Head of Carrier Management
Posted 2 days ago
- Romsey, Hampshire
- Any
- External
- Expires In 3 months
Role: Head of Carrier Management (UK & Europe)
Company: Leading 3PL Logistics Provider
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 Car Allowance.
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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Company: Leading 3PL Logistics Provider
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 Car Allowance.
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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