At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead procurement and carrier management strategies for a global logistics giant.
- Company: Join DHL Supply Chain, a leader in international logistics.
- Benefits: Enjoy a competitive salary, bonus scheme, and flexible working options.
- Other info: Great career growth opportunities and a supportive work culture.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in a fast-paced environment with innovative strategies.
- Qualifications: Extensive knowledge of European transport and strong problem-solving skills.
The predicted salary is between 60000 - 75000 £ per year.
This role leads EU Procurement & Carrier Management within the Jaguar Land Rover Control Tower in Solihull. The successful candidate will develop innovative procurement and carrier strategies that deliver cost efficiency, service excellence, and competitive advantage in a fast‑paced, international logistics environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Take ownership of the carrier cost base, driving transparency, control, and continuous optimisation across spend.
- Deliver clear and actionable carrier rate visibility, ensuring informed decision‑making and commercial advantage.
- Establish and lead robust carrier performance frameworks, including KPIs and measurable service outcomes.
- Drive carrier performance improvement, creating and implementing structured action plans to address gaps and enhance delivery.
- Lead carrier research and development activity, identifying new partners, innovations, and opportunities to strengthen the network.
- Develop and maintain strategic carrier relationships.
- Play a key role in major tender activities, including DHL LLP mega tenders and JLR Timconsult initiatives.
- Identify and deliver cost‑saving and value creation opportunities, with clear implementation plans and measurable impact tracking.
- Support stakeholders with customer cost indications, providing accurate, timely, and commercially sound insights.
- Oversee and optimise carrier payment flows, ensuring efficiency, accuracy, and strong financial governance.
What We’re Looking For
- Extensive knowledge of European Transport (Operational Methods, Geography, Rate Structures and Cost Elements).
- Extensive knowledge of the EU network plan, including specific criteria that drive solutions design.
- High level of attention to detail, able to analyse and verify complex data to ensure relevant, accurate outputs.
- Highly organised, able to meet tight deadlines consistently.
- Strong problem‑solving skills, able to assess complex situations and recommend solutions.
- Confident presentation skills to internal departments and external customers.
Desirable
- Certificate in Logistics or Freight Forwarding.
- MICIPS certification.
Benefits
- £7,000 car/car allowance.
- Bonus scheme.
- 26 days annual leave.
- Flexible working (discuss alternative patterns at interview).
- Generous pension scheme, 8% employer contribution and 4% employee contribution.
- Free confidential 24/7 GP consultations.
- Hundreds of retail and lifestyle discounts.
- Affordable loans, savings schemes and free mortgage advice.
Head of Procurement & Carrier Management employer: GB Recruitment (England, Scotland, Wales)
DHL Supply Chain in Birmingham offers an exceptional work environment for the Head of Procurement & Carrier Management role, characterised by a commitment to innovation and excellence in logistics. Employees benefit from a generous benefits package, including a competitive salary, flexible working arrangements, and a robust pension scheme, all while being part of a dynamic team that fosters professional growth and development. With a focus on strategic partnerships and continuous improvement, DHL provides a unique opportunity to make a significant impact in a fast-paced international setting.
Contact Details:
GB Recruitment (England, Scotland, Wales) Recruitment Team
