Imagine Worldwide
DirectorofSupplyChainOperations
“Director of Supply Chain Operations at Imagine Worldwide. Skills: supply chain architecture, logistics, field operations, inventory management, distribution, reverse logistics, asset lifecycle management, repairs, route planning, last-mile distribution. design and optimisation of in-country supply chain architecture. ensuring devices reach learners, stay operational, and last as long as possible”
What You'll Achieve.
ensuring that learning is not disrupted by downtime or asset loss; extend device lifespan; minimize turnaround time; improve visibility, accountability, and performance of supply chain operations; raising delivery excellence
Industry & Context.
at least quarterly international travel, comfortable working independently in a virtual environment
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
Honours Degree or Post Graduate Diploma in supply chain management, supply chain architecture, logistics, field operations, or related fields, A minimum of 10 years’ experience in logistics, supply chain operations, or asset-heavy field operations, 5 years must have been at a senior level with demonstrated experience in supply chain architecture, Proven experience managing inventory, distribution, and reverse logistics with bias toward practical, durable solutions that work on the ground, understanding of asset lifecycle management and repairs, Experience operating in low-resource, high-complexity environments, Experience with building a data-driven culture in an organization to support better decision-making, Experience working with remote or hybrid teams across multiple countries
Nice to Have
Master's Degree qualification preferred, Experience working in the non-profit or social sector is an advantage
What You'll Do.
design and optimisation of in-country supply chain architecture
ensuring devices reach learners
and last as long as possible
architect and operationalise contextually relevant in-country supply chains
conduct forward and reverse logistics for devices and materials
inventory and stock management
route planning and last‑mile distribution
forward logistics (deployment to schools)
reverse logistics (returns
repairs and refurbishment strategy
local logistics partner management
develop in-country supply chain architectures
ensuring that learning is not disrupted by downtime or asset loss
geospatial mapping and analysis to build digital maps
develop the strategy for the strategic placement of warehouses and service repair centres
determine routes and vehicles for distribution and replacement of assets
develop robust strategies for last-mile distribution
Develop cost-efficient strategies for forward and reverse logistics
Develop multiple strategies for repairs
and replacement operations
Determine the strategy and tools to enable data-driven route planning for ongoing maintenance / service visits
Advise country teams on strategies to manage spare parts flows and turnaround times
Research health and safety regulations
establish minimum safety and security standards for asset storage and distribution
Develop and implement strategies to mitigate risk of theft or loss of assets
Recommend suitable asset tracking solutions
implement improvements to the inventory management process
Source and manage experts to assess and mitigate risks
and disseminate global standards for sustainable use
and disposal of electronic products
Adapt global standards to local infrastructure
and operational contexts
develop strategies to cultivate technical repair skills and e-waste management companies
Support each country to identify
and manage potential partners
Develop global standards and frameworks to guide partnership agreements
develop a certification processes to Accredit technicians
Accredit companies or organizations to dispose of electronic products
Use data to improve visibility
and performance of supply chain operations
Enable county teams to implement the global strategies and processes by providing documentation
Build a data culture and develop data fluency across the country supply chain value chain
Drive the uptake and utilisation of dashboards and data resources
Champion a culture of collaboration
continuous learning and optimisation
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
deep collaboration and partnership with country logistics teams; collaboration with country teams; collaboration with relevant colleagues; collaboration with government and country teams; collaboration with government, partners, and country teams; Champion a culture of collaboration
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