Kingfisher PLC

Logistics Development Manager

Job Locations UK-Somerset-Yeovil
Location
Screwfix Head Office
ID
2026-145929
Category
Supply Chain & Logistics
Type
Permanent Full Time
Contract
Permanent
Hours Per Week
37.5

Overview

Help shape the transformation of a logistics network powering one of the UK’s fastest-growing retailers.

 

This is a rare opportunity to step into a highly strategic role with genuine influence over how Screwfix operates for the next decade and beyond. You’ll be at the centre of major investment decisions, helping define the future of our logistics network, automation capability and supply chain infrastructure as we deliver our 2030 growth plans.

 

From large-scale automation projects to complex network development initiatives, this role offers the chance to lead high-profile, multi-million-pound programmes that will directly impact how we serve millions of customers across the UK.

 

You won’t just be maintaining existing operations. You’ll be solving future business challenges, shaping long-term strategy and bringing transformational change to life.

 

Working closely with senior leadership, you’ll have the autonomy, visibility and responsibility to influence key business decisions, build compelling investment cases and lead projects from concept through to delivery.

 

If you enjoy simplifying complexity, influencing senior stakeholders and turning strategic ideas into real-world operational change, this is an opportunity to make a lasting impact within one of the UK’s fastest-growing retailers.

 

What's in it for you?

  • Discretionary annual bonus up to 50%
  • Company car or allowance of up to £6,500 per annum
  • 33 days' holiday (including bank holidays, 5 of which can be taken flexibly)
  • Hybrid working with up to 2 days working from home
  • Flexible start and end times around core working hours
  • Private Medical Care (Individual – Family care)
  • Buy More Holiday - eligible colleagues can boost their holiday allowance by up to one extra week
  • EV Car Scheme in Partnership with Tusker - eligible colleagues can lease a brand-new or pre-loved electric vehicle 
  • Up to 14% employer pension contributions
  • Life cover up to 4x your salary
  • Health cash plan and discounted gym memberships (up to 25% savings)
  • 20% discount at Screwfix and B&Q

Responsibilities

  • Using strategic objectives, business plans and operational requirements identify development opportunities to scope and assess the needs of the business to support operational capacity, cost efficiency, sustainability targets and customer service & proposition.
  • Identify and work with necessary business & 3PL stakeholders and suppliers to assess development opportunity business cases, scaling benefit that can be achieved and cost, risk and complexity of achieving it.
  • Scope viable opportunities, detailing deliverables, success criteria, risks, resource requirements and dependencies.
  • Maintain a development plan spanning up to 5 years aligned to business growth, and future known requirements / dependencies and priorities.
  • Works across the organisation with all functional teams to deliver required development of the customer proposition.
  • Working with the Logistics Projects Manager & 3PL Development Managers lead teams through initiation to delivery. Manage team performance and collaborate with others for successful execution achieving agreed objectives within agreed budget and timescales.
  • Build strong relationships with Supply Chain, Trading and Retail Operations teams to influence and foster alignment on tactical and future requirements/needs from the network.
  • Own and manage a customer proposition fulfilment roadmap that drives business growth, customer experience, savings and efficiencies.
  • Continuously measure and assesses the market for opportunities for business, propositional, functional and operational improvement, maximising sales and capacity, enhancing efficiency, minimising cost and leveraging technology.

Qualifications

  • Proven successful track record in a senior logistics role.
  • Demonstrable experience of developing and leading change within logistics networks, driving operational excellence.
  • Ability to build strong business relationship across teams and work levels.
  • Able to build, lead and deliver using robust project methodology.
  • Strong leadership, influencing and facilitation skills.
  • Track record of successful budget management
  • Strong team player who uses initiative and diplomacy in liaising with internal and external customers.

 

At Screwfix, Your Wellbeing Comes First:

 

Financial wellbeing

  • Wagestream access to track earnings and save
  • Access to the Kingfisher Share Scheme
  • Colleague support fund
  • Exclusive offers and discounts via our Hapi app
  • Cycle-to-work scheme and savings on bikes

 

Every day benefits

  • Career progression and development programmes
  • Coaching and mentoring to help you thrive
  • Access to wellbeing resourcing including PepTalk
  • Support networks available  

Recruitment Process

 

We review applications on an individual basis, and if we feel you would be a good fit we’ll invite you for a call or Teams video for an informal chat about the role, and to see if we’re a good fit for you. From there you can expect a comprehensive process, with regular contact from the Talent Acquisition team who are always available, for any queries you may have.

 

We value open and honest conversations and collaboration, giving you a chance to learn about what we are doing in an informal and friendly environment. We want to know about you and why you feel that this is the opportunity that excites you.

 

Sustainability at Screwfix

We’re committed to building a better future for our community and our planet. That’s why we’re doing everything we can in six key areas: eliminating carbon emissions, reducing and recycling waste, sourcing responsibly, keeping products in use for longer, selling more sustainable products and providing sustainable packaging. We’re on a mission to put sustainability at the forefront of everything we do. Join us.

 

We’ve worked hard to create a culture of inclusivity and genuine community. We’re a company built on teamwork, and the best teams are ones in which everyone can share their view. Whatever your background, however you identify, you’ll be listened to, encouraged, and given the tools and training you need to get ahead. You’ll always know where you are with us. We’re open. We’re fair. And we believe in opportunities for everyone.

 

Please let us know at careers@screwfix.com if you need any additional support or adjustments when it comes to your application.

 

NO AGENCIES PLEASE 

 

 

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