Global Logistics and Warehouse Manager
Posted 11 hours 52 minutes ago by Spirax-Sarco Engineering
Job Title: Global Logistics and Warehouse Manager
Location: UK, Netherlands, or Poland
Watson-Marlow Fluid Technology Solutions is part of Spirax Group, a FTSE100 and FTSE4Good multinational industrial engineering group specializing in steam control, electric thermal solutions, peristaltic pumping, and fluid technologies.
Joining us means becoming part of a collaborative team, engaging in challenging work, and experiencing growth opportunities. Visit our website to learn more.
Job Summary:We are seeking a talented and motivated Global Logistics and Warehouse Manager to join our dynamic team.
Key Responsibilities:- Logistics and Freight Management:
- Own global inbound and outbound freight strategy, including carrier selection, contract negotiation, and performance monitoring.
- Improve freight consolidation, regional hub efficiency, and cost-to-serve metrics across regions.
- Ensure compliance with global trade, export/import regulations, and documentation requirements.
- Develop and maintain global freight dashboards and KPIs focused on visibility, cost, and service.
- Warehouse Management:
- Drive standardization of warehouse processes across factories, hubs, and regional sites.
- Lead initiatives for warehouse layout optimization, space utilization, and inventory flow improvements.
- Establish KPIs for warehouse efficiency, accuracy, and safety across all sites.
- Oversee warehouse technology implementation (e.g., scanning, barcode, automation).
- Define and roll out global logistics and warehouse SOPs, ensuring consistency with local practices.
- Project & Change Leadership:
- Lead transformation projects such as warehouse consolidation, logistics outsourcing, and hub strategy implementation.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement logistics and warehouse improvements.
- Support business cases for new distribution hubs, warehouse investments, and 3PL engagements.
- Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, Engineering, or related field; Master's preferred.
- Professional certifications such as APICS CPIM, CIPS, PMP, or equivalent.
- Extensive experience in logistics, warehouse operations, and freight management within a global manufacturing or distribution environment.
- Strong knowledge of supply chain processes, planning, warehousing, and transport logistics.
- Proven ability to lead change initiatives and implement global logistics strategies.
- Experience in designing and optimizing warehouse layouts and material flows.
- Deep understanding of freight operations, regional distribution, 3PL coordination, and cost optimization.
- Proficiency in ERP and WMS systems (e.g., AX, D365), freight management tools, and KPIs.
- Excellent project management and collaboration skills across international teams.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills; ability to challenge and coach teams.
- Ability to travel up to 50% globally.
- Competitive salary
- Flexible working arrangements
- Generous holiday allowance
- Paid volunteering leave
- Life assurance
- Additional support through our Inclusion Plan
We foster an inclusive culture supporting flexible working, gender-neutral parental leave, caregiver leave, and support for pregnancy loss or domestic abuse. Learn more at .
We are a Disability Confident Employer and encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply. Accommodations are available during the application process.
About Watson-Marlow:We are a leader in peristaltic pumps and fluid technologies, serving industries worldwide. Our purpose is to create sustainable value and a more efficient, safer, and sustainable world. We value diversity and inclusion, supporting colleagues to make a difference for each other, customers, and communities.