Logistics Specialist UK

Are you a recent graduate and eager to embark on your first full-time journey into the world of analytics? Or perhaps you're a junior specialist seeking new challenges and a fresh environment? Look no further than the opportunity to join our Commercial Excellence Team as a Junior Commercial Analyst at DANX Carousel Group.   This pivotal role within our Commercial Excellence department is tailor-made for individuals like you, hungry for learning opportunities and growth potential within our group. Whether you're just out of university or taking your initial steps along your career path, we're seeking candidates with a passion for analysis, sharp commercial acumen, and a drive to succeed.   As a Junior Commercial Analyst, you'll be at the forefront of revolutionizing the logistics industry through innovative solutions and data-driven strategies. We're searching for individuals with an analytical mindset, strong critical thinking skills, and a knack for meeting deadlines while efficiently managing their time.   Join us and kickstart your career with unparalleled opportunities for professional development and advancement within our dynamic organization.   Who we are: DANX Carousel Group is a leading logistics specialist focused on time-critical solutions that aims to redefine industry standards. Our continuous focus on innovation, customer satisfaction, and market expansion has been instrumental in our growth. Our commercial entities operate across 35 countries, with offices strategically located throughout mainland Europe, the UK and Ireland. Through our constant commitment to ownership, learning, and care, we have established ourselves as a trusted partner within the European logistics space. Our vision is to become the leading pan-European specialist logistics provider, with the most comprehensive end-to-end solutions.   Key responsibilities:  RFQ data preparation: You drive crucial analyses and extract valuable insights based on customer data and requirements, used to make tangible commercial decisions, impacting the growth and profitability of the entire group, at the same time, ensuring that our customer-centric approach remains at the forefront of our business strategy. Profitability simulations: You act as the conduit between operations, sales and senior management by facilitating business discussions and decisions on revenue/cost through flexible simulation models you will be building. Market intelligence: You are at the forefront of logistics innovations, customer wishes and competitive dynamics through collecting micro- and macro-economical insights on the market internally and externally.     Your skills and qualifications: Minimum: a bachelor’s degree in economics, statistics, mathematics, industrial engineering, or any other quantitative relevant field. Affinity for data analysis. Advanced MS Excel proficiency and modelling:Mastery of complex formulas, pivot tables, and data visualization. Ability to create and maintain data models for in-depth analysis. Macro- & micro-economic trends analysis and market research data collection:Understanding of macroeconomic trends affecting the logistics industry. Ability to analyse and interpret economic indicators, conduct interviews and other data collection methods to extract insights from the wider business (e.g. Sales, IT, Strategy, etc.). Strong communication skills in English (spoken and written). Problem-solving skills. The ability to plan and work independently towards set goals.     Qualifications that are desirable: Previous experience in data analysis of large datasets and in pricingProven experience in RFQ (Request for Quotation) data analysis Ability to conduct pricing, cost and profitability flexible simulations based on various factors. Familiarity with advanced analytics tools and techniques (e.g., AI-driven pricing, machine learning, predictive modelling) for enhancing pricing strategies. Master’s degree in relevant area. Strong communication skills in one of the Nordic languages (spoken and written).     What we offer:  We offer you a familiar workplace where you become an essential part of our company. In our opinion, success is created through flexibility, good cooperation and commitment, where participation, responsiveness and the chance to influence drive us forward. We work in an open, positive, and inspiring environment with passionate colleagues who enjoy having fun at work. Something we are convinced benefits both profitability and ensures satisfied employees. We therefore organize kick-offs, Christmas dinners, and after-work events.  Additionally, every month, we recognize outstanding achievements by crowning the Employee of the Month, as nominated by colleagues.   We have breakfast at all our locations in Sweden so that we can have a good start to the day together. We believe that an active life creates productivity and therefore encourage the use of the wellness allowance. We conduct exchanges between our locations and roles to create understanding, camaraderie, and educational opportunities. With us, there are great opportunities to grow and develop in the long run, where you set the limit for how far your ambitions can take you!       Practical information: Start: The start date for the role is as soon as possible Employment contract: Permanent with initial probationary period Extent: Full-time. Location: Månskärsvägen 5, 141 75 Kungens Kurva. Recruiting process: We use competency-based interviews where your skills, knowledge and qualities relevant to DANX and the role will be assessed. After that, we carry out logical and personal tests that we go through together to build an even clearer picture of you as a candidate. We also do a background check on final candidate, as part of the process. Application: If the position sounds interesting, send in your application today. Selection is being made on a running basis. Contact: If you have any questions about the position, you are welcome to contact our manager Leonel at mailto:leonel.andersson@danx.se or our HR department at mailto:HR@danx.se Please note that in line with GDPR, we do not accept applications via email.     Please note that the recruitment process may take longer than usual due to summer vacations.   We are processing this recruitment ourselves and do not wish for recruitment firms to contact us regarding this recruitment - nor interim consultancy firms. Thank you.

Do you want to lead the commercial strategy for one of the UK's most dynamic logistics operations? Are you an experienced commercial leader with a track record of delivering profitable growth, building high-performing teams, and securing major customer partnerships? If so, you could be the newest addition to our team as a Commercial Director. Be part of the movement - and play your part.    About the role   As Commercial Director, you will be accountable for the commercial performance and strategic growth of DFDS Logistics across Immingham and the Midlands region. Leading a dedicated sales team, you will develop and execute the regional commercial strategy, driving sustainable revenue growth, margin improvement, and long-term customer retention across road, trailer, multimodal, and integrated logistics services. As a key member of the UK Leadership Team, you will provide strategic direction to commercial and business development activities, build executive-level customer relationships, and work closely with operations, finance, customer service, and international DFDS business units to deliver profitable growth. You will be responsible for: * Developing and delivering the regional commercial strategy to achieve revenue growth, margin improvement, and customer retention targets * Identifying new market opportunities and expanding DFDS' presence across manufacturing, retail, automotive, industrial, and FMCG sectors * Building and maintaining strategic relationships with key customers, securing and retaining high-value contracts * Leading, coaching, and developing a high-performing commercial team while driving performance against agreed KPIs * Working collaboratively with operational and support functions to ensure commercial commitments align with operational capability * Driving business development initiatives across UK, Nordic, and Northern European logistics markets * Providing commercial leadership, forecasting, and strategic insight to support business growth and long-term success About you  You'll bring significant senior commercial leadership experience gained within the logistics, transport, or supply chain sector, with a proven track record of delivering business growth and leading successful sales organisations. You will have extensive experience managing strategic customer portfolios and securing multi-million-pound contracts while maintaining strong commercial discipline. A strong understanding of European road freight, trailer operations, and multimodal logistics is essential, alongside excellent financial and commercial acumen. You'll be confident influencing senior stakeholders and executive leadership teams, combining strategic vision with a hands-on approach to customer engagement and business development. You'll thrive in this role if you're a commercially driven leader who can inspire teams, build trusted customer relationships, and identify opportunities for growth in competitive markets. Strong communication skills, resilience, and the ability to collaborate across multiple functions will be key to your success. Experience selling trailer and logistics solutions into Nordic markets would be advantageous. An understanding of customs and export processes in a post-Brexit environment would also be beneficial, along with familiarity with specialist cargo logistics and complex transport solutions. While these are not essential requirements, they would support your ability to identify opportunities and drive commercial growth across the DFDS network. We think the strongest teams are built on diversity and inclusivity. Contrasting opinions, varied skills and strong characters bring out the best in us all. And we cannot wait for you to join.    Working at DFDS   Join the movement and grow with us.   Now about what we can give you. * Competitive salary and performance-related bonus * Company car or car allowance * Opportunity to play a key role in driving growth across strategically important markets * Strong operational support and collaborative leadership environment You’ll be able to access some fantastic benefits such as: * Life assurance cover * Contributory company pension scheme * Holiday Purchase Scheme * Free ferry travel for up to 4 guests between Dover and Calais / Newcastle and Amsterdam with no limit on trips * Full employee assistance programme including: * Proactive financial, emotional, mental, and physical health care support including face to face counselling, fast 24/7 access to a GP, a second medical opinion and legal support for colleagues and their family. * Huge range of retail discounts from high street and online retailers * Cashback on health care including dental, optical, physiotherapy, prescriptions, specialist consultations and much more. * Access to myStrength, our Wellbeing platform, which has plenty of content to support and improve your mental wellness needs. * Access to mental health first aid and opportunity to join support webinars with a focus on all areas of positive wellbeing. While you’re with us, we want you to develop. At DFDS, we believe that development happens first and foremost through activities in the workplace. We will also offer training courses that can support you in your role, if needed.    Are we a match? Then what are you waiting for? Apply Now.    If you think your personality, skills, experience, and desire match this role, we’d love to hear from you. Please send us your CV as soon as possible, as we’re keen to meet potential candidates on an ongoing basis.    We look forward to hearing from you.