Overview
The Outbound Logistics Lead will oversee the efficient and timely delivery of shipments from DC to customer, ensuring high standards of service and compliance.
Client Details
Our client is a leading fashion business.
Description
The Outbound Logistics Lead plays a key role in efficiently managing shipments/parcels throughout our client's European network. Based in London and working alongside the outbound logistics team, key responsibilities will include:
* Facilitating the movement of domestic, cross-border and international shipments between our clients Distribution Centre(s) and multiple delivery channels.
* Working directly with transport carriers to ensure timely and efficient deliveries to consumers.
* Set up, maintaining and continuously improving tracking tools to ensure cross functional teams have visibility of parcels in transit and are informed in a timely manner on possible delays.
* Partnering with the global technology teams and participating in further development of systems and tools used to optimise and improve the returns and delivery experience.
* Investigating shortages and damages, submitting claims, following up with carriers and monitoring receipt of refunds.
* In partnership with the London-based finance team you will own and analyse rates and service options from carriers to best support business requirements.
* Leading various forecasting and capacity analysis with the objective of efficiently streamlining the outbound shipping process.
Profile
The successful Outbound Logistics Lead must be willing to commit to a 12 month FTC and commute to London 3 days per week. Reporting into the head of outbound logistics you will need to demonstrate the following experience:
* Experienced in managing international outbound logistics. Ideally within a fast-paced, fast-growing FMCG environment.
* Experience of working with external transportation carriers/partners is required.
* A clear understanding of logistics procedures and documentation requirements (including import and export regulations).
* Strong attention to detail, with excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
* You must be able to multitask and manage time in a constructive and efficient manner.
* Strong customer service and communication skills are key.
Job Offer
The successful Outbound Logistics Lead will be rewarded with a competitive salary ranging from 55,000 to 65,000 per annum + associated benefits.
This is a hybrid working role, with the expectation of being in the office 3 days per week.
This role will initially be hired on a 12 month fixed term contract basis.
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