Transport Sub-Contraction Manager

Reporting into the Operations Director, this role is a high-profile position within the organisation.

It is a great opportunity for the right person to come in & make a significant impact and really shape this role whilst also playing a fundamental part of the future strategy of this business.

THE ROLE:

Management of 3PL / Transport Sub-Contraction relationships on behalf of the business. Responsibility for significant sub-contraction/3PL spend. Agreement of SLA's with sub-contraction/3PL partners with regular performance reviews. Onboarding of new Transport Sub-contractor partners where appropriate. Ensuring customer requirements are met and revenue generation opportunities are maximised. Maximising gross margin for sub-contracted work whilst still meeting customer delivery requirements. Engagement with high-profile blue-chip B2B customers. This role will be approximately 60% operational & 40% commercial in nature. A role with huge opportunity & autonomy and a business that will allow you to show what you can do. Data analysis - utilising Excel and other systems in order to look at trends, forecasting and providing operational reports where appropriate.

THE PERSON:

Able to engage with internal & external stakeholders across the UK. Transport Sub-Contraction Management or Carrier Management experience - ESSENTIAL Analytical nature - able to understand complex problems and come up with bespoke solutions. Demonstrable Transport/Sub-contraction P&L responsibility. Management CPC holder - DESIRABLE Strong IT systems skills - including Excel (as you will need to produce KPI reports). Able to take ownership and drive for operational excellence. Strong commercial acumen. Able to think beyond the obvious. Keen to leave an impact on this business and grow with it.

ABOUT US:

With over 21 years of expertise in the Logistics/Supply Chain sector - Indigo Search recruit for management, director & executive roles across the UK.