ABOUT US Pivotal London are proud to have partnered with Ancient Brave, a leading wellness brand founded in 2018 by Kate Prince who saw a gap in the market for sustainable products which support women’s health and wellness. From the start Kate wanted the company to be unique, creating innovative formulas with targeted health benefits. The elements of daily ritual and ancestral health are integral to the brand. As a B-Corp, Ancient Brave meets the highest standards of social and environmental Impact. In June 2024 we have been named 5th in The Sunday Times 100 fastest-growing private companies - our brand has developed an incredible following and following investment from Piper, is ready to scale in the UK and internationally. Want to be a part of a team that’s shaping the future of health and wellbeing? We'd love to have you THE ROLE We are looking for an experienced Head of Logistics with a proven track record in international logistics, particularly the seamless movement of goods from the UK into the EU and the US. As the logistics expert within the business, you will own and build out the logistics framework, ensuring it scales with the business. Additionally, you will build, develop and mentor your team, cultivating a high-performance logistics function. Reporting to the Finance Director you will be responsible for: Global Product Movement: Strategise and oversee the efficient movement of products across borders, particularly from the UK into the EU and the US. Ensure compliance with all necessary import/export regulations, with a focus on wellness or consumer food product standards. Product Compliance: Ensure logistics operations align with regulatory compliance for the import and export of wellness products and ingredients. Third Party Logistics (3PL) Management: Manage relationships with 3PL providers, setting and maintaining clear expectations for seamless product movement. This includes managing 3PL operations, establishing effective communication channels with hauliers, defining KPIs, and implementing cost-effectiveness measures. Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with senior management, Marketing, Commercial, and Product Development teams to align logistics and supply chain operations with planned product launches. Process Optimisation: Develop and continuously improve an end-to-end logistics process from supplier to end-user. This includes receiving physical products, managing inventory, and swiftly resolving any issues that arise. New Product Development (NPD): Collaborate with the NPD team to align pipeline availability, ensuring a seamless process from development to market, with a focus on maintaining supply chain efficiency. WHO YOU ARE To be successful in this role, you will need the following skills / knowledge / experience: Proven experience in a senior logistics or supply chain role, preferably within the wellness or consumer food sector. In-depth knowledge of international logistics, with specific working knowledge of EHC certification, the Trade Control and Expert System (TRACES), commodity codes and duties and taxes. Strong understanding of regulatory compliance and quality standards for wellness or food products in key market, including knowledge organic product certification outside of the UK. Experience managing 3PLs, defining KPIs, and implementing cost management initiatives. Ability to build effective cross-functional relationships. A collaborative team player who also excels in independent settings. Demonstrated experience leading, mentoring, and developing logistics teams. Exceptional communicator, able to convey information clearly and concisely. Solution focused with a ‘can-do’ attitude and a strong work ethic. Highly self-motivated with an ability to take initiative and run with it. Known for having a positive outlook and a growth mindset. Entrepreneurial and commercially minded. Able and willing to work in fast paced startup environments that are often full of ambiguity - an ability to effectively prioritise will be key. Passionate about doing greater good and the future we’re building - we expect our team to be supporting our B-Corp and ESG goals while being proactive and mindful in suggesting ideas for the business to improve its practices WHY JOIN US Ancient Brave are a community-built brand and embracing innovation and sustainability with social and environmental responsibility is at the heart of everything we do. We hold ourselves accountable to the highest standards when it comes to our commitment to balance profit and purpose - working with us means being part of building a truly sustainable product. We are B Corp certified and members of 1% for the Planet, committed to giving back % of all sales towards helping environmental partners, so we can work together towards a better future for our planet. At Ancient Brave you’ll find an engaging, collaborative and inclusive work environment where your talents will be nurtured, and your contributions valued. We provide all our team members with suitable laptop computers & headphones and our office is equipped with monitors, ergonomic chairs and sitting standing desks. Our kitchen is fully stocked with the usual supplies as well as limitless supply of AB products (you also get 50% off on any product you wish to purchase). We pay a discretionary bonus based on a mix of company performance and individual contributions and review our salaries annually. Our pension contributions are ESG invested (so no pharma, weapons or other ethically questionable investments). Our Medicash plan offers access to specialist consultations, 24/7 Virtual GP and health screenings as well as dental, optical and complementary therapies and access to confidential support via its EAP programme. Our Mintago platform gives employees access to financial wellbeing advice, as well as retail discounts and salary sacrifice schemes, which cover childcare, cycle to work, gym membership, groceries and mobile/tech purchase. In addition to our regular annual holiday allowance of 25 days plus bank holidays, we also offer one Wellbeing day to use as needed. We offer continuous training & professional development opportunities and our team members get to enjoy complimentary nutrition and workout sessions in the office. We support a number of charities, coordinating our fund-raising initiatives for maximum impact. We hold two social events a year to come together and connect in a meaningful way. An important note on our ways of working… As a fast-paced scale-up, we’ve found that spending time together in person is hugely beneficial to the way we’re needing to communicate, collaborate and drive the business forward. We’ve worked hard to make our office (a beautiful old mill situated in East Sussex) an inviting and friendly environment for all of our team members and we expect any new joiner to be in the office full time. We are an equal-opportunity employer committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace culture. We embrace varied perspectives and encourage creativity that knows no bounds. While most of our roles are advertised as full-time, we are open to discussing part-time setup where appropriate.