Global Logistics Director
Ref: 351999
London, UK
£70,000
- Permanent
- Strategic Supply Chain Leadership
- Cost Reduction Expert
- Performance Optimisation
About the candidate
Our candidate is a Global Logistics Director with a comprehensive background in managing and optimising international freight operations, compliance processes, and contract negotiations. This seasoned professional is adept at streamlining complex processes and guiding decisions across diverse teams and cultures. With a proven track record in leadership and strategic planning, the candidate is driven by purpose and change, continually pushing for efficiency and innovation within the logistics and supply chain sectors.
They bring extensive experience from leading roles in international settings, particularly in managing solutions for a recycling industry leader and a high-end retail brand. This includes significant achievements in reducing transportation costs, improving lead times, and enhancing supplier and customer satisfaction through innovative S&OP processes and performance metrics implementation. Their ability to achieve these results is well-documented in their previous roles across multiple continents.
What makes them great?
- Reduced transportation costs by 30% and improved lead times by 25% through the implementation of a strategic S&OP process.
- Accomplished a 10% reduction in transportation costs and a 5% decrease in carbon footprint by enhancing supplier and logistics management strategies.
- Implemented cost-saving logistics strategies that led to a 15% reduction in overall project costs for a high-end retail brand.
Areas of expertise
- Supply Chain Management - Expertise in overseeing global, regional, and operational logistics, ensuring optimal planning and distribution.
- Strategic Leadership and Innovation - Proven ability in leading teams to excel under strategic goals and innovate solutions.
- Performance Improvement - Skilled in process optimisation, risk mitigation, and continuous improvement practices to enhance performance and customer satisfaction.
- Stakeholder Management - Experienced in managing vendor and partner relationships, fostering collaboration across functions.
- Change Management - Adept at managing change within organisations, ensuring smooth transitions and continued operational success.