Head of Inbound and Outbound Logistics in Alconbury

Job description

MM Flowers is looking for a senior logistics leader to take full ownership of our inbound and outbound logistics strategy across flowers, plants, gifting, and packaging. Reporting to the Group Procurement Director, this is a critical leadership role, accountable for ensuring cost efficiency, resilience, and service excellence across international and domestic supply chains.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the design and delivery of MM Flowers’ logistics strategy, covering global freight, domestic distribution, and peak seasonal flows.
• Negotiate freight contracts, optimise routes, and drive sustainable cost savings.
• Build and manage supplier and 3PL partnerships to deliver high-quality, reliable service.
• Oversee inbound shipments of raw materials and packaging, and outbound delivery of finished goods to customers — ensuring OTIF performance.
• Embed best-in-class logistics systems and processes to ensure accuracy, compliance, and efficiency.
• Provide leadership and development to the logistics team, driving a culture of accountability and continuous improvement.
• Define and monitor KPIs, producing insight-driven reports for senior leadership.
• Champion innovation and sustainability in freight and logistics.

Person Profile:

• Significant senior-level logistics or supply chain management experience, ideally within FMCG, fresh produce, or other fast-paced industries.
• Proven expertise in freight negotiation, route optimisation, and multi-site logistics.
• Strong understanding of global shipping, customs compliance, and import/export regulations.
• Excellent commercial, analytical, and stakeholder management skills.
• A trusted leader who inspires teams and delivers measurable results.

At MM Flowers, logistics is at the heart of our success. This role offers the opportunity to shape best-in-class supply chains and play a key role in driving growth and sustainability.

Apply today and join a business where logistics leadership makes a real impact.

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Alconbury

Type of Contract

Part-time jobs

Published at

10-10-2025

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English