What are the responsibilities and job description for the VP of Production & Supply Chain position at Suitsupply?
This is not your typical Production & Supply Chain role. Your mission: deliver the right product, to the right place, at the right cost—without ever compromising on craftsmanship.
You’ll lead the engine behind our global product promise—on time, high quality, and flawlessly executed. Reporting to the COO, you’ll own the full supply chain—Most importantly, owning production of all products across our company. Production of all Suitsupply products, procurement of high end Italian fabrics, and the buying planning, and logistics engine that deliver the best customer experience in the industry.
In this strategic, hands-on role, you’ll shape and execute our global supply chain vision. From optimizing sourcing and supplier partnerships to building a smarter IT backbone and driving operational excellence, you’ll steer the systems that power our growth. You’ll lead a global team of 50 supply chain and production professionals and work cross-functionally to bring every collection to life—efficiently, and always on brand.
Important: given the companies focus on mens tailoring and menswear, strong experience leading production for these or closely similar categories will be strictly necessary.
We are only considering candidates with substantial experience in apparel production. We can not consider applicants with predominately logistics experience, or from non apparel industries.
This role is based in Amsterdam with significant international travel. Full relocation support is available.
What you will do:
- Develop and execute the global supply chain and sourcing strategy aligned with Suitsupply’s growth and sustainability goals
- Own production processes, relationships and strategy to deliver the best product without compromise.
- Lead and manage all functions across planning, allocation, logistics, sourcing, and buying
- Oversee the development of supply chain IT capabilities and lead technology and smart manufacturing implementations
- Drive supplier performance, quality standards, and production timelines through robust supplier management
- Build and coach a high-performing international team of 50 professionals
- Optimize cost structures while maintaining product excellence and service levels
- Collaborate with product, merchandising, and retail teams to align supply chain execution with business needs
- Ensure continuity and flexibility of supply through proactive risk management and regional diversification
- Monitor and report on supply chain KPIs and implement continuous improvement programs
- Own global inventory performance—ensuring optimal stock levels to maximize sales and product availability, while minimizing excess to protect cash flow and maintain agility for future buys.
Who you are:
- 15 years of progressive experience in production and supply chain leadership roles.
- Scaled Asia production experience is necessary. Tailoring ideal, if not relevant product experience.
- Proven expertise in buying, sourcing, production, and logistics
- Experience with technology and IT system implementations in supply chain functions (e.g., ERP, PLM, SCM platforms)
- Familiarity with smart manufacturing practices and supply chain digitalization
- Demonstrated success in managing complex global supplier networks and vendor relationships
- Strong leadership and team development capabilities
- Excellent strategic thinking with a bias for execution
- Willingness to travel internationally monthly