VP of Supply Chain

Remote – locations across Europe, the Middle East and Asia considered. International travel up to 25% of your time.

About Polymateria

Polymateria’s mission is to advance science to help nature deal with the plastic pollution crisis. Based at Imperial College London, they are the first company in the world to prove scientifically that you can take the most likely sources of fugitive or unmanaged plastic waste and return them to nature without creating microplastics, harming the natural environment or interfering with recycling streams at scale.

The Role

Polymateria is scaling its global operations and is looking for an experienced supply chain leader to take on the role of VP Supply Chain. Reporting to the COO, you will combine strategic leadership with hands-on execution, delivering end-to-end value chain support for existing customers while transforming our operational framework into a world-class ecosystem capable of enabling rapid business growth.

This position is a key hire in the company’s plan to accelerate growth, requiring a hands-on, entrepreneurial, and creative individual who understands the complexity of the plastics/packaging business landscape. With a purpose to create a resilient, customer-focused supply chain, this role requires a strategic thinker and creative problem solver who can scale a business without compromising on quality or performance.

The position will be based remotely, working globally, with locations across Europe, the Middle East, and Asia being considered depending on capability.

You will join the business at a crucial time, as we solidify our existing customer base and expand into new markets. As a key partner to the executive team, and part of the extended leadership team, you will work with stakeholders across the value chain, from manufacturing partners and raw material suppliers to global brand owners, and investors. The successful candidate must be able to influence at a high level, align competing priorities, and convert strategic objectives into coordinated operational action.

If you are a supply chain leader in the chemicals or plastic packaging sector, with a passion for sustainable solutions, and the drive to join a truly fast-paced scale-up organisation, then this could be an amazing opportunity for you.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design, execute and lead a scalable global supply chain strategy that aligns with company growth targets
• Build, motivate, and lead a high-performing global team of operational professionals fostering strong collaboration across all disciplines
• Ensure that customers experience flawless execution from pre-order to product delivery and beyond
• Direct the end-to-end S&OP and demand forecasting processing, to optimize working capital and balance supply with market demand
• Manage raw material and masterbatch sourcing strategy, including dual sourcing and qualification of new suppliers
• Manage contract negotiations with manufacturing partners, key raw material suppliers, and logistics providers to optimize margins while maintaining positive relationships
• Use your technical knowledge and business acumen to mitigate geopolitical and market risks and ensure business continuity
• Establish robust vendor KPI frameworks to monitor and improve supplier quality
• Optimize international freight, customs clearance, and last-mile delivery to minimize costs and ensure speed
• Select and implement ERP, planning and visibility tools, that enable supply chain efficiency, traceability and reporting of metrics at executive and board level

Experience:

• At least 10 years of progressive experience in supply chain, logistics, or operations management, with at least 3+ years of business leadership ideally gained in the specialty chemicals, plastics, or FMCG industry
• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Engineering, or related field
• Professional supply chain certification (CSCP/CPIM/CIPS) considered an asset
• Experience in widespread operational leadership including outsourced or contract manufacturing is considered an asset
• Broad perspective, with the judgement and leadership to work effectively across functions as per business requirements
• Track record of successfully scaling a supply chain through a period of rapid growth across multiple regions, including Asia, Europe, and the Middle East
• Strong financial acumen, including cost modelling, margin analysis, and commercial contract terms
• Track record of building, leading, and motivating remote teams
• Systems experience building and working with Enterprise Resource Planning tools
• Experience working with brand owners and meeting their supplier requirements
• Familiarity with lean principles, Six Sigma, or total quality management applied in supply chain or production environments
• Willingness and ability to travel up to 25% of your time

How to Apply

Please complete our online application form and upload your CV. A cover letter is optional.

Application form: VP Supply Chain — Application Form

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, with interviews expected in November 2026. We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if we receive sufficient suitable applications, so early application is encouraged.

If you cannot use the upload facility, need assistance applying or have questions about the role, please contact careers@polymateria.com. Applications should normally be submitted through the form; please contact us to arrange an alternative if needed.

Commitment to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

At Polymateria, we value different backgrounds, perspectives and experiences and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone is treated fairly and respectfully.

We welcome applications from suitably qualified candidates from all backgrounds and encourage applications from groups underrepresented in our industry. Selection decisions are based on relevant skills, experience and the requirements of the role.

If you require adjustments or support during the recruitment process, please contact careers@polymateria.com.

Digital Workplace Specialist – Microsoft 365, Power Platform & AI

Location: India – home-based
Type: Full-time, permanent
Team: Finance, HR & Organisational Development
Reports to: Chief Financial Officer

About Polymateria

Polymateria is changing the plastic pollution landscape through our proprietary biotransformation technology, which enables plastic to safely return to nature while remaining compatible with recycling systems at scale.

As the company continues to grow internationally, strong internal systems, clear information flow, effective use of AI and consistent digital ways of working are becoming increasingly important to how we operate.

About the Role

Polymateria is looking for a motivated and technically confident Digital Workplace Specialist to help us maximise the value of Microsoft 365, Power Platform, Claude and other internal digital systems.

The role will help implement and embed agreed improvements following internal systems and ways-of-working review activity.

The immediate focus will be on Microsoft 365, the Power Platform, the company intranet, document management, AI tools, automation and practical digital workflow improvement. Over time, the role may also support other business systems such as CRM, project management tools, dashboards or workflow systems.

This is an IT-focused digital workplace role, but not a first-line IT support role. Day-to-day IT support will continue to be provided through Polymateria’s external IT support provider.

The role will involve helping Polymateria maximise Microsoft 365 as a practical business platform, using Microsoft 365 and Power Platform to improve workflows, automate processes and support better collaboration, advising on the right approach and where AI could help.

A significant part of the role focuses on implementing, governing and embedding Claude and other AI tools across the business, including support for colleagues already using AI in advanced ways.

Key Responsibilities

You will:

• Help Polymateria maximise the value of Microsoft 365, Power Platform, AI and other digital tools to improve productivity, collaboration and information flow.
• Design, configure and support Microsoft 365-based solutions for workflows, approvals, forms, tracking, and reporting.
• Support the launch, use and ongoing development of the company intranet as a central place for policies, guidance, and key documents.
• Improve document management and Microsoft 365 governance, including folder structures, naming conventions, retention, permissions and reducing duplication.
• Support the implementation and responsible adoption of Claude and other AI tools, including guidance, prompt resources, training materials, practical use cases and adoption support.
• Support responsible, compliant digital working and help protect sensitive, confidential and IP-related information, including GDPR, access control, AI governance and appropriate permissions.
• Monitor adoption, compliance, recurring issues and productivity gains across Microsoft 365, AI and digital workplace tools, using simple metrics to identify improvements, risks and further support needs.
• Coordinate with external IT or software providers where needed.

About You

The ideal candidate will be technically confident, highly organised and motivated by helping people use technology better, with strong practical capability in Microsoft 365, Power Platform, SharePoint, Teams and AI tools – not just general user experience.

You should also be an advanced practical AI user, understanding how tools such as Claude, Microsoft Copilot, ChatGPT or similar can support knowledge work, coding support, automation, and agentic workflows.

This role will suit someone who is proactive, hands-on and comfortable working in a fast-moving scale-up environment with colleagues across different countries and time zones. You should be comfortable supporting both general business users and technically advanced colleagues, including scientists and researchers using AI in sophisticated ways. Professional working proficiency in English is essential.

What We Are Looking For

Essential skills and experience

• Strong practical working knowledge of Microsoft 365, particularly Teams, SharePoint, OneDrive and Outlook.
• Experience configuring, governing or improving Microsoft 365 environments beyond general end-user use.
• Experience using Microsoft 365 and the Power Platform to improve workflows, automate processes, and support better collaboration.
• Experience with SharePoint sites, document libraries, permissions, metadata, document management or intranet content.
• Advanced practical working knowledge of Claude, Microsoft Copilot, ChatGPT or similar AI tools, including use cases such as document analysis, workflow improvement, automation and advanced prompting.
• Ability to support AI adoption responsibly, including guidance on confidentiality, data protection, information security, IP protection, and appropriate use.
• Ability to create clear guidance, process documents, and training materials.
• Strong organisational skills, attention to detail and ability to keep information structured and up to date.
• Good communication skills, with the ability to explain systems and processes clearly to technical and non-technical users.
• Professional working proficiency in English.

Desirable skills or experience

• Experience implementing or supporting the implementation of Claude or similar AI tools at business scale.
• Experience with Power Apps, Power BI, dashboards or reporting.
• Experience building or supporting an intranet, knowledge hub, project management tools or CRM-related workflows.
• Experience working with external IT providers or software vendors.
• Experience in a growing, international or fast-paced business.

Location and Eligibility

This is a home-based role in India. Applicants must be based in India and legally able to work or provide services from India on a home-based basis. The role will require sufficient core overlap with UK business hours.

Commitment to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

At Polymateria, we believe that diversity, equity and inclusion are fundamental to our success. We are committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels empowered to bring their full, authentic selves to work.

We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applications from all qualified individuals, regardless of race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.

If you require any adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know, and we will be happy to assist.

How to Apply

Applications should be submitted via the online application form linked below. As part of the application, you will be asked to upload your CV.

Application Form. If link doesn’t work, you can copy and paste in to your browser: https://forms.gle/swwHb97HspB3rYrU6

Please note that only applications submitted via this application form will be considered. Applications submitted via LinkedIn, email or other channels will not be reviewed.

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, so early submission is encouraged. We may begin interviews before the closing date of 22 October 2026 and reserve the right to close the role early if a suitable candidate is identified.

If you have any questions about the role or the application process, please contact careers@polymateria.com. Please note this inbox is for enquiries only.