Logistics Business Partner

PZ Cussons; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

PZ Cussons is seeking a Logistics Business Partner at their UK head office. This role focuses on managing import/export operations, leading a team, and improving supply chain efficiencies. The ideal candidate will have relevant experience and the ability to navigate complex logistics challenges while ensuring compliance with industry standards.

Qualifications

• Experience in logistics or supply chain management.
• Ability to share knowledge and advise effectively.
• Strong skills in stakeholder engagement and managing conflicting priorities.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team for cost-effective import and export operations.
• Communicate logistics updates and manage important supplier relationships.
• Identify and implement margin improvements in logistics.

Skills

Communication

Strategic Thinking

Market Awareness

Workload Management

Education

Relevant technical or vocational qualification

Job description

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Client:

PZ Cussons

Location:

pz cussons uk, head office, United Kingdom

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Yes

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Posted:

02.06.2025

Expiry Date:

17.07.2025

Job Description:

We are PZ Cussons. Our purpose is For everyone, for life, for good. Sustainability and the wellbeing of people, families, and communities everywhere are at the heart of everything that we do.

Since our founding in 1884, we have been creating products to delight, care for, and nourish consumers. Our core categories include Hygiene, Baby, and Beauty, with trusted brands such as Carex, Cussons Baby, Sanctuary Spa, and St. Tropez.

Job Purpose:

Accountabilities:

• Lead a team responsible for delivering cost-effective and timely import and export operations.
• Develop the team to be industry experts.
• Identify opportunities and implement margin improvement initiatives by reviewing load optimisation, freight costs, and other logistics opportunities.
• Verify and challenge invoices and costs with logistics providers like Great Bear, Dachser, and others.
• Assist other business areas with VAT, legal, and customs paperwork queries related to product movement.
• Manage the Dachser 3PL relationship and contract.
• Serve as a key supply chain partner for the IGM business unit, building positive relationships with colleagues and external stakeholders.
• Communicate logistics updates effectively across the business, including timings, new setups, legislation, and paperwork requirements.
• Support and cover for the Senior Logistics Manager.
• Plan ahead for weeks to months to ensure objectives align with commercial needs.
• Manage or assist with small projects, ensuring delivery in line with objectives.
• Ensure compliance with standards, policies, regulations, and manage risks, escalating when necessary.
• Identify opportunities for continuous improvement in the supply chain.
• Stay updated on regulations, policies, and procedures, ensuring compliance.

Knowledge, Skills, and Experience:

• Relevant technical or vocational qualification or equivalent work experience, with ability to share knowledge and advise.
• Market awareness relevant to the specific area of business.
• Strong communication skills for effective stakeholder engagement.
• Strategic thinking to identify and mitigate risks and leverage opportunities.
• Ability to manage and plan workload effectively, handling conflicting priorities.