Head of Logistics

Pernod Ricard USA; Dumbarton; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A major player in the spirits industry seeks a Head of Logistics in Dumbarton. This role involves leading logistics strategy, managing operations, and ensuring compliance across supply chain activities. Candidates should possess extensive experience in FMCG logistics, strong leadership capabilities, and track record in managing multi-site operations. The position offers competitive benefits and is aimed at fostering a culture of diversity and inclusion within the team.

Benefits

Private medical insurance

25 days annual holiday

Employee Assistance Programme

Flexible working options

Qualifications

• Extensive experience leading logistics in FMCG or regulated manufacturing.
• Demonstrated leadership in high-volume, unionized environments.
• Proficiency in managing multi-site operations and 3PL partnerships.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute logistics strategy and sustainability agenda.
• Oversee planning and storage for continuous supply.
• Manage logistics budgets, contracts, and performance metrics.

Skills

Logistics management

Supply chain operations

Team leadership

Performance management

Risk assessment

Job description

Head of Logistics

Your Manager: Supply Chain Director

Team: Supply Chain

Location: Kilmalid, Dumbarton

Be part of something big

We are Pernod Ricard, a leading company in the global spirits industry with over 19,000 employees globally. We own 16 of the world’s top 100 Spirits Brands and hold one of the most prestigious and comprehensive brand portfolios in the industry with premium brands available in over 160 countries, including: Absolut vodka, Ballantine’s, Chivas Regal, Royal Salute, and The Glenlivet Scotch whiskies, Jameson Irish whiskey, Martell cognac, Havana Club rum, Beefeater, Malfy and Monkey 47 gins, Malibu liqueur and Mumm and Perrier‑Jouët champagnes.

Here in the UK

In the UK, Pernod Ricard is made up of 4 businesses:

• Chivas Brothers, the largest brand company in the Group, responsible for the production and management of our award‑winning Scotch whisky portfolio
• Pernod Ricard UK, which markets, sells and distributes our products in the UK market
• Pernod Ricard Global Travel Retail, the global and EMEA home of the group’s duty free, air travel and cruises business.
• The Absolut Group, the brand owner of our global white spirits portfolio, whose Gin brand unit and Business Acceleration team sit in London.

We are an organisation of 2,000 employees in the UK, headquartered in London, in a brand‑new office designed with sustainability, ‘conviviality’ and collaboration in mind. We also have offices in Scotland and various distilleries and production sites across the UK from Plymouth to London to Speyside.

Your new team

This position sits in our Chivas Brothers business. At Chivas Brothers, our 1,600‑strong team across 27 sites is committed to upholding the heritage of Scotch and ensuring its sustainable future, as well as opening it up to new audiences across the globe.

The scope of Operations stretches from Procurement through conversion (distillation and maturation) and manufacturing (or bottling) to all the downstream Supply Chain activities until the final product is delivered. In addition, Operations play a very active role in Innovation, Talent Development and Operational Risk Management.

The Supply Chain team are based across our sites in Glasgow and Dumbarton and are responsible for all aspects of our supply chain including production & material planning, bill of materials management, demand planning, logistics, direct sourcing, customer service and the transport, receipt, storage and processing of all incoming Dry Goods and Finished Goods.

Your unique contribution

The Head of Logistics is responsible for leading the end‑to‑end logistics strategy and operations across Dry Goods, Finished Goods Warehousing, Transportation and third‑party logistics partners. The role ensures that inventory movement from suppliers to bottling, warehousing and global distribution networks is reliable, cost‑effective and compliant, while supporting customer service, commercial priorities and regulatory requirements.

You will have four main areas of responsibility:

Strategic Leadership

• To develop and execute the logistics strategy and shape logistics sustainability agenda.
• Translate commercial and production forecasts into logistics capacity planning and network optimisation recommendations.
• Evaluate, select and govern third‑party logistics (3PL) and freight partners to ensure value for money, reliability and strategic alignment.

Operational Delivery

• Oversee Dry Goods inbound planning and storage to ensure supply continuity into bottling and maturation operations.
• Be responsible for Finished Goods warehousing, stock integrity and HMRC compliant movements across sites and 3PL networks.
• Manage domestic and international freight flows to meet customer delivery performance targets (OTIF, DIFOT).
• Ensure accurate and timely inventory control, stock reconciliation and resolution of discrepancies.
• Embed and maintain internal controls required for HMRC compliance.

Performance & Cost Management

• Manage logistics budgets, contracts and cost control initiatives across warehousing, transport and 3PL spend.
• Set and monitor KPI frameworks to improve service, efficiency, safety and quality.
• Be responsible for logistics risk assessments and business continuity planning.

People & Leadership

• Lead, coach and develop a high‑performing logistics leadership team.
• Accountable for a department which spans across multiple teams, with approximately 150 employees.
• Foster a culture focused on safety, accountability, continuous improvement and collaboration across functional boundaries.

Who you’ll be working with

Internally, you’ll collaborate with colleagues across Bottling, Planning, Customer Service & Dispatch Planning, HR, Finance and Quality.

Externally, you will collaborate with suppliers and 3rd party service providers to ensure delivery of services to the highest standard.

Your blend of talent

This position could be right for you if you:

• Have extensive experience leading logistics, warehousing or supply chain operations in FMCG, drinks, food or regulated manufacturing environments, with strong knowledge of international freight, customs processes and HMRC / excise compliance requirements.
• Have demonstrated leadership of multi-layered operational teams (manager of managers) in a high-volume, unionised environment, with the ability to drive performance, safety and engagement.
• Have proven experience working constructively with trade union representatives and supporting collective bargaining and change processes.
• Are experienced managing multi-site operations, 3PL partnerships and commercial logistics contracts.

Our mix of benefits

For your health, we offer private medical insurance, income protection and a comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme.

Our lifestyle benefits include 25 days’ annual holiday (increasing with length of service up to 27) plus 11 public holidays, your employee pension, share incentive plan, share ownership plan, life assurance and more!

You can access lots of gifts & discounts, including an allowance each year to spend on our brands in our staff shop, our reward & recognition scheme and employee discounts from a range of high street retailers.

We have regular events in our very own office bar, employee‑run networks, a culture of flexibility and trust and a variety of tools and resources to help you focus on your wellbeing and mental fitness.

Conviviality: the Pernod Ricard Way

We have our own way of doing things. We call it conviviality! It’s our way of being, and something unique you feel and experience when working for Pernod Ricard.

We’re committed to conviviality, and with this, you’ll be Proud to Belong to our Pernod Ricard family. You’ll be Empowered to Perform, supported to succeed, and acknowledged for the value you bring.

We combine all this with our Commitment to Care: we are unlocking the magic of human connection to transform our industry and make a positive impact on the world through our strong focus on sustainability and responsibility.

We’re committed to diversity and inclusion

People are at the heart of everything we do at Pernod Ricard and are the foundation of our collective spirit as ‘Créateurs de Convivialité’.

We promote diversity and inclusion throughout our business and supply chain. In our teams, we proactively foster a diverse work force and an inclusive culture – an environment where we can truly be ourselves.

We will assess your application for this role based on your skills, experiences and achievements, not your gender, age, ethnic or educational background or any other such factors. Please feel free to leave these off your CV and application form if you so wish.

Similarly, if you would like to discuss opportunities for flexible working or require accommodations or support to complete our application process, please let us know.

Responsible drinking

As ‘Créateurs de convivialité’, we want to turn social interactions into genuine and friendly experiences of sharing and wellbeing.

In our culture, we want to create diverse teams in which our differences contribute to our success. Therefore, all are welcome at Pernod Ricard, regardless of your religious beliefs or personal choices on the consumption of alcohol.

In our business, we work together with industry members, civil society, governments, local authorities and UN bodies to promote responsible drinking.

Closing Date for Applications

05th January 2026

Job Posting End Date

2026-01-06

Target Hire Date

2026-04-06

Target End Date