Logistics Director

MacGregor Black; Greater London; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

MacGregor Black partners with an FMCG business in London to appoint a Logistics Director. This senior role will lead nationwide logistics, including transport, fleet, and 3PL partners, to drive service levels and efficiency.

You will shape end-to-end supply chain strategy, manage significant budgets, develop a high-performing team across multiple sites, and ensure UK regulatory compliance while delivering store availability.

Qualifications

• Experience in senior logistics leadership within large-scale UK retail or FMCG.
• Proven track record managing both in-house fleets and 3PL providers.
• Strong knowledge of national DC operations and multi-site networks.
• Excellent financial acumen with experience managing large budgets.
• Data-driven with experience using logistics systems and KPIs.
• Ability to operate at strategic and operational levels.
• Knowledge of UK transport regulations and compliance.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage all logistics operations, including transport, fleet (in-house and 3PL), and national distribution centres.
• Develop and execute logistics strategies aligned with growth and service objectives.
• Oversee 3PL partner performance, cost control, and contractual compliance.
• Optimise distribution network efficiency including routing and warehousing.
• Drive continuous improvement leveraging data and technology across logistics.
• Ensure high service levels across a large retail network and stores.
• Manage logistics budgets, controls, and financial performance.
• Lead, develop, and inspire a logistics team across multiple locations.
• Ensure compliance with UK transport, health & safety, and regulatory requirements.

Skills

Logistics leadership

Fleet management

3PL management

Budgeting

Data analytics

Cross-functional collaboration

UK regulations

Distribution networks

Job description

Are you an experienced logistics leader within grocery retail or wholesale?

Do you have a proven track record of developing robust supply chain operations to be best in class?

Are you skilled in creating capability and capacity to a distribtion network?

MacGregor Black is partnering with an FMCG business on the search for a Logistics Director. This is a perm role based in London.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage all logistics operations, including transport, fleet (in-house and 3PL), and national distribution centres
• Develop and execute logistics strategies aligned with business growth and customer service objectives
• Oversee relationships and performance of 3PL partners, ensuring service levels, cost control, and contractual compliance
• Optimise distribution network efficiency, including routing, warehousing, and last-mile delivery
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives across logistics operations, leveraging data and technology
• Ensure high levels of service delivery to stores across a large retail network, maintaining availability and timeliness
• Manage logistics budgets, cost controls, and financial performance, identifying opportunities for savings and efficiency
• Lead, develop, and inspire a high-performing logistics team across multiple locations
• Ensure compliance with all UK transport, health & safety, and regulatory requirements
• Collaborate cross-functionally with retail, supply chain, merchandising, and e-commerce teams

What We're Looking For:

• Proven experience in a senior logistics leadership role within a large-scale UK retail environment
• Demonstrable experience managing both in-house fleet operations and 3PL providers
• Strong understanding of national distribution centre operations and multi-site logistics networks
• Track record of servicing a large and complex retail store network
• Excellent commercial and financial acumen, with experience managing significant budgets
• Strong leadership and stakeholder management skills
• Data-driven mindset with experience using logistics systems and performance metrics
• Ability to operate at both strategic and operational levels
• Knowledge of UK logistics regulations and compliance requirements