Head of Logistics

Ref: 268438

Barford, Warwickshire

£90,000

• Permanent
• Strategic Supply Chain Leader
• Cost Management Expert
• Immediately Available

About the candidate

About the Candidate:
This candidate is a highly experienced Head of Logistics, with a robust background in the logistics, distribution, and e-commerce sectors. With a career spanning various influential management roles, this individual has demonstrated exceptional skills in resource management, strategic planning, and operational efficiency.

They have successfully managed large teams and multi-million-pound budgets, overseeing comprehensive logistics operations, including procurement, warehousing, and global distribution. Their proactive approach and continuous improvement methodology have consistently resulted in significant cost reductions and performance enhancements across the organisations they have worked for.

What makes them great?

• Implemented a Carrier Management System, resulting in an estimated £60k IT cost savings and enhanced operational flexibility.
• Improved pick time by 11.20% and packing time by 28.91%, effectively reducing staff numbers and order errors.
• Managed site facilities improvements, creating a safer and more efficient work environment for team members.

Areas of expertise

• Strategic Leadership - Skilled in overseeing large-scale logistics operations and implementing strategic plans to enhance efficiency and productivity.
• Change Management - Experienced in initiating and managing change to improve organisational processes, having significantly boosted pick and pack performance in previous roles.
• Cost Management - Proven ability to control and reduce costs through effective management practices and innovative solutions, notably in carrier management and warehouse operations.