International Logistics Manager (Edgewing)

Job Title: International Logistics Manager (Edgewing)

Location: Reading area. The role could be contracted to any BAE Systems site (preferably Warton) but on commencement will immediately be assigned to our Edgewing JV in the Reading area. A financial support package may be available to enable this assignment if required, dependent on certain criteria being met. There is a Hybrid Working Policy in place at Edgewing – please speak to your recruiter about the options for this role.

Salary: £67,000+ DOE

Who we are:

Join BAE Systems and you’ll be part of something bigger. As a valued member of our global colleague network, you’ll bring your unique skills and perspectives to help pioneer progress and protect what matters most. You’ll be trusted to play your part in delivering the advanced, technology-led defence, aerospace and security solutions of tomorrow, shaping a safer future, for all of us.

From the depths of the ocean, to the far reaches of space, there’s no limit to where a career at BAE Systems could take you.

Job Description:

You’ll establish and lead the organisation’s global logistics and international trade capability, developing the strategy, operating model, and partnerships needed to support international business operations. You’ll be responsible for creating efficient, compliant, and cost-effective logistics solutions, managing key 2PL, 4PL, and 5PL provider relationships, and ensuring the seamless movement of goods across global markets. Through continuous improvement and route optimisation, you’ll deliver scalable solutions that enhance operational resilience, support business growth, and meet evolving customer requirements worldwide.

Core duties:

• Shape and deliver the organisation’s global logistics and international trade strategy, ensuring alignment with business objectives, operational priorities, and future growth plans.
• Build and lead the Logistics & International Trade Solutions capability, establishing the operating model, governance, processes, and standards that enable efficient global operations.
• Design and optimise a resilient global logistics network, identifying the most effective transportation routes, distribution strategies, and service models to balance cost, performance, risk, and customer requirements.
• Develop and strengthen strategic partnerships with 2PL, 4PL, and 5PL providers, driving service excellence, contractual performance, and continuous value creation.
• Oversee and safeguard the compliant movement of goods across international markets, ensuring customs, import/export, transportation, and trade requirements are effectively managed while minimising risk and maximising efficiency.

Essential Skills:

• Demonstrable experience designing, implementing and optimising international logistics networks across multiple regions and transportation modes.
• Validated ability to manage and influence logistics partners (2PL, 4PL and 5PL providers), driving performance, service excellence and value for money.
• Ample understanding of global trade, customs, import/export regulations and compliance requirements within multi-faceted international environments.
• Ability to analyse complex supply chain challenges and develop innovative solutions that optimise cost, efficiency, resilience and customer delivery performance.
• Stakeholder Leadership & Influencing – Excellent communication and relationship-building skills with the ability to influence senior stakeholders, lead cross-functional initiatives and drive organisational change.

The Edgewing Team

By joining Edgewing, you will have a unique opportunity to help shape the company from the ground up — setting the foundations for generations to come, influencing how we work, and helping us build something world-class together. At Edgewing, we’re united by a shared purpose to drive what’s next in defence – uniting UK, Italian, and Japanese expertise to shape the future of global defence. With trust at the heart of everything we do, we empower our people to dare to go beyond, bring their best as one, and leave a mark that matters on a truly global mission, making a lasting impact through work that truly matters.

Why BAE Systems?

Here you’ll build a career with purpose and limitless possibilities. With lifelong learning and meaningful work, this is a place where you can grow your career with confidence and be empowered to be your best. You’ll be recognised for your contribution and enjoy rewards tailored to what’s most important to you and your family, support for your financial and personal wellbeing, as well as a balanced lifestyle. In an environment embracing sustainable ways of working and with a strong sense of shared purpose, our supportive culture is a place you can feel you belong and proud of the difference you make.

A place where everyone can thrive:

We’re committed to building an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and supported. We know that a diversity of backgrounds, perspectives and experiences strengthens our teams and is vital to the work we do.

We welcome applications from all suitably qualified people, who are BAE Systems employees and have been in their current role for 12 months or longer.

Please be aware that many roles at BAE Systems are subject to both security and export control restrictions. These restrictions mean that factors such as your nationality, any nationalities you may have previously held, and your place of birth can restrict the roles you are eligible to perform within the organisation. All applicants must as a minimum achieve Baseline Personnel Security Standard. Many roles also require higher levels of National Security Vetting where applicants must typically have 5 to 10 years of continuous residency in the UK depending on the vetting level required for the role, to allow for meaningful security vetting checks.

Closing Date: 23rd October 2026

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.

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