Logistics and Supply Chain Lead

TN 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 based at their UK HQ in Woking. This hybrid role involves overseeing goods movements, managing logistics pricing, and ensuring compliance with shipping regulations. The ideal candidate will have strong communication skills and a solid understanding of supply chain processes, with experience in UK imports being essential.

Qualifications

• Strong communicator with excellent interpersonal skills.
• Proactive problem-solver with solid understanding of supply chain processes.
• Experience with UK imports and planning techniques.

Responsibilities

• Oversee scheduling of goods movements and prepare shipping documentation.
• Manage logistics pricing, customs compliance, and engage with third-party logistics.
• Monitor sustainability and compliance, and report on KPIs.

Skills

Communication

Problem-Solving

Supply Chain Processes

Logistics

Warehouse Operations

Shipping Regulations

Education

Relevant Academic Background in Logistics or Supply Chain

Tools

Microsoft Office

ERP Systems

Job description

Social network you want to login/join with:

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 is based at the UK HQ with a hybrid working arrangement, including flexible hours and some WFH.

As a Logistics and Supply Chain Lead, you will support UK operations 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 will be a strong communicator with excellent interpersonal skills, a proactive problem-solver, and possess a solid understanding of supply chain processes, including Incoterms, logistics, warehouse operations, and shipping regulations. Experience with UK imports, planning techniques, and proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel) are essential. Experience with ERP systems is advantageous. Candidates with relevant academic background in logistics or supply chain are encouraged to apply, though it is not mandatory.

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