Are you an experienced Logistics Manager? Do you have experience with managing hauliers?
This Regional Logistics Category Manager role, spans the South of England and is focused on commercial ownership and performance of a large outsourced transport network. You will lead the end-to-end management of Tier 2 and Tier 3 logistics providers (3PLs and hauliers) across your region - with full accountability for supplier selection, contracting, rate negotiation, and ongoing performance.
Working across a diverse supplier base of hauliers, you'll act as the regional owner of logistics spend, optimising cost, capacity, and service through effective supplier portfolio management.
Role: Regional Logistics Manager
Location: Hybrid working - mix of regional hub office, site visits and home working. Typically 2 days office, 1-2 days sites/hauliers, remainder flexible.
Shift: Monday - Friday, 8.30am - 5pm
Salary: £50-70k
Responsibilities:
... Owning the full commercial life cycle of Tier 2 and Tier 3 logistics providers, including onboarding, contracting, rate negotiation, and exit decisions
Managing a regional 3PL / haulier portfolio, ensuring the right balance of cost, service, and capacity
Leading rate negotiations and cost modelling, using market insight and data to secure best value
Driving cost optimisation initiatives such as best cost carrier allocation, backhaul utilisation, and supplier mix strategy
Monitoring and improving supplier performance through structured reviews and KPI tracking
Acting as the key interface between operations, procurement, and suppliers, ensuring alignment on capacity and service delivery
Requirements:
You have experience managing outsourced logistics, 3PL providers, or transport supplier contracts rather than purely operating an internal fleet
You understand commercial logistics levers; rate structures, contract terms, supplier performance frameworks, and cost drivers
You are confident owning supplier negotiations and commercial decisions, with the ability to influence spend and deliver measurable savings
You bring a portfolio mindset, able to manage multiple suppliers and optimise across a network rather than a single operation
You are data-driven, using insight to challenge rates, improve utilisation, and inform supplier strategy
You build strong, credible relationships with external partners and internal stakeholders, balancing challenge with collaboration
- Degree in Logistics, Supply Chain, Business or related discipline (or equivalent experience)
- Minimum 5 years experience in logistics, transport or operational supplier management
- Driving licence required - CPC Preferred
Benefits:
- Advice and editing on your current CV
- Dedicated team throughout your journey within the role
- Paid holiday
- Exclusive online services including restaurant and retail discounts
- Chance to receive £300* for referring a friend
- Opportunity for progression into permanent roles
- Competitive rates of pay
Does this role sound interesting? Apply today and a team member will be in contact if you meet our requirements.
All applicants are subject to vetting checks including but not limited to: Right to work check, Medical assessment and reference check.
Randstad Business Support is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
