What does a fractional CSCO cost?

Day rates typically range from 900-1300 GBP depending on scope and complexity.

How do I evaluate CSCO candidates?

Assess optimization track record, supplier management skills, and technology implementation experience.

What qualifications matter most?

APICS certifications, end-to-end supply chain experience, and quantified cost reductions.

How long are typical engagements?

Supply chain engagements typically run 6-12 months for optimization projects.

What does a fractional CSCO cost?

Day rates typically range from 900-1300 GBP depending on scope and complexity.

How do I evaluate CSCO candidates?

Assess optimization track record, supplier management skills, and technology implementation experience.

What qualifications matter most?

APICS certifications, end-to-end supply chain experience, and quantified cost reductions.

How long are typical engagements?

Supply chain engagements typically run 6-12 months for optimization projects.

Hire a Fractional CSCO

Complete guide to hiring fractional supply chain leadership

£800-2,000

Day Rate

2-6 weeks

Time to Hire

50-70%

Cost Savings

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Key Takeaways

1Fractional CFOs work 1-3 days per week, providing senior expertise without full-time costs
2UK day rates range from £800 to £1500, depending on experience and sector
3Typical engagements save 50-70% compared to full-time executive hires
4Ideal for startups, scale-ups, and SMEs needing strategic leadership
5No employment overhead: no pension, NI, benefits, or notice periods

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When to Hire a Fractional CSCO

Quick Definition

Consider a fractional Chief Supply Chain Officer when optimizing logistics, managing supplier relationships, or building resilient supply chains. Ideal for companies scaling operations or facing supply disruptions.

What to Look For

Evaluate candidates on end-to-end supply chain optimization, supplier management, technology implementation, and risk mitigation. Look for cost reduction achievements and supply chain resilience examples.

Evaluation Criteria

Criteria	What to Assess	Red Flags
Optimization	Cost reduction and efficiency gains	No quantified improvements
Supplier Management	Vendor relationships and negotiations	Only procurement focus
Technology	ERP and supply chain systems	Manual process reliance
Risk Management	Disruption planning and resilience	No contingency planning

Interview Questions

Ask about their supply chain optimization methodology, supplier relationship approach, technology stack experience, and how they build resilience against disruptions.

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Cost Comparison

Fractional vs Full-Time Executive

Full-Time Executive£286k/year

Salary + Benefits + Overhead

Fractional Executive£106k/year

1-2 days/week average

Your Potential Savings

£180k+

63%

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Time Allocation

How fractional executives spend their time

Strategy30%

Operations25%

Leadership20%

Governance15%

Technology10%

Hire a Fractional CSCO (Chief Supply Chain Officer)

A fractional Chief Supply Chain Officer provides expert supply chain leadership to optimise logistics, reduce costs, and build resilient operations without the commitment of a full-time executive hire.

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Why Hire a Fractional CSCO?

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Supply chain resilience: Build robust, diversified supply networks

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Cost optimisation: Reduce logistics, procurement, and inventory costs

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Digital transformation: Implement S&OP, demand planning, and AI forecasting

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Sustainability: Develop sustainable sourcing and Scope 3 reduction strategies

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What a Fractional CSCO Delivers

Deliverable	Timeline
Supply chain assessment & risk mapping	Weeks 1-4
Optimisation strategy & quick wins	Weeks 4-8
Technology and process improvements	Weeks 8-16
Supplier management & performance	Ongoing

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Typical Engagement Models

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Strategic: 1-2 days/week for supply chain governance

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Transformation: 3-4 days/week for major SC restructuring

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Crisis: Full engagement for supply chain disruption response

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UK Fractional Executive Day Rates

Compare day rates across C-suite roles

CFOThis Role£800 - £1500/day

£1100

CTO£900 - £1600/day

£1200

CMO£750 - £1400/day

£1000

COO£800 - £1400/day

£1050

CDO£900 - £1450/day

£1150

CISO£900 - £1550/day

£1200

Rate Range

Average

Source: UK Market Data 2025

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Fractional vs Interim vs Full-Time

Choose the right engagement model

Aspect	Fractional	Interim	Full-Time
Time Commitment	1-3 days/week	4-5 days/week	5 days/week
Duration	Ongoing/flexible	3-12 months	Permanent
Annual Cost	£50-150k	£150-300k	£200-400k+
Best For	SMEs, startups, scale-ups	Crisis, transitions	Large enterprises
Flexibility	★★★ High	★★☆ Medium	★☆☆ Low

Costs are indicative UK market rates. Actual costs vary by role, experience, and sector.

Calculate Your Day Rate

Fractional CFO Earnings

Calculate Your Potential Income

Your Day Rate

£1,000

£750Avg: £1000£1500

Days Per Client/Week

2.5 days

1 day5 days

Number of Clients

2 clients

Weekly

£5,000

Monthly

£21,650

Annual

£240,000

Based on 2.5 days/week x 2 clients x 48 working weeks. CFO UK average day rate: £1000.

BetaThis calculator provides rough estimates for illustration only. Actual rates and salaries vary based on location, experience, industry, and market conditions.

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