3PL Strategy & Partnerships Manager – Hybrid, Hatfield
At Ocado Logistics, we’re redefining the future of supply chain and retail. With cutting-edge technology, rapidly expanding operations, and global partnerships, our mission is simple: deliver exceptional customer experiences at scale. Our network of advanced warehouses, offices, and proprietary technology keeps products moving and our partners thriving – and we’re looking for someone to help us take our 3PL partnerships to the next level.
This is a pivotal new role. As our 3PL Strategy & Partnerships Manager, you’ll be accountable for £50m+ annual logistics spend and act as the lead in building high-trust, innovative partnerships with our 3PL providers. This isn’t a typical contract management role – you’ll blend commercial leadership with strategic supply chain insight, embedding industry-leading practices and creating mutual growth opportunities.
What you’ll be doing:
* Lead the commercial and contractual management of Ocado’s 3PL warehousing and transport partnerships.
* Design and execute long-term strategies balancing cost efficiency, service excellence, and scalability.
* Build strong, collaborative partnerships with 3PL providers, driving joint improvement plans and innovation.
* Bring structure and visibility to open-book models, validate costs, and create commercial benchmarks.
* Support performance reviews, continuous improvement, and onboarding of future 3PL partners.
* Translate strategy into operational reality across ambient, chilled, and frozen environments.
* Identify automation and innovation opportunities.
* Ensure the content of any new contracts meets business requirements.
What we’re looking for:
* Proven experience managing 3PL contracts and strong end-to-end supply chain knowledge.
* Commercial acumen and hands-on experience with open- and closed-book models.
* Strong stakeholder engagement and influencing skills.
* Financial literacy, forecasting, and cost modelling capability.
* A collaborative, future-focused mindset, curious about technology and automation.
* Full UK driving licence for site and partner visits.
What we offer:
* Up to 15% annual bonus, flexible hybrid working, 30 days ‘work from anywhere’, generous leave, private medical cover, pension with up to 7% employer contribution, share schemes, discounts, shuttle services, and more.
Join Ocado Logistics and play a defining role in reshaping our 3PL partnerships at a time of rapid growth and opportunity.
Ocado Group is an equal opportunities employer, ensuring all candidates are treated fairly, regardless of sex, sexual orientation, marital status, race, nationality, religion, age, disability, or union membership.