Associate Director – Supply Chain & Logistics

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BOC Limited, a Linde company

Associate Director – Supply Chain & Logistics
Home based within the United Kingdom | req25092

What You Will Enjoy Doing

• In this role you will shape the strategic vision for supply chain, logistics, transport, and planning across UK & Ireland, ensuring seamless governance, alignment, and forward-thinking strategy
• You will lead a central team of experienced subject matter experts to drive performance, embed best practices, and oversee regional supply chain operations
• Act as the authority ensuring all business units operate cohesively and collaboratively within an interconnected, efficient supply chain network
• Champion safe, compliant operations aligned with corporate group standards while optimizing resources and improving efficiencies
• Collaborate with Business Unit leaders and stakeholders to develop medium-term strategies addressing people, processes, systems, and infrastructure
• Oversee KPIs, dashboards, and benchmarking to ensure transparency, accountability, and data-driven decision-making for measurable performance improvement
• Drive productivity initiatives, evaluate tools and technologies, and lead cross-functional changes to deliver sustainable enhancements
• Ensure compliance in transport activities, customs, licensing, and fleet operations to safeguard organizational standards
• Implement vehicle lifecycle management, fleet renewal planning, and oversee fleet-related capex and lease submissions to meet business needs efficiently and sustainably
• Build strong relationships with external transport providers, conduct “make-or-buy” analyses, and ensure compliance with contract standards and service requirements

What Makes You Great

• You have the ability to build a strategy and vision that translates into actionable plans.
• Visible change leader with proven ability to challenge the status quo and deliver business improvement preferably in an operational environment
• Strong communication & influencing skills at all levels with cross functional and matrix organisations
• Work with integrity, role modelling the behaviours aligned to being an inclusive workplace
• You have a broad knowledge of logistics, supply chain & transport processes and best practices
• Knowledge of planning & scheduling systems is beneficial
• Knowledge of supply chain contractual and import/ export processes beneficial

Why you will love working with us

We are the largest provider of industrial, medical and special gases in the UK and Ireland. From cutting harmful emissions, to providing life-saving oxygen and keeping food fresh, our gases play an essential role in everyday life. Our values – Safety, Integrity, Accountability, Inclusion and Community are at the heart of everything we do. They help us create an environment that puts safety first, where people do things the right way, new ideas are welcomed and everyone can be themselves.

At BOC, we take pride in our people and work hard to provide an enriching, enjoyable place to work. We have a clear vision: to be the place where a diverse mix of talented people want to come, stay and excel. We are always raising the bar, and because we are part of Linde, a global company, our people have limitless opportunities to grow and make a difference, all over the world.

What we offer you!

At Linde, inclusion is core to what we do. As part of our commitment to fostering an inclusive environment, we offer enhanced maternity pay, along with a range of leave options to support life’s important moments, such as fertility treatment, adoption and shared parental. Our dedicated menopause policy, champions and employee resource groups, empower you to feel fully supported both professionally and personally.

We’re passionate about helping our employees grow through excellent career progression opportunities. From tailored training programs to ongoing learning and professional development, you’ll have access to the resources you need to thrive!

Here’s a Snapshot Of The Benefits We Offer

• Bonus scheme tied to both individual and company performance
• Generous pension with up to 10.7% employer contributions
• Holiday allowance of 25 days plus bank holidays, with the option to purchase up to 30 additional days
• Healthcare trust offering comprehensive coverage including neurodiversity assessments for you and your dependents
• Employee assistance programme for your well-being
• Exclusive access to our discount shopping portal

Have we inspired you? Let’s talk about it

We are an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering an inclusive environment where everyone feels welcome, valued and empowered to bring their whole selves to work every day. We are happy to provide reasonable adjustments to enable you to present your best self.

Not sure if you fulfil the full criteria for this role? Regardless, we'd still like to hear from you! We look forward to receiving your application via our online careers site, hearing your story and getting to know you better!

Your contact person

BOC Limited, a Linde company

Jon Black