Logistics Buyer

3 weeks ago


Chiswick UK, West London, United Kingdom Protea Recruitment Ltd | Food | Drinks | FMCG Recruitment Partner Full time

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.



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