Head of Strategic Warehouse & Transport Operations

HVAC Recruitment • Permanent • Leeds, West Yorkshire, England, United Kingdom • £70k - £80k / year • 2d ago

Most logistics leadership roles focus on maintaining an existing operation.

This role is different.

Our client is investing heavily in the future of its logistics network and is seeking a commercially minded logistics leader to help design, develop and scale warehousing and transport operations for the next stage of growth.

Reporting directly to the Distribution Director, you'll play a key role in shaping strategy whilst maintaining oversight of day-to-day operational performance.

You'll have genuine influence over how the future network is structured, how transport operations evolve and how logistics supports continued business expansion.

The Opportunity

You'll be responsible for:

Developing future warehouse and transport strategy
Supporting the transition towards a predominantly in-house delivery model
Leading transport compliance and Operator Licence requirements
Managing fleet performance and utilisation
Driving improvements in delivery performance and customer service
Supporting expansion into new regions and markets
Developing operational leadership teams
Implementing scalable processes and systems

About You

You'll likely come from a background such as:

Head of Logistics
Head of Transport
Regional Logistics Manager
Distribution Manager
Senior Operations Manager
Transport & Warehouse Manager

You'll bring:

CPC Qualification
Strong transport compliance expertise
Experience managing warehousing and distribution operations
Last-mile delivery experience
Commercial awareness
Leadership capability
A passion for continuous improvement

What's On Offer

£70,000 - £80,000 Salary
Bonus Scheme
Private Medical Cover
Life Assurance
Pension Contributions
30 Days Holiday + Bank Holidays
Ongoing Professional Development
Opportunity to shape a growing national operation

If you're looking for a role where you can genuinely influence strategy, drive change and leave a lasting impact on a growing business, we'd like to hear from you.

Apply today for a confidential conversation.

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