Logistics Manager

Are you an experienced Logistics Manager? Do you have experience with managing hauliers? This Regional Logistics Category Manager role, spans the South of England and is focused on commercial ownership and performance of a large outsourced transport network. You will lead the end-to-end management of Tier 2 and Tier 3 logistics providers (3PLs and hauliers) across your region - with full accountability for supplier selection, contracting, rate negotiation, and ongoing performance.Working across a diverse supplier base of hauliers, you''ll act as the regional owner of logistics spend, optimising cost, capacity, and service through effective supplier portfolio management.Role: Regional Logistics ManagerLocation: Hybrid working - mix of regional hub office, site visits and home working. Typically 2 days office, 1-2 days sites/hauliers, remainder flexible.Shift: Monday - Friday, 8.30am - 5pm Salary: £50-70kResponsibilities: Owning the full commercial life cycle of Tier 2 and Tier 3 logistics providers, including onboarding, contracting, rate negotiation, and exit decisionsManaging a regional 3PL / haulier portfolio, ensuring the right balance of cost, service, and capacityLeading rate negotiations and cost modelling, using market insight and data to secure best valueDriving cost optimisation initiatives such as best cost carrier allocation, backhaul utilisation, and supplier mix strategyMonitoring and improving supplier performance through structured reviews and KPI ..... full job details .....