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Role: Head of Carrier Management (UK & Europe)
Location: Romsey, Hampshire (SO51)
Salary: £50,000 - £55,000 + Company Car Allowance, Bonus & Benefits
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a strategic and commercially minded Head of Carrier Management to join a market-leading 3PL logistics provider.
The Role
This is a pivotal leadership role responsible for overseeing all group transport activity across the UK and Europe, ensuring the delivery of efficient, cost-effective and customer-centric solutions.
Reporting to the UK Operations Director, this role works across an outsourced c. £5m annual transport spend, this person will make key financial, SLA and environmental improvements for both the employer (3PL) and its customers.
This role operates on a hybrid working pattern, with an average expectation of 3 days on site (Romsey area), and 2 days working from home.
Key Responsibilities:
* Lead the end-to-end carrier management strategy across the UK and European regions.
* Negotiate and manage contracts with hauliers, subcontractors and carriers to ensure service excellence and commercial value.
* Build and maintain strong working relationships with key logistics partners and internal stakeholders.
* Provide oversight of all transport activity, ensuring operational performance, service levels, compliance and cost targets are consistently met.
* Manage and develop a small team (2-3 direct reports) covering transport analysis, proof of delivery (POD) compliance and day-to-day customer support.
* Drive continuous improvement initiatives across the transport network to enhance service, reduce cost, and improve reporting.
* Work closely with the wider logistics, supply chain and commercial functions to align transport activity with customer expectations and business growth.
* Commutable to the Romsey, Hampshire area for c. 3 days per week.
The Candidate
The successful candidate for the Head of Carrier Management opportunity will have the following skills and experiences:
* A Logistics Distribution and Supply Chain Background - Essential.
* 5+ Years proven experience in a senior carrier / sub-contract management role within a 3PL or logistics-led environment - Essential.
* Past experience managing a small logistics focused team - Essential.
* Strong understanding of UK & European haulage, subcontractor networks and carrier performance management - Essential.
* Commercially astute with excellent negotiation, influencing and contract management skills - Essential.
* A background within operational transport - Advantageous.
* Comfortable operating at both a strategic and operational level - Essential.
* Confident leader with a passion for developing teams and improving performance - Essential.
* Data-driven mindset with strong analytical and reporting capability - Essential.
The Package
* Salary - £50,000 to £55,000 (DOE).
* Company Bonus.
* 25 + 8 Holidays.
* Company Pension Scheme.
* Plus, additional company benefits.
This is an excellent opportunity for a logistics leader who thrives in a fast-paced, customer-focused environment and wants to make a tangible impact in a growing business.
To express interest or find out more, please get in touch.
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