Logistics Director

Ref: 609783

Warrington, Cheshire

£150,000

• Permanent
• Strategic & Operational Leadership
• Transport & Fleet Management
• Regulatory & Legal Compliance

About the candidate

A seasoned senior business leader with over three decades of experience across various sectors, the candidate excels in logistics and operations encompassing E-commerce, Contract Logistics, Drinks, and General Haulage. They have a distinguished track record of spearheading strategic change initiatives, driving business growth, managing substantial operational teams, and overseeing multi-million-pound budgets. Recognised for their forward-thinking and person-centric leadership style, the candidate seamlessly bridges the gap between operational excellence and strategic business objectives, fostering an environment of collaboration and innovation.

What makes them great?

• Efficiency Enhancer: Delivered over £2.5 million in annual backhaul growth through targeted network optimisation, demonstrating an acute ability to boost efficiency and reduce costs significantly.
• Operational Excellence: Achieved a 98% on-time delivery performance, showcasing robust operational control and high service standards.
• Change Management: Effective at implementing strategic change initiatives that have led to measurable improvements in profitability, efficiency, and compliance.

Areas of expertise

• Strategic & Operational Leadership: Proficient in steering large-scale operations and team management, ensuring optimal performance and alignment with core business objectives.
• Transport & Fleet Management: Expertise in managing extensive fleet operations, adept at optimising routes and operations to enhance efficiency and sustainability.
• Regulatory & Legal Compliance: Vigilant in maintaining stringent compliance with industry laws and regulations, safeguarding company integrity and standards.