Global Transport and Logistics Manager - Industrial Automations Global Delivery Organisation (IA GDO) Solutions Procurement
Location: UK, Spain, Egypt, Hungary (Remote options in Europe)
Category: Procurement - Global Supply Chain
Schneider Electric is looking for a Transport and Logistics Manager to join our IA GDO Solutions Procurement team. This role is key to leading logistics and global trade within project procurement and intra-group purchases. You'll work closely with factories, suppliers, and internal stakeholders to optimize transport, trade compliance, and logistics strategy.
About IA GDO
The Industrial Automation Global Delivery Organization (IA GDO) is responsible for executing complex project-based solutions across various industries. IA GDO integrates engineering, procurement, logistics, and operational excellence to ensure seamless project execution, cost efficiency, and customer satisfaction. Our focus is on delivering automation solutions that support critical industries worldwide.
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What You'll Be Doing
• Logistics & Trade Compliance: Lead global logistics strategy for project procurement, ensuring cost optimization, trade compliance, and sustainability.
• Supplier & Stakeholder Engagement: Work with logistics SMEs, factories, suppliers, and customers to improve supply chain efficiency.
• Process & Cost Optimization: Analyse transport KPIs, improve cost structures, and enhance on-time delivery performance.
• Network Design & Execution: Develop transport plans, optimize logistics flows, and reduce CO2 footprint through strategic sourcing.
• Collaboration & Influence: Lead without direct reports, working cross-functionally with teams to drive results.
• Strategic Oversight: Conduct QBRs with suppliers, oversee trade compliance, and ensure seamless material flow.
What You Need to Succeed
• Strong knowledge of project procurement and logistics (including software, regulations, and compliance).
• Experience in project logistics, trade compliance, or supply chain management in a complex, multi-regional environment.
• Ability to lead by influence, working with logistics and procurement teams globally.
• Understanding of export/import compliance, supplier engagement, and customer deliveries.
• Strong analytical skills to optimize cost structures and drive efficiency.
• Open to 20-30% global travel.
What We Offer You
Competitive salary & Bonus Scheme, 28 Days Annual Leave + Public Holidays, Holiday Buy & Sell programme, Pension Scheme, Employee Share Ownership Programme, Various Health & Wellbeing Support Options, Gym Flex, Open Talent Market (internal mobility opportunities + access to mentors & projects globally), Shopping & Dining Discounts, Learning Portal and much more.
At Schneider Electric, Diversity & Inclusion is at the heart of our organisation. We believe that embracing diverse perspectives drives innovation, creativity, and collaboration. We want our teams to reflect the communities and customers we serve.
We are proudly participating in the Disability Confident Program, offering support to employees who consider themselves living with a disability.
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