Head of Supply Chain
Company: Millennium IT ESP
Role summary
Head of Supply Chain is a full-time role at Millennium IT ESP in Colombo, Western Province, Sri Lanka (on-site). Posted 2026-10-19. Experience level: 10+.
- Job title
- Head of Supply Chain
- Company
- Millennium IT ESP
- Location
- Colombo, Western Province, Sri Lanka
- Work arrangement
- on-site
- Employment type
- full-time
- Category
- Logistics & Warehousing
- Experience level
- 10+
- Date posted
- 2026-10-19
This is a fantastic opportunity to lead the entire supply chain for a growing company. You'll be responsible for developing and executing the strategy, from sourcing to delivery, ensuring seamless operations for product and service fulfillment. It's a senior role with significant impact and autonomy.
Job description
Job Description
Define and own the supply chain strategy, operating model, policies, and governance framework, aligned to business growth and project delivery commitments
Own end-to-end sourcing, procurement, vendor management, import, logistics, inventory, and order fulfilment for product, solution, and services delivery
Forecast demand from the sales pipeline and plan stock, pre-orders, and buffer inventory for likely wins, balancing delivery readiness against working capital and obsolescence risk
Build and manage OEM, principal, distributor, and channel partner relationships, including partner tier status, deal registration, rebates, and special pricing approvals
Secure back-to-back commercial terms so that vendor pricing, lead times, warranty, and support cover every commitment made in customer contracts
Validate bills of materials, part numbers, license and subscription entitlements, and support SKUs before order placement to prevent rework and delivery slippage
Manage the full lifecycle of software licenses, subscriptions, cloud consumption, and maintenance or AMC renewals, supported by an early warning calendar for expiry and true-up events
Plan lead times, stock allocation, and end-of-life or end-of-support transitions with pre-sales and delivery teams so that project milestones stay protected
Lead supplier negotiations on price, payment terms, credit lines, warranty, and service levels to improve margin and cash flow
Own the supply chain budget and total third-party spend, operating within defined approval authority limits and delivering annual cost savings targets
Control landed cost across duty, freight, clearance, taxes, and foreign exchange exposure, and provide accurate cost inputs for bids and proposals
Manage supply chain risk across vendor concentration, component shortages, price volatility, shipment delays, export controls and sanctions, and counterfeit or grey market product
Maintain accuracy of inventory, project materials, serial numbers, and assets, including staging stock, spares pools, and demo units
Track and report performance through clear metrics such as procurement cycle time, on-time in-full delivery, cost savings, inventory turns, ageing stock, and supplier scorecards
Digitize and automate supply chain processes on ERP and procurement platforms, with clean master data and dashboards that support management decisions
Ensure compliance with internal policy, audit standards, software asset and licensing rules, customer requirements, and ethical sourcing practices
Lead, structure, and develop a supply chain team spanning procurement, logistics, and inventory, setting priorities, managing performance, and building capability and succession depth
Person Specification
Bachelor's degree or higher in Supply Chain Management, Procurement, Logistics, Engineering, Information Technology, or Business Administration
Professional certification such as CIPS, CSCP, or an equivalent supply chain qualification will be considered an advantage
Minimum 10 years of experience in supply chain, procurement, or logistics, including at least 5 years leading the function or a large team
Proven experience in systems integration, ICT, or technology distribution, working directly with OEMs, principals, and distributors
Hands-on knowledge of hardware procurement, software licensing models, cloud subscriptions, support contracts, and renewal cycles
Strong track record in import, freight, customs clearance, and landed cost management
Commercial and financial acumen covering bid costing, margin protection, working capital, credit lines, and foreign exchange exposure
Solid negotiation and contract skills, including back-to-back terms, service levels, warranty structures, and partner agreements
Experience running supply chain operations on ERP and procurement platforms, with reporting dashboards and process automation
Strong leadership, planning, analytical, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to influence senior management, customers, and partners
Clear communication and confident decision-making under project deadline pressure