Job Title: Regional Procurement Buyer - Logistics Salary: £40,000 to £45,000 + 10% Bonus Location: Chiswick Hybrid Working: 3 days in the office, 2 days working from home Role Purpose As a Regional Procurement Buyer with a focus on logistics , you will lead and manage procurement activities for the UK&I region, ensuring the smooth and efficient movement of goods and services within the supply chain. This role is crucial for driving cost optimisation, fostering a sustainable and resilient supplier base, and aligning logistics procurement strategies with wider business objectives. Reporting to the Procurement Head for the UK&I, you will be instrumental in ensuring supply continuity, achieving cost savings, and championing innovation within logistics operations. Key Responsibilities Strategic Responsibilities Develop and own the sourcing strategy for logistics , ensuring a resilient and adaptable supply chain that supports uninterrupted business operations. Build strong relationships with logistics providers to secure reliable, cost-effective, and sustainable solutions for transportation, warehousing, and distribution. Understand and embed the broader category strategy into regional logistics operations, prioritising key deliverables such as cost reduction , efficiency improvements , and sustainability goals . Drive Supplier Relationship Management (SRM) by developing partnerships with key logistics suppliers, negotiating terms, and monitoring performance to deliver value across the supply chain. Collaborate across departments—including manufacturing, supply chain, and R&D —to deliver regional logistics projects that enhance productivity and ensure supply continuity. Implement strategic logistics projects, such as optimising freight management, improving warehousing efficiency, or introducing innovative transportation solutions. Support supplier segmentation and manage logistics providers operating locally, ensuring alignment with regional and global procurement standards. Operational Responsibilities Gather and define logistics requirements, including service levels, KPIs, and scope of work , in partnership with stakeholders. Oversee the end-to-end procurement process for logistics contracts, from initial scoping to negotiation and finalisation. Ensure all logistics contracts meet compliance standards and deliver optimal value through thorough negotiation and collaboration with legal teams. Conduct due diligence, including financial assessments of logistics providers. Present logistics sourcing strategies and progress updates to stakeholders, ensuring alignment with broader business objectives. Proactively address supplier performance issues, acting as the key liaison between internal stakeholders and logistics providers. Provide regular updates and reports on logistics-related deliverables, including cost savings, project milestones, and supplier performance metrics. Qualifications and Experience A degree or proven experience in procurement or supply chain management, with a focus on logistics preferred. Demonstrated ability to manage logistics supplier relationships , including contract negotiation and performance monitoring. Strong negotiation, analytical, and strategic planning skills, with a focus on driving efficiencies in logistics operations . Expertise in transportation, warehousing, and distribution networks , with a proven track record of cost optimisation and problem-solving. Effective project management and leadership skills, with the ability to implement logistics-focused change initiatives . Excellent communication and influencing skills to build cross-functional relationships. Professional certification (e.g., MCIPS) and experience in logistics procurement are highly desirable.
