Logistics Manager - 12 month fixed term contract

Alliance Pharmaceuticals Limited; Chippenham; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Logistics Manager for a dynamic role in a hybrid working environment. This position involves overseeing third-party logistics and inventory functions, managing a team, and driving efficiency initiatives. The successful candidate will play a crucial role in shaping the logistics strategy while ensuring compliance with regulations. With a focus on consumer healthcare, this forward-thinking company offers a competitive salary and a range of benefits, including generous holiday allowance and wellbeing programs. Join a team that values innovation and supports personal growth.

Benefits

25 days holiday plus additional days

Pension scheme

Life assurance

Wellbeing programs

Employee recognition scheme

Employee referral scheme

Flexible working options

Cycle to work scheme

Electric vehicle scheme

Family friendly policies

Qualifications

• Experience in managing 3PL and 4PL logistics in a healthcare context.
• Strong skills in team development and strategic logistics management.

Responsibilities

• Manage logistics budget and third-party service contracts.
• Develop logistics strategy and ensure compliance with regulations.

Skills

3rd party logistics management

Team management

Communication skills

Microsoft Dynamics 365

Strategic planning

Education

Degree in Logistics or Supply Chain Management

Relevant certifications (e.g., APICS, CILT)

Tools

Microsoft Dynamics 365

Job description

Alliance is looking for a Logistics Manager for a 12-month fixed term contract to cover maternity commencing May/June 2025.

As the Logistics Manager you will manage and run the 3PL and 4PL Logistics and Inventory function servicing the UK, EMEA & where applicable global businesses and contribute to meeting company-wide supply chain performance and strategy objectives.

You will manage a direct team of five people and be based at our UK headquarters in Chippenham two days a week on a hybrid full time (37.5 hours a week) fixed term contract basis.

Alliance is seeking a Logistics Manager who has experience with

• 3rd party logistics contractors, ideally from a consumer healthcare, pharma or FMCG background.
• Strategically managing and developing a team with strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Driving new initiatives and efficiencies within a global logistics function
• Navigating the logistics function successfully through a period of exciting transformation.
• Microsoft Dynamics 365.

The key responsibilities for the Logistics Manager at Alliance will be to

• Define & evolve future global logistics strategy, managing the logistics budget effectively
• Manage all third-party logistics service partners contracts: Alloga UK; Alloga FR, RHL US; CEVA; Kuehne & Nagel; Gefco; & others as relevant.
• Manage and develop the Logistics & Stock Control teams which comprises of five people, all based in the UK.
• Identify, implement and manage all logistics & inventory activities and opportunities including KPIs, continuous improvement and cost optimisation projects, as well as due diligence & integration support for new acquisitions.
• Manage & co-ordinate all stock control and reconciliation activity.
• Represent logistics requirements on other company projects as required, e.g. ERP development.
• Develop global logistics activities to ensure operation within the framework of Good Distribution Practice regulations.
• Provide global logistics expertise for both daily operations & special projects (new product or market launches etc) across the wider Alliance business.
• Ensure all logistics operations comply with local, national, and international regulations, including transportation laws, customs, and trade compliance.
• Stay updated on regulatory changes and implement necessary updates to policies and procedures.
• Monitor and enforce compliance with health, safety, and environmental standards throughout the supply chain.

Alliance offers great benefits including

• Competitive salary
• 25 days holiday + one celebration day + one volunteering day (plus 8 bank holidays)
• Pension – doubled up to max 10% (EG - employee contribution 5% company contribution 10%)
• Life assurance – 4 x salary
• Wellbeing – free flu vaccine and e-voucher eye care scheme, employee assistance programme which incorporates perks at work (retailer and gym membership discounts), Health cash plan and Private medical cover free for the employee, with the option to add a partner, and children to up to the age of 24 in full time education.
• Lifestyle options include cycle to work, electric vehicle scheme, agile working, and family friendly policies
• Global employee recognition scheme
• Employee referral scheme

Alliance plc (AIM: APH) is a growing consumer healthcare company. Alliance’s purpose is to empower people to make a positive difference to their health and wellbeing by making their trusted and proven brands available around the world.

Alliance delivers organic growth through investing in priority brands and channels, in related innovation, and through selective geographic expansion, to increase the reach of their brands. Alliance enhances its organic growth through selective, complementary acquisitions and has a strong track record in this area.

Headquartered in Chippenham, UK, the Group employs around 290 people based in locations across Europe, North America, and the Asia Pacific region. Alliance is a Great Place to Work in all locations where eligible, with consistently high levels of engagement and strong results.

Over the last year, Alliance has sharpened its purpose, vision and strategy to align with the stated move towards a predominantly consumer healthcare company, to better position the company for the future, and in response to changing underlying market dynamics. In line with this new strategy, Alliance will focus on the global priority categories of helping damaged skin and supporting healthy aging.

The vision is to be a high performing consumer healthcare company, built on a portfolio of leading, trusted and proven brands. Consumer health products currently deliver 75% of Alliance sales and this continues to be an area of focus going forward. The company is a leader in its field, has a proven track record of delivering on their claims and strives to build their brands with a strong point of difference. By outsourcing their manufacturing and logistics, Alliance remains asset-light and focused on maximizing the value they can bring, both to stakeholders and to brands.

For more information: https://www.alliancepharmaceuticals.com/