D2C Logistics Manager Aylesbury, England
Job description
With a presence in over 17 countries, Medik8 is continuing to further expand in international markets. Supporting an ethos of quality and vigilance across our Manufacturing & Logistics facility is key to driving consumer satisfaction, as we increase our output to support our growth.
We now have an excellent opportunity for a D2C Manager to oversee the entire D2C logistics operations including 3PL partnerships within the US and EU, aiming to deliver high standards of customer service in the most sustainable way. Working closely with cross-functional teams, you will drive overall performance and profitability by leading efficient and cost-effective operations.
This role is based on site in our brand new Innovation Centre in Aylesbury (HP22 5WJ) where we have a skincare suited laboratory, modern manufacturing rooms and a top efficient logistics site. This will be our hub where the best synergies can be created; where we can drive deeper research, boost innovation and maintain exceptional quality levels.
Your role in detail:
- Manage, motivate and develop the UK D2C team to operational success, in line with agreed KPIs.
- 360 management of existing US & EU 3PL partnerships, ensuring compliance with both GMP and customer lead times.
- Finalises service-level agreements with the logistics suppliers and ensures 100% adherence to the same, taking prompt corrective actions whenever required.
- Manages all in-bound and out-bound shipments across the region, coordinating with the logistics suppliers and carriers to ensure OTIF, on-brand deliveries to all customers.
- Ensures Medik8 brand values and sustainability principles are upheld in all deliveries, keeping the logistics suppliers up-to-date with our guidelines.
- Anticipates and adapts capacity as per the business needs by coordinating with the logistics suppliers, guaranteeing 100% stock accuracy and availability at all times.
- Builds strong relationships with the suppliers by engaging with them on a regular basis and adhering to the provisions of the contract at all times.
- Interact closely with other functions within the business to ensure smooth operational effectiveness.
- Identifies international transport and logistics performance trends and leads operational projects to build more sustainable and efficient practices.
- Prepares and presents regular logistics/transport reports, tracking logistics performance against KPIs.
- Ensures compliance for both general and health and safety-specific requirements in logistics operations.
- Ensure the sustainability goals of the company are being developed and met at all times.
- Monitor, measure and ensure continued high levels of service to the customer.
We would really like to hear from you, if you have..
- Educated to university degree level or equivalent professional Vocational Qualifications in Transport Planning / International CPC.
- Demonstrated operational excellence and project management experience in third-party contract logistics solutions, with a focus on warehousing and the associated cost modelling & analytics.
- Prior experience in international logistics management - exposure to pan-European and US project management is highly desirable.
- Understanding of Customs Requirements in the US & EU, including specific knowledge of import/export documentation and regulations.
- Excellent problem-solving and organisational skills.
- Outstanding verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to balance tasks and work with precision in a high-paced environment.
About us
Medik8 is an established leader in the skincare arena, utilising our iconic CSA Philosophy to develop professional anti-aging solutions that ensure Beautiful Skin For Life.
After seeing incredible growth over the last few years, we became PE backed in 2021. This investment will allow us to expand even faster, to innovate the future and to take on the world with our award-winning products in all the categories.
Culture & Benefits
We are fuelled by our commitment to sustainability, quality, efficiency, and an unwavering passion for our customers. Championing solutions-focused thinking, we possess a purpose-driven mentality and strive to work with integrity and agility, always. We are collaborative go-givers; our diverse talents work cross-functionally and we achieve more together. We are proud to do everything in-house, challenging the norm and pushing the boundaries of possibility. It’s just who we are!
Some of the perks of being part of the Medik8 team include:
- 25 days holiday + bank holidays
- Flexible & Hybrid working
- Private Medical Insurance + Mental Health support
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Annual Performance Bonus
- Long Service Awards
- 75% discount + Annual Product Allowance
- Flexible Career opportunities
- Up-skilling support + regular Lunch & Learns
- 2 Volunteering days per year
- Matched Charitable Giving Scheme
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Want to do a little more research before you apply?* *
Head over to our main https://www.medik8.com/pages/team to find out more about the team and our values. You can also find out more about us on https://www.linkedin.com/company/832934/admin/, https://www.glassdoor.co.uk/Overview/Working-at-www-medik8-com-EI_IE6332766.11,25.htm & https://www.instagram.com/officialmedik8/?hl=en.
Medik8 is a brand owned by Pangaea Laboratories.
_At Medik8, we believe that diversity within our workplace drives innovation. We celebrate multiple backgrounds, cultures, approaches and points of view, and believe that when people feel respected and included, they can truly flourish. We’re committed to advancing equal opportunities and we’re dedicated to building a workforce as diverse as our consumer base, creating a multifaceted, equitable and inclusive culture and allowing all colleagues to bring their whole selves to work.
Our DE&I ethos also flows through our recruitment process. Studies have found that minority groupings tend to apply for roles only when they meet 100% of the role requirements, in comparison to non-minority grouping tend to apply when they meet only 60% of the role requirements (Hewlett Packard ). The requirements listed in our job descriptions are guidelines, not hard and fast rules, so if you think you meet 60+ of the role spec and are passionate, excited & feel like you have the potential to fulfil the rest - then we want to hear from you!_
Job Type: Full-time
