Logistics Carrier Manager

Indigo Search Ltd ,
Nottingham, Nottinghamshire
Salary: £40000 - £45000 per annum + Benefits

Overview

Reporting into the Operations Director, this role is a high-profile position within the organisation. It is a great opportunity for the right person to come in & make a significant impact and really shape this role whilst also playing a fundamental part of the future strategy of this business. THE ROLE: Carrier Management of Parcel Carriers, 4PL businesses and Couriers across the UK (predominantly). Responsibility for significant carrier/3PL spend. Agreement of SLA's with carrier/3PL partners with regular performance reviews. Onboarding of new carrier/3PL partners where appropriate. Engagement with high-profile blue-chip B2B customers. This role will be approximately 70% operational & 30% commercial in nature. A role with huge opportunity & autonomy and a boss that will allow you to show what you can do. Devise & support the implementation of new operational strategies across the UK, Europe & beyond. Data analysis - utilising Excel and other systems in order to look at trends, forecasting and providing operational reports where appropriate. THE PERSON: Able to engage with internal & external stakeholders across the UK & beyond. Analytical nature - able to understand complex problems and come up with bespoke solutions. Carrier Management or 4PL Management experience is extremely advantageous. Demonstrable Carrier/4PL/Sub-contraction P&L responsibility. Strong IT systems skills - including Excel (need to be comfortable with VLookUps, Pivot Tables & Formulas) Able to take ownership and drive for operational excellence. Strong commercial acumen. Able to think beyond the obvious. Keen to leave an impact on this business and grow with it. ABOUT US: With over 16 years expertise in the Logistics/Supply Chain sector - Indigo Search recruit for management, director & executive roles across the UK. Our website address is - www.indigosearch.co.uk For more live & up to the minute updates please follow us on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/indigosearch