Head of Transportation - Frimley, United Kingdom - BAE Systems

BAE Systems

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Frimley, United Kingdom

2 weeks ago

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Tom O´Connor

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Description

Job Title:
Head of Transportation & Logistics UK

Location:
UK nationwide.

We offer a range of hybrid and flexible working arrangements - please speak to your recruiter about the options for this particular role.

Salary:
£100k + depending on skills and experience plus executive level benefits including car allowance and bonus

Referral Scheme Bonus:
£1,000

Grade:
GG15

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What you'll be doing:

Lead strategic projects to enhance transportation and logistics performance
Identify and manage improvement projects, build relationships with partners, and oversee overall capability and performance
Manage thirdparty logistics relationships, ensuring service levels are met
Responsible for inhouse or outsourced teams handling various logistics services
Implement sustainable practices for optimal efficiency and reduced carbon emissions across the region
Drive operational efficiencies and improve endtoend logistics solutions
Ensure compliance with import and export regulations
Build strong internal relationships, emphasizing Transportation & Logistics within the entire supply chain
Collaborate closely with Global Supply Chain functions to align transportation and logistics strategies
Work within the senior leadership team and advocate for the Supply Chain Function
Clearly communicate team contributions to IBP, functional, and strategic frameworks
Champion the highest Health & Safety standards in the warehousing environment, promoting safety behaviors within the team

Your skills and experiences:

Preferred Degree qualified or similar role with 10+ years' Leadership experience; ideally with global exposure
Knowledge of various transportation modes and regulations (road, rail, air, sea)
Proven track record in managing people and complex projects
Expertise in budget management, cost analysis, and identifying improvement opportunities
Indepth knowledge of transportation regulations, compliance, and best practices
High competence in key supply chain areas, including logistics, routing, scheduling, and import/export controls
Familiarity with ERP systems, stocktaking processes, and Government Furnished Equipment (GFE) management
Experience in implementing transportation management systems (TMS) and relevant technologies
Demonstrated experience in organizational change management

Benefits:

You'll receive benefits including a competitive pension scheme, enhanced annual leave allowance and a Company contributed Share Incentive Plan.

You'll also have access to additional benefits such as flexible working, an employee assistance programme, Cycle2work and employee discounts - you may also be eligible for an annual incentive.

The Transportation and Logistics team:

The Head of Transportation & Logistics is a senior strategic leadership role and is pivotal in developing and executing strategic cross-sector transportation & logistics initiatives across UK PLC, to support and ensure the overall efficiency and effectiveness of end to end supply chain.

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Why BAE Systems?

Closing Date:7th March 2024***LI-SC1