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Logistics and Supply Chain Lead

Loom Talent Limited
Posted 3 days ago, valid for 10 days
Location

Lightwater, Surrey GU18 5XQ, England

Contract type

Full Time

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  • Loom Talent is recruiting for a Logistics and Supply Chain Lead for a client based in Woking, a global leader in FMCG.
  • The position offers a hybrid working arrangement with flexible hours and some work-from-home options.
  • Key responsibilities include overseeing scheduling of goods movements, preparing shipping documentation, and managing logistics pricing and customs compliance.
  • Candidates should have a solid understanding of supply chain processes, with experience in UK imports and proficiency in Microsoft Office; ERP experience is a plus.
  • The successful candidate will receive a highly competitive salary, although the specific amount is not disclosed, and a strong academic background in logistics or supply chain is encouraged but not mandatory.

Loom Talent are delighted to be supporting on the recruitment of a Logistics and Supply Chain Lead for a client in Woking.

Our client is a global leader in FMCG. The role will be based from the UK HQ and offers a hybrid working arrangement including flexible hours and some WFH.

In the role of Logistics and Supply Chain lead you will support the UK operation, overseeing the scheduling of movements of goods. Areas of responsibility within the role will include:

  • Preparation and Verification of Shipping Documentation
  • Oversight and Replenishment Planning
  • Logistics Pricing and Cost Optimisation
  • Customs Compliance and Import/Export Coordination
  • Third-Party Logistics (3PL) Engagement
  • Warehouse and Inter-Office Coordination
  • Administrative Support to Commercial and Finance Teams
  • Supply Chain Risk Management
  • Sustainability and Compliance Monitoring
  • KPI Reporting and Continuous Improvement

The ideal candidate is a strong communicator with excellent interpersonal skills and a proactive, problem-solving mindset. A solid understanding of supply chain processes is essential, including thorough knowledge of Incoterms, logistics and warehouse operations, and both national and international shipping regulations. Familiarity with planning techniques and experience handling UK imports are essential. Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel) is required, and experience with ERP systems is an advantage. Candidates with good academics within Logistics are Supply chain are encouraged to apply but this is not essential.

The successful Logistics and Supply Chain Lead will receive a highly competitive salary and benefits.

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In order to submit this application, a Reed account will be created for you. As such, in addition to applying for this job, you will be signed up to all Reed’s services as part of the process. By submitting this application, you agree to Reed’s Terms and Conditions and acknowledge that your personal data will be transferred to Reed and processed by them in accordance with their Privacy Policy.