Systems Analyst - Logistics

Tarmac; Loughborough; Hybrid; GBP 52,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Enhanced holiday entitlement

Contributory pension scheme

Rewards website discounts

Employee Assistance helpline

Employee Communities (REACH)

Training and development opportunities

Job summary

Tarmac is seeking a Systems Analyst - Logistics to join the IT team, delivering innovative logistics solutions. You will bridge business needs and technology, acting as a subject matter expert for logistics applications and processes.

Key responsibilities include leading end-to-end system enhancements, collaborating with stakeholders, and providing second-line support. The role emphasizes ITIL-aligned delivery within a hybrid UK environment.

Qualifications

• Experience as Systems Analyst, Application Analyst or similar role.
• Excellent stakeholder management and problem-solving skills.
• Strong understanding of logistics applications and IT service management (ITIL).
• Experience delivering system enhancements and project-based change.
• Proven ability to translate business requirements into functional solutions.
• Industry knowledge in logistics, transport or supply chain systems is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Act as the Subject Matter Expert for logistics applications and related processes.
• Translate business requirements into functional system solutions.
• Lead end-to-end delivery of system enhancements from design to deployment.
• Provide second-line application support and ensure service delivery against SLAs.
• Investigate incidents, identify root causes and drive continuous improvement.
• Collaborate with vendors and internal teams to maintain high-performing services.
• Support change management, governance and internal control processes.
• Drive innovation across future logistics system capabilities.

Skills

Systems Analyst

Stakeholder management

Logistics knowledge

Problem solving

Communication skills

Tools

SAP SD

AMCS Fleet Planner

Axian VAS

Job description

Requisition ID529984-Posted10/20/2026-UK & Ireland-Tarmac-Full Time-Information Technology-United Kingdom-Leicestershire

CRH is a global leader in building materials solutions, and Tarmac is a leading sustainable building materials and construction solutions business in the UK

Systems Analyst - Logistics

Location: Mountsorrel/Hybrid
Company: Tarmac

Shape the Future of Logistics Technology at Tarmac

Are you a systems expert with a passion for turning business challenges into smart technology solutions? Do you have experience with SAP Sales & Distribution and enjoy working at the heart of business-critical logistics operations?

At Tarmac, we're looking for a Systems Analyst - Logistics to join our IT team and play a pivotal role in delivering innovative solutions that keep our logistics network moving efficiently.

This is an exciting opportunity to work across a range of business transformation projects, enhancements, and operational support activities while acting as a trusted subject matter expert for key logistics applications.

What You’ll Be Doing

As a Systems Analyst, you’ll bridge the gap between business needs and technical solutions, ensuring our logistics systems continue to deliver maximum value.

Key responsibilities include:

• Acting as the Subject Matter Expert for logistics applications and associated business processes
• Collaborating with stakeholders to understand requirements and translate them into functional solutions
• Leading the end-to-end delivery of system enhancements and project work, from design and build through testing, UAT and deployment
• Providing expert second-line application support and ensuring service delivery against agreed SLAs
• Investigating incidents, identifying root causes and driving resolution and continuous improvement activities
• Working closely with third-party vendors and internal teams to maintain high-performing services
• Supporting change management, compliance, governance and internal control processes
• Driving innovation and helping shape future logistics systems capabilities across the business

What We’re Looking For

We’re seeking someone who combines strong technical expertise with excellent stakeholder management and problem-solving skills.

• Proven experience in a Systems Analyst, Application Analyst or similar role
• Strong experience with SAP Sales & Distribution (SAP SD) - essential
• Ability to translate business requirements into effective system solutions
• Experience delivering system enhancements and project-based change
• Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills
• Excellent communication skills with both technical and non-technical audiences
• Process mapping and documentation expertise
• Understanding of IT service management principles and ITIL practices

Highly Desirable

• Experience with AMCS Fleet Planner
• Experience with Axian VAS
• Logistics, transport or supply chain systems experience
• Relevant software vendor accreditations
• ITIL certification

Why Join Tarmac?

At Tarmac, you'll have the opportunity to work on business-critical systems that directly support one of the UK's leading construction materials businesses. You'll join a collaborative team where innovation, continuous improvement and professional development are encouraged and rewarded.

If you're ready to use your systems expertise to make a real impact across a complex logistics environment, we'd love to hear from you.

Why Tarmac

We don't just offer a job, we offer a career.

Alongside this role, you'll have access to industry-leading rewards, development opportunities, and a culture that puts people first, including:

• Enhanced holiday entitlement
• Contributory pension scheme
• Access to the Tarmac Reward website with discounts on retailers, holidays, etc.
• Access to our Employee Assistance helpline for free and confidential advice
• Access to join our Employee Communities (employee networks) we currently have nine communities inc.(REACH) Religious, Ethnic, Cultural Heritage, LGBTQ+, Parents & carers, Ability, Wellbeing, Female voice and menopause
• Training and development opportunities

Tarmac is committed to being a Forces -friendly employer. If you're coming from a military background, we'll support your transition and help you build a successful career with us.

We're proud to be part of CRH, and even prouder to be an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for everyone. If you need any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, just let us know, we're here to support you.