Logistics Procurement Manager
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Location
West London, London
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Sector:
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Job type:
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Salary:
£65000 - £850000 per annum + car allowance plus benefits
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Contact:
Sheila Harris
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Contact email:
sheila.harris@1st-executive.com
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Salary high:
850000
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Salary low:
65000
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Job ref:
J13814_1580286245
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Published:
about 4 years ago
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Expiry date:
2020-02-28
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Startdate:
29/01/2020
Logistics Procurement Manager
Our client is a Major Global Organisation who are seeking an experienced and driven Logistics Procurement Manager. The business are undergoing transformation and development and as part of this team you will have detailed knowledge of the international imports across Air, Road and Ocean Freight, and you will be able to demonstrate a track record of delivering commercial solutions to senior stakeholders.
Key responsibilities include:
Category management of Ocean, Air and Road Freight on an international basis.
Strong experience of Customs requirements, understanding international imports requirements for ocean and air freight
Build meaningful and close relationships with stakeholders across the business
As a procurement specialist partner with the business you will challenge and advise stakeholders in the delivery of a strong Logistics operation
Identification of continuous improvement opportunities and driving the operational teams to improve and change.
Take a lead role in developing highly value add sourcing and commercial solutions to the organisation
Support and deliver the Procurement strategy across the organisation, understanding best practice and implementing strong processes and procedure
Be highly Instrumental in building and defining the Procurement vision and strategy
Person Specification:
Ideally Graduate or Equivalent
Experience of managing a Logistics Procurement function across Road, Sea and Air Freight
Strong stakeholder engagement ability with a proven background of driving change
Excellent collaborative approach and drive to implement strong processes and procedures
Strong ability to engage with stakeholders and develop key relationships
Experience of Procurement of Logistics/ Supply Chain, 3pl suppliers
Customer focussed background understanding delivery and performance of a high-profile operation
Experience gained within FMCG or Retail organisation is preferred.