Head of Logistics and Support

Sopra Steria - UK; City Of London; Hybrid; GBP 85,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading Defence services provider is seeking a Head of Logistics to lead their logistics capability in the UK. The role includes defining logistics strategy, managing complex operations, and engaging with key stakeholders. Strong knowledge of the UK Defence logistics marketplace is essential. This full-time hybrid role offers a salary up to £100k with additional benefits.

Benefits

Bonus

Car allowance of £6,600

25 days annual leave plus options to buy additional days

Private medical

Life assurance

Pension

Generous flexible benefits fund

Qualifications

• Proven track record in logistics operations within the Defence sector.
• Ability to influence C-suite stakeholders effectively.
• Established networks within the Defence sector.

Responsibilities

• Define and execute the logistics strategy for Defence sector.
• Lead design of service propositions and establish performance measures.
• Build strong stakeholder relationships to align with strategic objectives.

Skills

Managing complex logistics operations

Knowledge of UK Defence logistics marketplace

Leading logistics operations

Developing business cases

Stakeholder communication

Collaborative leadership

Education

Degree in Business, IT, or Engineering

Job description

Overview

We are seeking a Head of Logistics to lead Sopra Steria’s Defence logistics capability.

You will shape and grow our proposition while driving the execution of the Go-to-Market strategy for Logistics and Engineering Support Services. Operating at the forefront of UK Defence, you will bring strategic leadership, commercial acumen, and innovative thinking to deliver large-scale logistics solutions that enhance operational effectiveness and enable sustainable growth.

Sopra Steria has a long pedigree and strong footprint in Defence across the UK and Europe, and we want to do more. We have exciting ambitions to be at the heart of transforming Defence and to bring our capabilities in Digital, Technology, and Data to clients.

This is a hybrid role with travel to the South of England.

Responsibilities

• Define and execute the strategy for Sopra Steria’s Logistics and Engineering Support Service offering within the ADS/Defence sector, including budget management, roadmap planning, route to market, customer engagement, marketing initiatives, timelines, and revenue delivery.
• Lead the design of service propositions, with appropriate technical input, including pricing strategy, value-added services, and innovative approaches.
• Develop differentiated and innovative offers across Sopra Steria capabilities and partner networks, identifying and creating opportunities for intellectual property development.
• Establish management information and performance measures to track success, support continuous improvement, and ensure operational excellence.
• Build and maintain strong stakeholder relationships, both externally with customers and partners, and internally across ADS and the wider Sopra Steria organisation, ensuring alignment with corporate strategic growth objectives.

Qualifications

• Experience in managing complex, large-scale logistics operations across supply chain, warehousing, transport, and inventory.
• In-depth knowledge of the UK Defence logistics marketplace.
• Proven track record of leading logistics operations within the Armed Forces, MoD, or wider Defence sector.
• Experience in developing complex business cases with strong attention to detail, quality, and commercial outcomes.
• Established networks and connections within the Defence sector.
• Ability to influence and communicate effectively at all levels, including C-suite stakeholders, with credibility and gravitas.
• Collaborative leadership style with excellent interpersonal skills.

Desirable

• Previous experience as OF4 or SEOB2 (or higher) in Logistics, Engineering, or Equipment Support within the UK MoD or Armed Forces.
• Knowledge of the key suppliers of logistics, asset management, engineering software, and Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) solutions.
• Degree-level education or equivalent experience in Business, IT, or Engineering.
• Experience in service or product development processes.

If you are interested in this role but not sure if your skills and experience are exactly what we’re looking for, please do apply, we’d love to hear from you!

Employment Type: Full-time
Location: UK Hybrid
Security Clearance Level: Must hold Security Clearance (SC), or be eligible
Internal Recruiter: Josh
Salary: Up to £100k
Benefits: Bonus, £6,600 car allowance, 25 days annual leave with the option to buy additional days, private medical, life assurance, pension, and generous flexible benefits fund

We support different ways of working and can offer a range of flexible working arrangements. So, if you’re interested and need to work flexibly, we encourage you to apply and talk to us about what might be possible.