Logistics Director

DMA Group S.r.l.; England; In loco; GBP 90.000 - 150.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

DMA Group S.r.l. is seeking a Logistics Director to lead all logistics and transport operations from a South of England base. The role involves setting strategy, managing a mixed fleet, and ensuring regulatory compliance while driving efficiency and carbon reductions.

Reporting to board level, you will oversee inbound freight, warehousing, distribution, and 3PL/haulier contracts; build a high-performing, cross-functional team across multiple sites and partner functions.

Competenze

• At least 5 years in a senior leadership role running truck and fleet operations.
• In-depth knowledge of HGV/LGV operations and road transport regulations.
• Experience with TMS and WMS systems and data-driven decision making.
• Track record of delivering cost savings and improved service at scale.

Mansioni

• Set and deliver the logistics and transport strategy in line with the wider business plan.
• Lead a mixed HGV and LGV fleet, including maintenance scheduling and compliance.
• Ensure full compliance with drivers’ hours, tachograph rules, roadworthiness and O Licence requirements.
• Improve fleet utilisation, fuel use, routing, load planning and carbon performance.
• Oversee inbound freight, warehousing and outbound distribution.
• Negotiate and manage contracts with 3PLs and hauliers.
• Lead and develop a multi-site logistics team, working closely with Sales, Procurement, Finance and Customer Service.
• Lead the move towards a lower-emission fleet and the carbon reduction plans.
• Report KPIs and performance to the executive team and manage the departmental budget.

Conoscenze

Senior leadership

Fleet management

Data-driven decisions

Contract negotiation

Budget / P&L ownership

Cross-functional leadership

Formazione

Degree in Logistics, Supply Chain, Business

CPC in Road Haulage

CILT membership / postgraduate in Supply Chain

Strumenti

TMS

WMS

Descrizione del lavoro

Logistics Director

Location: South of England (office based, with travel to operational sites)

Salary: Competitive, plus benefits

Reporting to: Board level

Our client is a successful business in the environmental services sector, and they are looking for a Logistics Director to lead all of their logistics and transport operations.

The role

• Set and deliver the logistics and transport strategy in line with the wider business plan


• Lead a mixed HGV and LGV fleet, including maintenance scheduling and compliance


• Ensure full compliance with drivers’ hours, tachograph rules, roadworthiness and O Licence requirements


• Improve fleet utilisation, fuel use, routing, load planning and carbon performance


• Oversee inbound freight, warehousing and outbound distribution


• Negotiate and manage contracts with 3PLs and hauliers


• Lead and develop a multi-site logistics team, working closely with Sales, Procurement, Finance and Customer Service


• Lead the move towards a lower-emission fleet and the carbon reduction plans


• Report KPIs and performance to the executive team and manage the departmental budget

What you will bring

• At least 5 years in a senior leadership role running truck and fleet operations


• In-depth knowledge of HGV/LGV operations and road transport regulations


• Experience with TMS and WMS systems, and confident decision making based on data


• A track record of delivering cost savings and better service at scale


• Experience leading multi-site operations and large cross-functional teams


• Budget or P&L ownership


• Experience in waste, industrial or similar sectors, or with telematics, would be an advantage

Qualifications

• Degree in Logistics, Supply Chain, Business or equivalent experience


• CPC in Road Haulage


• CILT membership or a postgraduate qualification in Supply Chain or Operations would be an advantage