Logistics Lead - Warehouse & Road

Job Summary

We are looking for an experienced Logistics Lead – Warehouse & Road to oversee warehouse and road transportation operations across a complex, highly regulated supply chain environment. In this role, you will be responsible for delivering safe, compliant, and cost-effective logistics operations while driving continuous improvement, standardisation, and strong performance from third-party logistics partners. You will work closely with supply chain, commercial, and finance teams to ensure excellent service to our customers.

This is a regional role with exposure to international operations and senior stakeholders, ideal for a logistics professional who enjoys combining operational leadership with strategic improvement.

Job Description

Job Responsibilities

Logistics Operations

• Lead and coordinate warehouse and road transportation activities across multiple regions.
• Ensure reliable delivery performance by meeting agreed OTIF, lead time, and cost‑to‑serve targets.
• Support commercial and customer‑facing teams with logistics solutions tailored to customer requirements.

Third‑Party & Warehouse Management

• Manage third‑party warehouses and logistics service providers through KPIs, regular reviews, and structured governance.
• Ensure inventory quality, safety, and compliance standards are maintained at all external warehouse locations.
• Build strong, collaborative relationships with logistics partners while driving service and cost improvements.

Data, Systems & Visibility

• Own and maintain logistics data, including shipment data, freight information, and mandatory transport requirements.
• Manage and continuously improve the Global Logistics Visibility tool to support performance tracking and decision‑making.

Process Improvement & Standardisation

• Drive standardisation of logistics processes across all sites, covering inbound, outbound, and inter‑site flows.
• Identify and implement opportunities to improve efficiency, reduce costs, and simplify operations.

Compliance & Safety

• Ensure full compliance with local and international transport, customs, and trade regulations.
• Promote and reinforce high SHE (Safety, Health & Environment) standards across all logistics operations and service providers.

Stakeholder Collaboration

• Work closely with Sales, Customer Service, Finance, and Supply Chain teams to ensure alignment with business objectives.
• Act as a subject‑matter expert for warehouse and road logistics topics.

What will it take

Experience

• Minimum 8 years’ experience in logistics, managing logistics service providers and transportation flows.
• Proven experience working with multi‑site and/or multi‑country logistics operations.
• Background in chemicals, oil & gas, food, or another regulated manufacturing industry is strongly preferred.
• Solid knowledge of international freight, customs, and trade compliance.

Education & Certifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business, Logistics, or Supply Chain Management (or equivalent).
• Supply chain or logistics certifications are a plus (e.g. CLT/CLA, IMO, IATA).

Skills & Knowledge

• Strong understanding of global trade, import/export processes, and transportation safety regulations (ADR, DOT).
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills with good commercial awareness.
• Confident working with ERP systems, TMS/WMS, and logistics reporting tools.
• Advanced user of Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint; Power BI knowledge is an advantage.

Personal Attributes

• Clear and effective communicator, able to work with diverse stakeholders.
• Proactive, data‑driven, and improvement‑focused mindset.
• Strong customer focus and collaborative working style.
• High level of safety awareness and commitment to compliance.

Language & Travel

• English: Fluent (spoken and written).
• Travel: Role is based in Porto with occasional travel to other company sites.
• Hybrid work, 3 days in the office per week.

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