Head of Logistics - Global Expansion

Lincoln
Logistics & Customer Services
Permanent
£65k - 80k per year
Holly Pattison
Holly@pod-talent.com
JOB-6814
01-Jan-2025

Location - Lincoln - In office (occasional travel to site). 
Salary -
£65,000 - £80,000 (+ bonus) 
Head of Logistics – Shape the Future of Global E-commerce Logistics

Join a fast-paced and growing SME at the forefront of the global parts and components industry, shipping to over 80 countries. This is a unique opportunity to lead multi-warehouse operations, drive international shipping efficiency, and scale logistics processes to support ambitious e-commerce growth plans.

Key Responsibilities for the Head of Logistics -

  • Lead and align warehouse teams to deliver consistent, high-quality service.
  • Oversee inventory management to ensure optimal stock levels are maintained.
  • Develop and implement international shipping processes, including DDP Incoterms.
  • Navigate VAT and customs complexities for UK-EU and global trade compliance.
  • Build and train a high-performing logistics team to support daily operations.
  • Collaborate with e-commerce and finance teams to create seamless customer experiences.
  • Design and optimise a supply chain framework to support scalability.
  • Monitor logistics KPIs and drive continuous improvement in cost, efficiency, and customer satisfaction.

Key Experience and Qualifications required for the Head of Logistics -

  • Proven leadership experience in logistics or supply chain management, with at least 5 years in a senior role.
  • Deep expertise in international shipping, particularly DDP Incoterms.
  • Strong knowledge of VAT and customs regulations for UK-EU trade.
  • Experience designing and managing complex supply chains.
  • Familiarity with integrating logistics into e-commerce platforms.
  • A process-driven mindset with a track record of operational efficiency improvements.
  • Exceptional team-building, communication, and strategic problem-solving skills.

If you have vast global logistics expertise, enjoy working within scale-up businesses and you're ready to make an impact, this is your chance to lead logistics for a company revolutionising its industry. Apply here or send your CV to holly@pod-talent.com.

Holly Pattison

Principal Consultant - UK Logistics

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