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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.
Job Responsibility:
Owning the full commercial life cycle of Tier 2 and Tier 3 logistics providers, including onboarding, contracting, rate negotiation, and exit decisions
Managing a regional 3PL / haulier portfolio, ensuring the right balance of cost, service, and capacity
Leading rate negotiations and cost modelling, using market insight and data to secure best value
Driving cost optimisation initiatives such as best cost carrier allocation, backhaul utilisation, and supplier mix strategy
Monitoring and improving supplier performance through structured reviews and KPI tracking
Acting as the key interface between operations, procurement, and suppliers, ensuring alignment on capacity and service delivery
Requirements:
You have experience managing outsourced logistics, 3PL providers, or transport supplier contracts rather than purely operating an internal fleet
You understand commercial logistics levers
rate structures, contract terms, supplier performance frameworks, and cost drivers
You are confident owning supplier negotiations and commercial decisions, with the ability to influence spend and deliver measurable savings
You bring a portfolio mindset, able to manage multiple suppliers and optimise across a network rather than a single operation
You are data-driven, using insight to challenge rates, improve utilisation, and inform supplier strategy
You build strong, credible relationships with external partners and internal stakeholders, balancing challenge with collaboration
Degree in Logistics, Supply Chain, Business or related discipline (or equivalent experience)
Minimum 5 years experience in logistics, transport or operational supplier management
Driving licence required - CPC Preferred
What we offer:
Advice and editing on your current CV
Dedicated team throughout your journey within the role
Paid holiday
Exclusive online services including restaurant and retail discounts