Head of Logistics FMCG - Pod Talent : Job Details

Head of Logistics FMCG

Pod Talent

Job Location : Batley, UK

Posted on : 07/02/2025 - Valid Till : 21/03/2025

Job Description :

Role - Exciting Head of Logistics Opportunity – FMCGSalary – up to £85,000 + Car Allowance + BonusLocation – Northwest – Liverpool, Blackpool, Batley, Chorley, Kirkham (with 50% travel to sites and up to 2 days from home per week)

Are you an experienced logistics leader looking for a high-impact role in a growing business? This is a fantastic opportunity to join a fast-paced FMCG company that is investing heavily in its supply chain. With a multi-site network, ambitious growth plans, and a strong commitment to efficiency and innovation, this is a chance to shape the logistics strategy of a business on a mission to reach £1bn turnover in the next five years.

Key Responsibilities for the position of Head of Logistics -

  • Lead and optimise logistics operations across warehousing and transport—both outsourced and in-house fleets.
  • Manage key 3PL relationships and drive performance improvements.
  • Oversee a £40m logistics budget, ensuring cost efficiencies and operational excellence.
  • Optimise the company’s warehousing and distribution network, working closely with key partners.
  • Lead a team of four direct reports, fostering a high-performance culture.
  • Ensure compliance with all relevant logistics legislation and industry best practices.

Key Experience Required for the position of Head of Logistics –

  • Proven leadership experience in logistics, ideally within FMCG or another fast-paced industry (excluding purely 3PL backgrounds).
  • Strong 3PL management experience, with full budgetary responsibility.
  • Demonstrated track record of delivering performance improvements and cost savings.
  • Strategic mindset with experience in continuous improvement methodologies (Lean, Kaizen, EFQM, etc.).
  • Exposure to own fleet management and network optimisation.
  • Excellent stakeholder management skills and cross-functional collaboration experience.

Why This Opportunity?

  • Join a rapidly growing business investing heavily in its logistics operations.
  • Drive the expansion of an ambitious import/export strategy.
  • Play a pivotal role in shaping logistics strategy as the right-hand to the Supply Chain Director.
  • Benefit from strong internal training and career development programs.
  • Competitive salary package with excellent benefits

If you have the experience and drive to succeed in this role, apply now or get in touch at .

Salary : 70000 - 85000

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