Macildowie are working with AB Mauri, a leading global FMCG organisation, to appoint a Global Logistics Manager to be based at their site in Peterborough. AB Mauri is an organisation with a global footprint operating across six continents. They are experts in their field and are committed to the continued development of their employees. The business invests heavily in product development, and is often at the forefront of advances within their industry. Reporting to the Global Head of Logistics, as Global Logistics Manager you will support the business to develop and execute short, medium, and long term actions and strategies in line with AB Mauri's local organisational needs and Global Logistics strategies. Key accountabilities include; Support global budgetary responsibility of $100m Support local operations in the day to day relationships with Logistics Service Providers including price negotiation, external operational issue resolution, supplier adherence to KPIs, monthly reporting, compliance, continuous improvement projects and target delivery Source initiatives and projects as required to drive efficiency Creating supplier management strategy from a complex analysis of the individual situations around the world Supporting and managing Logistics spend on a monthly basis including the development of spend reporting Develop robust and challenging SLAs to ensure compliance across the business Global travel in order to build efficient relationships with all key stakeholders This is a high profile role within a complex global organisation and adaptable stakeholder management and influencing skills are a must. The successful Global Logistics Manager must have proven experience working in a global business and delivering cost reductions across the logistics spend, continuous improvement projects, improving contract compliance and improving communication across all necessary departments. AB Mauri are looking for an individual with strong commercial acumen. This would include extensive experience within Logistics tendering and expert knowledge and skill within supplier relationship management. It is also important to note that AB Mauri are looking for an individual who is comfortable with a 70/30 split of tactical vs strategy. As the business operates on a global scale, international travel is critical, and you'll be expected to spend up to 30% of time away at other sites across the globe. This is a fantastic opportunity for a Logistics/Supply Chain professional who is looking to develop their expertise in a varied and rewarding global role.   Macildowie is a specialist recruitment consultancy with a rich history of enhancing the careers of professionals across the Midlands. We have an unrivalled understanding of the local market place and recruit for the majority of the regions premier employers. To search for all of our live jobs please visit us at www.macildowie.com.