Logistics Lead/UK | Hybrid
We are supporting a major network deployment programme and are looking for an experienced Logistics Lead to take ownership of equipment forecasting, warehouse management and end-to-end logistics operations.
Working closely with deployment teams, suppliers, vendors and logistics partners, you will ensure critical network equipment is delivered, tracked and available to support large-scale rollout activities. This is a highly visible role requiring strong coordination, planning and stakeholder management skills.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage end-to-end logistics and warehouse operations
- Forecast equipment and stock requirements across multiple deployment programmes
- Coordinate equipment deliveries with suppliers, vendors and logistics partners
- Monitor stock levels, inventory accuracy and associated costs
- Manage reverse logistics, including returns, decommissioning and equipment reuse
- Support the management of faulty equipment and replacement stock
- Produce regular reporting on stock availability, risks, issues and spend
- Drive continuous improvement across logistics processes and ways of working
- Work closely with programme and deployment teams to ensure delivery milestones are met
Experience Required
- Proven experience within a logistics or supply chain role in a fast-paced technical environment
- Experience supporting telecoms, network deployment or infrastructure programmes
- Strong understanding of end-to-end logistics processes, including forecasting, inventory management, warehousing and reverse logistics
- Experience managing third-party suppliers, logistics providers and warehouse partners
- Strong analytical and reporting skills
- Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills
- Experience managing budgets, stock costs and inventory controls
- Ability to prioritise competing demands and solve complex operational challenges
Desirable
- Understanding of network rollout activities, including acquisition, design, build or transmission
- Experience working with large-scale field deployment programmes