Head of Supply Chain & Procurement

The Role At Notpla, we’re at the forefront of sustainable innovation, creating natural alternatives to single-use plastic packaging that are carefully engineered to help build a healthier planet. Founded on the belief that nature knows best, we’re an innovative, action-oriented scale-up developing and manufacturing uncompromisingly natural packaging solutions from seaweed and plants. As a Head of Supply Chain & Procurement to lead that function, ensuring we are able to reduce our costs, de-risk our supply chain and deliver effectively to all of our customers. This is an exciting time to join Notpla — we’re on the brink of a record-breaking year for revenue and on track for major growth in the next 18–24 months. To support this, we have secured a £20 million Series A+ fundraise, enabling us to scale our growth and environmental impact faster than ever. Beyond offering meaningful roles and a vibrant working environment, Notpla provides competitive compensation, including EMI Share Options, a zero-carbon pension scheme, discounts with local businesses, and subsidised social activities. Our office-first hybrid working policy lets you work in the way that maximises your productivity while maintaining a dynamic and collaborative atmosphere. We’re a social business with regular clubs and events, and we’re proud of how our diverse, mission-driven community works together to make plastic disappear. Led by strong values, all Notpla employees are encouraged to take ownership of their domain, enjoying a high degree of autonomy. Our aim is to build an inspiring culture reflected in our working policies, environment, and people. The team is incredibly dynamic and they have a very flexible approach to problem solving that allows them to flourish with this new and exciting product technology. They are a group that celebrate change and have a constant desire to push the process and capabilities of their products forward. Our supply chain and procurement function is one which has a hand in every area of the business, so is very important to our continued success. As part of the Development and Manufacturing team, you will have access to everyone you need to make informed strategic decisions that help us push forward as a business. In order to succeed in this role you will need to have an understanding of how to grow a supply chain function from a few million pounds in revenue delivered to £10million + revenue. You will need to have experience working in a multi category business. Ideally you will come from a packaging or FMCG background but most important is a no job to small mentality and a desire to be a leader at the coal face of the function.

Key Responsibilities

• Procurement Strategy - Driving the development and execution of a comprehensive procurement strategy that aligns with the organisation’s goals and objectives.
• Supplier Management - Identify, evaluate, and select suppliers based on performance, cost and quality. Maintain strong supplier relationships and manage supplier performance to ensure on-time delivery and quality standards
• Contract Negotiation - Negotiate contracts and agreements with suppliers to secure favourable terms and conditions. Including pricing, payment terms, and delivery schedules
• Cost Control - Implement cost-saving initiatives and strategies, monitor expenses, and identify opportunities for cost reduction without compromising quality or service
• Market Analysis - Stay informed about industry trends, market conditions, and emerging technologies
• Reporting - Prepare and present procurement reports, KPIs, and performance metrics to LT
• Lead and manage supply chain team within the business ensuring they are empowered to meet key delivery targets and personal objectives

Salary £55,000 - £70,000 + EMI Share Options

About us Notpla is a family of regenerative packaging materials, made from seaweed and plants. Behind these products is a company of the same name, deeply committed to making the planet a healthier place. Winner of the prestigious Earthshot Prize, Notpla are famed for their innovative, scalable alternatives to plastic. These include the edible liquid bubbles - Ooho, their seaweed-coated food containers, single-use films and rigid materials. To date, their solutions have already replaced 16 million pieces of single-use plastic from entering our environment. Notpla Limited takes inclusion and diversity seriously. It is important for us that we live by our values and our policies outline how – We work better together. Notpla is committed to encouraging equality, diversity and inclusion among our workforce, and eliminating unlawful discrimination.