About Unwind Studio

Unwind Studio is a modern needlepoint brand on a mission to make needle crafts feel fresh, joyful and accessible. We create artist-designed needlepoint kits with a strong focus on color, design and quality.

From our studio in Porto, we ship worldwide and nurture a growing community of stitchers who see crafting as their favorite way to slow down, unwind and reconnect with themselves. We are a small, women-led, creative team. We move fast, care deeply about details, and love ideas that make our community feel inspired and cared for.

We are seeking a highly analytical and process-oriented professional to take full ownership of our operations and end-to-end supply chain.

The Role

This pivotal role is responsible for the overall efficiency of our operational structure. It requires a holistic and strategic vision, ensuring seamless synchronization between production planning, component procurement, quality control, and global distribution.

Strategic and Operational Responsibilities

1. End-to-End Supply Chain Management:

• Material Requirements Planning (MRP): Develop production forecasting models based on historical data and sales projections, ensuring an optimal balance between service levels and working capital tied up in stock.
• Procurement and Purchasing: Identify, audit, and manage relationships with global suppliers. Negotiate contracts and lead times, ensuring strict adherence to the brand’s quality standards.
• Inventory Management: Implement rigorous stock control systems, optimizing storage space and ensuring data integrity across internal systems.

2. International Logistics and Distribution:

• Freight and Shipping Optimization: Analyze and negotiate rates with freight forwarders and last-mile partners, focusing on cost efficiency for key export markets such as the USA and Australia.
• 3PL Strategy (Third-Party Logistics): Lead the expansion project into international external warehouses, evaluating the financial and operational feasibility of local distribution centers.
• Setup and Compliance: Ensure logistics configurations on e-commerce platforms are optimized and maintain full compliance with international customs regulations and import duties.

3. Production Planning and Efficiency: