for someone who wants genuine ownership and the opportunity to create a world-class supply chain operation.ResponsibilitiesOwn demand forecasting, inventory planning, purchasing and replenishment across all sales channelsBuild rolling 3-, 6- and 12-month forecasts using sales history, seasonality, marketing activity, product launches and commercial targetsMaintain healthy stock levels across Bol.com, Amazon, Shopify and wholesale channelsPlan replenishments and manage purchasing cycles to ensure timely procurement and deliveryLead the monthly Sales & Operations Planning process, aligning demand, purchasing, inventory, marketing and financeManage relationships with suppliers, manufacturers, freight forwarders, 3PLs and warehouse partnersBuild a resilient supplier and logistics network through contingency planning and backup partnersOptimise production, inventory and logistics to improve availability while controlling costsSupport international expansion, additional 3PLs, new sales channels and growing B2B operationsEnsure compliance with European import/export regulations, customs requirements and HS codesTrack supply chain KPIs and take corrective action when risks, delays or inefficiencies ariseBuild scalable, data-driven systems and automate processes wherever possibleDocument processes and continuously improve workflows as the business growsDay to DayReviewing forecasts, inventory levels and replenishment requirements across every channelCoordinating purchase orders and deliveries with international suppliers and logistics partnersIdentifying potential stockouts, overstocks, delays and cost inefficiencies before they become problemsAligning purchasing and inventory plans with marketing campaigns and product launchesLeading the monthly S&OP process across operations, marketing and financeMonitoring supply chain performance and reporting actionable insights to the COO and CEOImproving systems, processes and contingency plans to support continued international growthRequirements5+ years of experience across supply chain management, logistics or procurementAt least 3 years of experience within DTC eCommerceStrong demand forecasting, inventory planning and analytical capabilitiesAdvanced Excel or Google Sheets skills; experience with inventory planning tools is advantageousExperience managing international suppliers, manufacturers, freight forwarders and warehouse partnersStrong knowledge of international logistics, customs procedures and import/export regulationsFamiliarity with Amazon FBA and Shopify fulfilment processesProven ability to design and implement scalable supply chain systemsStrong negotiation and supplier relationship management skillsExcellent communication skills in EnglishComfortable working independently and taking full ownership of outcomesWhat Really MattersMore than anything, they’re looking for someone who:Thinks proactively and identifies issues before they affect the businessCombines strong analytical skills with practical executionCan bring structure and scalability to a fast-growing operationTakes genuine ownership and accountabilityBuilds strong, commercially valuable supplier relationshipsRemains calm and solutions-focused when navigating complex challengesWants to build an end-to-end supply chain capable of supporting a €100M+ brandResultsSuccess in this role will be measured by:Accurate forecasts and on-time replenishment across all channelsConsistently high product availability with fewer stockouts and overstocksImproved logistics and inventory efficiency without compromising serviceStrong supplier relationships and favourable commercial termsA reliable and scalable S&OP processFull compliance with import/export laws and regulationsClear, actionable reporting for the COO and CEOA resilient supply chain that supports international growth without adding unnecessary operational complexityWhy Join Samako?Join a brand with genuine momentum and more than 100,000 customersOwn the entire supply chain rather than one individual functionPlay a central role in scaling the business towards €100M+Build systems and processes with long-term international impactWork directly with the leadership teamEnjoy real autonomy, accountability and progressionJoin a compact team of ambitious, high-performing colleaguesBenefitsExcellent salaryFlexible, remote-first workingUnlimited vacation days, provided your responsibilities are coveredHigh-growth environment with genuine progression opportunitiesFull ownership and autonomy to build and improve the supply chainThe opportunity to create a world-class operation supporting international growthIf this sounds like you, hit apply or email Kyle at kyle@hypergrowthrec.co.uk to find out more!
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