Logistics and Supply Chain Lead

JR United Kingdom; Woking; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global FMCG company is seeking a Logistics and Supply Chain Lead for their UK HQ in Woking. This hybrid role involves overseeing goods movements, logistics pricing, and compliance while engaging with third-party logistics and supporting commercial teams. The ideal candidate will possess strong communication skills, a solid understanding of supply chain processes, and experience with UK imports.

Benefits

Flexible hours

Work from home options

Highly competitive salary and benefits package

Qualifications

• Strong communicator with excellent interpersonal skills.
• Solid understanding of supply chain processes and regulations.
• Experience with UK imports and logistics operations.

Responsibilities

• Oversee scheduling of goods movements and shipping documentation.
• Manage logistics pricing, customs compliance, and 3PL engagement.
• Support supply chain risk management and KPI reporting.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal Skills

Problem Solving

Education

Relevant academic background in logistics or supply chain management

Tools

Microsoft Office

ERP systems

Job description

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Loom Talent is supporting the recruitment of a Logistics and Supply Chain Lead for a client in Woking.

Our client is a global leader in FMCG. The role will be based at the UK HQ and offers a hybrid working arrangement, including flexible hours and some WFH.

As a Logistics and Supply Chain Lead, you will support the UK operation by overseeing the scheduling of goods movements. Your responsibilities will include:

1. Preparation and verification of shipping documentation
2. Oversight and replenishment planning
3. Logistics pricing and cost optimization
4. Customs compliance and import/export coordination
5. Engagement with third-party logistics (3PL)
6. Warehouse and inter-office coordination
7. Administrative support to commercial and finance teams
8. Supply chain risk management
9. Sustainability and compliance monitoring
10. KPI reporting and continuous improvement

The ideal candidate is a strong communicator with excellent interpersonal skills and a proactive, problem-solving mindset. A solid understanding of supply chain processes is essential, including knowledge of Incoterms, logistics and warehouse operations, and both national and international shipping regulations. Familiarity with planning techniques and experience handling UK imports are required. Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel) is necessary, and experience with ERP systems is advantageous. Candidates with relevant academic backgrounds in logistics or supply chain management are encouraged to apply, though this is not mandatory.

The successful candidate will receive a highly competitive salary and benefits package.