Head of Transport

4 weeks ago

Wakefield West Yorkshire, United Kingdom Morrisons Full time

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With over 500 stores, manufacturing sites, and a growing online presence, Morrisons is at the heart of communities across the UK. Our broad business scope offers endless opportunities for innovation and growth, and under the leadership of our new CEO, Rami Baitiéh, we're poised for even greater success.

As Head of Transport, you'll play a pivotal role in ensuring the smooth and efficient operation of our nationwide network. While based at our Logistics hub in Wakefield, we welcome candidates from anywhere in the UK, as you'll oversee our transport operations across the country.

Reporting to our Logistics Director, you'll be instrumental in shaping our transport strategy and driving commercial success. We’re looking for a leader who is not only commercially astute but also brings expertise in contract management, particularly with third party logistics. Your role will involve building revenue streams and fostering collaborative relationships with suppliers, steering our transport function towards greater efficiency and profitability.

At Morrisons we value innovation and progressive thinking. We're not just looking for someone with a traditional "trucks and trailers" background. Instead, we want a forward thinker who can lead our transport team into the future, leveraging technology and best practices to drive continuous improvement.

Speaking of the team, you'll have the opportunity to develop and mentor a talented group of individuals who can benefit from your wealth of experience and sector knowledge to further enhance their skills and expertise.

You’ll have the following skills and experience:

  • Commercial acumen and strategic thinker
  • Experience in fast paced Logistics sectors
  • Excellent negotiation and contract management skills
  • Strong leadership and develop and build capability
  • Analytical mindset with the ability to interpret data and metrics
  • Problem-solving skills and ability to make timely decisions
  • Adaptability and resilience in a fast-paced environment
  • Innovative mindset with a focus on continuous improvement
  • Proficiency in project management and organisational skills
  • High level of integrity and professionalism

Join us at Morrisons and be part of a company that's not just shaping the future of retail, but also revolutionising the way we think about transport and logistics.

Seniority level
  • Seniority level Director
Employment type
  • Employment type Full-time
Job function
  • Job function Manufacturing, Distribution, and Supply Chain
  • Industries Transportation, Logistics, Supply Chain and Storage and Retail

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