Logistics and Supply Chain Lead

Loom Talent; Woking; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Loom Talent is assisting in the recruitment of a Logistics and Supply Chain Lead for a leading FMCG client in Woking. This role involves overseeing goods movement, ensuring compliance, and facilitating 3PL engagement, while offering a hybrid work arrangement with flexible hours.

Benefits

Hybrid working arrangement

Flexible hours

Qualifications

• Strong communicator with excellent interpersonal skills.
• Solid understanding of supply chain processes.
• Experience handling UK imports is essential.

Responsibilities

• Oversee scheduling of movements of goods.
• Prepare and verify shipping documentation.
• Manage logistics pricing and cost optimisation.

Skills

Strong communication

Interpersonal skills

Problem-solving mindset

Knowledge of Incoterms

Logistics and warehouse operations

UK imports handling

Microsoft Office proficiency

Education

Academics in Logistics or Supply Chain

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

Loom Talent are delighted to be supporting on 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 from the UK HQ and offers a hybrid working arrangement including flexible hours and some WFH.

In the role of Logistics and Supply Chain lead you will support the UK operation, overseeing the scheduling of movements of goods. Areas of responsibility within the role will include:

• Preparation and Verification of Shipping Documentation
• Oversight and Replenishment Planning
• Logistics Pricing and Cost Optimisation
• Customs Compliance and Import/Export Coordination
• Third-Party Logistics (3PL) Engagement
• Warehouse and Inter-Office Coordination
• Administrative Support to Commercial and Finance Teams
• Supply Chain Risk Management
• Sustainability and Compliance Monitoring
• 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 thorough knowledge of Incoterms, logistics and warehouse operations, and both national and international shipping regulations. Familiarity with planning techniques and experience handling UK imports are essential. Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel) is required, and experience with ERP systems is an advantage. Candidates with good academics within Logistics are Supply chain are encouraged to apply but this is not essential.

The successful Logistics and Supply Chain Lead will receive a highly competitive salary and benefits.