The job involves shaping and driving the strategy for our client, a leading 3PL company in the transport and distribution industry, with a strong focus on the FMCG sector. The successful candidate will oversee the Business Unit, develop sales strategy, ensure efficient operations, and implement strategic plans for business performance improvement. They will manage relationships with key stakeholders, lead a team of logistics professionals, ensure compliance with regulations, drive continuous improvement, manage the budget, and oversee risk management within the department.
The ideal candidate should have experience in commercial leadership within a logistics/3PL environment, strong leadership experience in transport and distribution, an excellent external network for revenue streams, team leadership skills, compliance knowledge, and stakeholder management abilities. The role offers an industry-leading salary and package, the opportunity to run a stand-alone Business Unit in the UK logistics market, lead a dynamic team, and make a strategic impact in a leadership role within a major player in the transport and distribution industry.