Global Director - Supply Chain

Global Director - Supply Chain

Princess Polly is the global fashion brand at the forefront of trend-driven, lower impact and accessible apparel. Established as an online force in the Australian retail scene in 2010, Princess Polly quickly became the clothing brand found in every influencer haul, viral TikTok, Instagram OOTD and celeb street looks. Now, one of the fastest-growing online women's fashion brands in the USA, Princess Polly has been delivering the best online shopping experience to customers worldwide for over 10 years.

As a part of A.K.A Brands; we are a global player with offices located in Los Angeles and Australia's Gold Coast. With big plans ahead, we're always on the hunt for new talent to join our global team.

At Princess Polly, we're not just shaping trends, we're redefining the future of fashion. As our Global Director – Supply Chain, you'll drive and optimise the entire supply chain network from supplier management and production through to sustainability, procurement, and logistics, to deliver high quality, trend driven, and ethically sourced products to customers across the globe. With a production base in China and Vietnam and a rapidly expanding presence in the US, UK, Europe, and Australia, this role is pivotal to ensuring speed to market, consistent quality, and scalable growth, all while driving impact across profitability, sustainability, and customer satisfaction.

What You'll Be Doing

• Develop and execute a global supply chain strategy aligned with Princess Polly's commercial and sustainability goals.
• Build and mentor high-performing, cross-regional teams that drive accountability and innovation.
• Manage supplier relationships across Asia and new sourcing markets, ensuring quality, speed, and ethical compliance.
• Identify opportunities for process improvement, cost reduction, and risk mitigation to strengthen end-to-end visibility.
• Embed responsible sourcing and lower-impact materials into every step of our supply chain.
• Oversee air and sea freight strategies, customs, and last-mile delivery, balancing cost with speed to market.
• Manage tariff engineering, duty optimization, and trade compliance to protect margins and uphold ethical standards.
• Partner with Buying, Planning, Finance, DC Operations, and Sustainability teams to drive data-led decisions and agile responses to market demand.

What Success Looks Like

• Production lead times improved
• Supplier performance metrics consistently above 90%
• Freight and tariff strategies driving measurable cost efficiencies
• Growing percentage of products using lower-impact materials
• On-time delivery rates exceeding 95%
• Expansion into non-China production regions to diversify and strengthen global capability

What You'll Need

• 8+ years' experience in global supply chain leadership, ideally in fashion, apparel, or consumer goods.
• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business, or related field.
• Proven success managing supply chains across Asia (China, Vietnam) and new sourcing regions.
• Expertise in logistics, tariff engineering, and international trade compliance.
• Strong commercial acumen with experience balancing cost, quality, and speed to market.
• Track record in sustainable procurement and ethical sourcing practices.
• Exceptional leadership and collaboration skills, with experience managing global teams.
• Proficiency in ERP or supply chain systems and data-driven decision-making.

Lead the transformation, as we redefine what's possible in global supply chain performance. Lead with purpose, drive innovation, and play a pivotal role in building the future of fashion.

We recognise that asking you to give 100% of yourself on a daily basis requires us to offer an amazing opportunity. Competitive salary package. Flexible working arrangements. Access to a best in class parental leave and family planning program. Exceptional employee discount program. A stunning newly renovated office in beautiful Burleigh Heads; Work as part of a team of dedicated individuals focused on doing their best each day. Staff social activities. Monthly birthday celebrations. Aside from the amazing tangible benefits and perks, Princess Polly offers you the chance to make a daily impact on a global business.

Princess Polly is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) We're committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace and encourage applicants from all walks of life. Come join us, different makes us better.