Principal Consultant – Defence Infrastructure (Logistics)

Overview

In this Defence Logistics role you will champion integrated logistics within the Defence and Infrastructure team, shaping early-stage planning and governance to keep programmes within scope. You will work with cross-functional teams to design robust logistics solutions, support business development, and mentor junior staff. The position offers exposure to strategic advisory work, asset tracking across procurement to operations, and staying ahead of industry trends. This is a hands-on opportunity to influence major defence projects and improve delivery effectiveness.

Pay / Benefits

• flexible working environment
• healthy work-life balance
• career development opportunities
• inclusive environment
• equal opportunity employer
• opportunity to work on major defence projects

Responsibilities

• Deliver key client deliverables as part of an integrated project team
• Design and facilitate client workshops and presentations
• Manage client relationships and identify business development opportunities
• Contribute to bid proposals and internal initiatives (programme integration products/methodologies)
• Mentor and line-manage junior staff where applicable
• Provide strategic consultancy on logistics and supply chain management
• Develop and implement innovative logistics strategies to boost operational efficiency
• Advise on best practices in transportation, warehousing, and distribution
• Analyze clients’ logistics processes to identify improvement areas
• Collaborate with clients and internal teams to design and implement customised logistics solutions
• Support development of logistics-related proposals and presentations
• Stay updated on trends and technologies to provide cutting-edge advice
• Ensure compliance with regulations and standards in logistics operations
• Support the development of an integrated best-in-class construction/logistics delivery planning service offer

Key requirements

• Knowledge of logistic principles and processes (S&OP, JIT)
• Understanding of planning and development of major projects
• Working knowledge of CDM regulations, RIBA stages, NEC 4 options
• Excellent analytical, problem solving and critical thinking skills
• Strong leadership and ability to manage multiple responsibilities
• Commitment to learning and development
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Excellent presentation skills
• High attention to detail and outcomes focus
• Entrepreneurial mindset and energy
• Defence background desirable but not essential

• analytical thinking
• problem solving
• leadership
• S&OP
• JIT delivery
• CDM regulations

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