Global Logistics Manager
Global Logistics Manager
Join CDE, a global leader in wet processing solutions, and play a pivotal role in our mission: To create our best world, a ton at a time. We are at the forefront of transforming waste into valuable resources, laying the foundations for a circular economy and helping customers maximise their natural resources sustainably. With a 30-year history of success and over 2,000 projects across five continents, our impact is truly global.
As our Global Logistics Manager, you will be central to this mission. You will lead and develop our entire global logistics function, ensuring the effective, compliant, and cost-efficient movement of materials, equipment, and project shipments across international markets. This is a highly strategic role where you will work cross-functionally to build a robust, scalable, and customer-focused logistics operation that underpins our operational and strategic goals.
We are a multi-award-winning company, recognised as a Deloitte Best Managed Company for thirteen consecutive years. This is your chance to join an innovative, fast-paced team and make a tangible impact on a global scale.
About this role
As the Global Logistics Manager, your day-to-day will be dynamic and strategic. You will lead the logistics team, providing oversight for all despatch activities and ensuring projects are delivered on time and within budget. A key part of your role will be developing and executing the global logistics strategy, from capacity planning and risk mitigation to managing customs compliance across international markets. You'll work closely with sales and project teams, providing expert advice and building strong relationships with third-party providers.
This role offers significant growth opportunities, allowing you to shape and scale the logistics function of a rapidly expanding global business. You'll drive continuous improvement, implement best practices, and develop your team's capabilities. What makes this position truly interesting is its global scope, the direct impact on the company's success, and the chance to contribute to a sustainable future by supporting the circular economy.
What you will need
Required criteria
- Educated to degree level or equivalent with a minimum of five years' experience in a Logistics Management role which has included implementing industry best practice and the management and development of a logistics team.
- Experience of project management and capacity planning methodology / software (ideally IFS).
- Excellent relationship management and negotiation skills with the ability to engage, negotiate and manage key stakeholders.
- The ability to manage multiple tasks/projects simultaneously within inflexible time-frames.
- The ability to adapt to and manage frequent changes in priorities.
- Driving license and the ability to travel outside of UK & Ireland.
Desired criteria
- Member of the chartered institute of Logistics and Transport
- Excellent people management and interpersonal skills including the ability to interact effectively and professionally with individuals at all levels; both internally and externally
- The ability to exercise sound judgment when responding to enquiries
- Strong self-motivation with sound organizational skills and attention to detail
Skills needed for this job opportunity
Continuous Improvement
Cost Management
Logistics Management
Project Management
Regulatory Compliance
Risk Management
Strategy Formulation
Team Management
Vendor Management
Negotiating Skills/Closing techniques
Client Relationship Management
Budgeting and Forecasting
Manpower planning
KPIs
Leadership
