Transport Logistics Team Leader

Mardix Ltd.; Kendal; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work options

Travel opportunities

Employee assistance programme

Job summary

Mardix Ltd. is seeking a Transport Logistics Team Leader in Kendal, UK. You will oversee transport operations, manage storage and delivery of goods, and coordinate with suppliers, carriers, and internal teams to optimise the supply chain and ensure compliance.

You will lead day-to-day activities, monitor performance, and drive improvements in cost, scheduling and on-time delivery across multiple UK facilities.

Qualifications

• Experience leading logistics, transportation, or distribution operations.
• Strong understanding of road freight and multimodal transportation.
• Knowledge of import/export processes, customs requirements, and international shipping regulations.
• Familiarity with trade compliance principles and Incoterms.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and ERP systems (SAP S/4HANA).
• Strong analytical mindset with numerical and problem-solving capabilities.
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Effective communication, stakeholder management, and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
• Proven ability to manage operational challenges and drive process improvements.

Responsibilities

• Oversee transport operations across UK facilities and ensure timely delivery.
• Monitor KPIs, manage supplier performance and implement efficiency improvements.
• Organise regular business reviews with transport suppliers.
• Ensure SOPs are in place for all transport providers and adherence is tracked.
• Maintain daily track-and-trace of shipments and uphold data integrity.
• Resolve delays and 100% POD-related issues; escalate as needed.
• Monitor freight costs and manage monthly/quarterly/yearly P&L.
• Forecast freight costs and liaise with finance on cost vs. quotes.
• Audit freight invoices and allocate costs accurately.
• Collaborate with Planning, Production, Project Managers, Sales and Finance.
• Drive continuous process improvements and adapt to changing priorities.
• Prepare weekly/monthly reports as directed by management.

Skills

Logistics leadership

Road freight knowledge

Import/Export processes

Incoterms

ERP systems (SAP S/4HANA)

MS Office

Analytical mindset

Attention to detail

Stakeholder management

Independent & collaborative work

Tools

SAP S/4HANA

MS Excel

TMS/Freight systems

Job description

Job Summary

Flex intends to spin off its Cloud and Power Infrastructure segment into a new, independent publicly traded company, Axiom, with the spin planned for Q1 2027. If the intended spin occurs, this role will support Axiom, a company focused on critical digital infrastructure and delivering end-to-end power and thermal management solutions for AI data centers and other mission-critical applications.

To support our extraordinary teams who build great products and contribute to our growth, we’re looking to add a Transport Logistics Team Leader located in Kendal, UK.

Reporting to the EMEA Customs Manager, the Transport Logistics Team Leader role involves overseeing transport operations, managing the storage, shipping and delivery of finished goods or materials safely, accurately and on time for several facilities in the UK. Manage and liaise with suppliers, carriers, warehouse managers, production and Project Managers, to optimise supply chain performance from a cost, scheduling and on time delivery in line with Anord Mardix and Flex compliance and ethics standards.

What a typical day looks like:

• Performance Monitoring of Suppliers – Monitoring delivery times and transport costs, tracking KPIs and implementing improvements and efficiencies to ensure smooth transport flows
• Organise regular business reviews with the transport suppliers
• Ensure SOP’s (work instructions) are in place for all transport suppliers
• Operational Oversight – Prioritise and manage day-to-day activities, including transport operations, ensuring safe and efficient handling, storage and timely dispatch and delivery of goods, ensuring any potential delays are escalated early
• Manage the transport operation within the area of responsibility through daily track and trace of all shipments and maintain comprehensive shipment data
• Resolve and measure on time delivery issues and queries to ensure 100% POD performance
• Ensure that all queries and exceptions are dealt with effectively and promptly
• Produce weekly/month reports as directed by management
• Implement and maintain high quality service levels to new and existing customers/transport lanes
• Manage freight cost and freight P+L – Monthly/quarterly/annually
• Responsible for freight cost forecasting for FOL
• Manage the freight bill and audit, cost allocation and payment process of transport invoices
• In conjunction with finance manage freight cost versus quote at the program level and drive improvement
• Manage and measure special costs associated with non-standard transport requirements
• Liaising with transport teams, suppliers/vendors and internal departments, such as Planning, Production, Project Managers, Sales and Finance

The experience we’re looking to add to our team:

• Experience leading logistics, transportation, or distribution operations.
• Strong understanding of road freight and multimodal transportation.
• Knowledge of import/export processes, customs requirements, and international shipping regulations.
• Familiarity with trade compliance principles and Incoterms.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and ERP systems (e.g., SAP S/4HANA).
• Strong analytical mindset with solid numerical and problem-solving capabilities.
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Effective communication, stakeholder management, and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
• Proven ability to manage operational challenges, adapt to changing priorities, and drive continuous process improvements.

What you’ll receive for the great work you provide:

• An environment where you will feel fulfilled by your work, valued for your contribution, and celebrated for your success;
• A competitive salary and benefits package which includes: A merit-based annual pay reviewEnhanced annual leaveEmployee recognition scheme and long service awardsReferral bonusVolunteer daysGroup Life Insurance, including a death in service payment and access to a virtual GP service 24/7 365 days a yearSick pay schemeCycle to Work schemeEnhanced maternity/paternity leave
• Flexible/Hybrid Work based on your Job Function
• Travel opportunities (role dependent)
• Support in your well-being by access toEmployee Assistance Programme offering free access to qualified counsellors and expert adviceOn-site trained Mental Health First Aiders
• Access to various discount programs (including food, activities, gym memberships etc.)

BB97

Job Category

Global Procurement & Supply Chain

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