What is a Fractional CSCO?
A Fractional Chief Supply Chain Officer is an experienced supply chain executive who works part-time across multiple organisations, providing strategic supply chain leadership, logistics optimisation, and operational resilience expertise.
The Fractional CSCO Role
Fractional CSCOs typically work 1-3 days per week, providing senior supply chain leadership for companies facing supply chain complexity without the £200-300k cost of a permanent hire. Post-pandemic demand has grown 150%.
Key CSCO Responsibilities
Supply Chain Strategy: Network design, sourcing, and distribution planning
S&OP: Sales and Operations Planning process leadership
Procurement: Strategic sourcing, vendor management, and cost reduction
Logistics: Warehousing, distribution, and transportation optimisation
Risk & Resilience: Supply disruption planning and alternative sourcing
Who Needs a Fractional CSCO?
E-commerce and DTC brands scaling fulfilment operations
Manufacturing companies optimising global supply chains
Companies diversifying suppliers after supply chain disruption
Organisations implementing supply chain technology (WMS, TMS)
