Head of Transport & Logistics
Location: South Wales (Bridgend)
Reports to: Managing Director
Team: Supply Chain & Logistics
Type: Senior Leadership Role
About the Role
We are seeking an experienced and strategic Head of Transport & Logistics to join our Senior Leadership Team (SLT). This is a pivotal position where you will lead and enhance our multi-site transport, logistics, and warehousing operations, ensuring seamless service delivery, operational excellence, and alignment with our long-term business objectives.
As a people-focused leader, you’ll oversee our warehouse, transport, and logistics teams, driving performance, safety, and innovation while ensuring we deliver against key business KPIs. This is a fantastic opportunity for a commercially minded logistics professional to influence and shape the future direction of our supply chain strategy.
What You’ll Do
* Lead Strategy: Develop and implement transport, logistics, and warehousing strategies aligned with company growth and sustainability goals.
* Operational Excellence: Oversee fleet operations, warehousing, inventory management, and route optimisation to deliver efficient, compliant services.
* Health & Safety Champion: Drive a strong safety culture across all sites, ensuring adherence to regulations and industry best practices.
* Team Leadership: Mentor, motivate, and develop teams across multiple sites, fostering a culture of continuous improvement.
* Collaboration: Work closely with cross-functional teams to ensure logistics supports customer needs and business priorities.
What We’re Looking For
Essential Experience & Skills
* 10 years experience in transport, logistics, and warehousing, ideally across a multi-site operation.
* Strong background in international export and freight management.
* Proven ability to deliver process improvements and lead change across logistics functions.
* Solid knowledge of logistics/warehouse management systems and software.
* Strong commercial acumen with proven budget management skills.
* Demonstrated leadership ability with excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
* Experience in fleet management and export processes.
Desirable
* Degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or related discipline.
* Background in manufacturing (food or FMCG preferred).
* Experience in a fast-paced, multi-drop logistics environment.
* Strong geographical knowledge.
Why Join Us?
* Be part of the Senior Leadership Team with direct influence on company growth and strategy.
* Lead a key function critical to our long-term sustainability and success.
* Join a business that values innovation, customer service, and operational excellence.
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