About The Team

We are seeking a highly capable Business Planning & Projects Lead to drive end-to-end strategic planning, procurement, and execution of key logistics initiatives across SPX Express.

This role sits at the intersection of network planning, procurement, and operational strategy, responsible for ensuring SPX scales efficiently through robust capacity planning, strong vendor ecosystems, and data-driven decision-making.

You will lead strategic initiatives across network expansion, new logistics products, cost optimisation, and operational transformation, working closely with senior stakeholders across Operations, Finance, Product, and Regional teams.

Job Description

Strategic Planning & Project Leadership

Lead end-to-end planning and execution of strategic SPX projects
Drive initiatives such as new service rollouts, operational improvements, and strategic growth initiatives
Evaluate and execute new business opportunities including service expansion and new logistics solutions
Develop project roadmaps, business cases, implementation plans, timelines, and performance tracking frameworks
Manage project risks, dependencies, and cross-functional alignment to ensure successful delivery

Procurement & Vendor Management

Oversee procurement activities for operational and strategic requirements across SPX Express
Lead vendor sourcing, evaluation, negotiation, contracting, and performance management
Build and manage supplier relationships to ensure cost efficiency, reliability, and service quality
Drive procurement governance, compliance, and risk management standards
Partner with Business Intelligence & Finance on budgeting, forecasting, and cost planning

Business Analysis & Problem Solving

Analyse large and complex datasets to identify operational gaps, inefficiencies, and improvement opportunities
Translate insights into actionable recommendations for leadership decision-making
Conduct deep-dive analyses across key topics such as:

Driver incentive effectiveness
Driver performance and productivity
Service quality improvement initiatives
Cost efficiency and optimisation opportunities

Cost Optimisation & Operational Efficiency

Drive initiatives to reduce operational cost while maintaining service quality
Identify opportunities to improve procurement efficiency and vendor cost structures
Support development of savings pipelines in partnership with Finance and Operations stakeholders
Continuously improve processes to enhance productivity and execution efficiency

Stakeholder Management & Execution Leadership

Collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders across Operations, Commercial, Product, Finance, Legal, Government Relations, and Regional teams.
Lead project working groups and ensure alignment across multiple stakeholders
Drive structured decision-making in a fast-paced and ambiguous environment
Mentor junior team members and contribute to capability building within the function

Requirements

Experience

Bachelor's degree in Business, Engineering, Supply Chain, Operations Management, Economics, or a related field.
Minimum 5 years of experience in strategy, project management, procurement, operations, consulting, or supply chain-related roles
Strong experience in logistics, e-commerce, transportation, or high-growth technology environments
Proven track record of leading cross-functional projects from ideation to execution
Prior experience in procurement, vendor management, or commercial negotiations is highly preferred

Skills & Competencies

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with ability to work with large datasets
Advanced proficiency in Excel; SQL / Tableau / Power BI is a plus
Strong project management and execution capabilities
Strong stakeholder management and influencing skills
Strong business acumen with ability to balance cost, operations, and customer impact
Ability to thrive in fast-paced, ambiguous environments
Excellent communication and structured thinking skills

Business Planning & Projects Lead - SPX Express

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