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Highly experienced transport & distribution specialist
James Murdoch
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Glasgow, United Kingdom
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Enterprising and commercially astute with 30 years’ managerial and operational experience leading multi disciplinary teams.
In-depth expertise across freight transport, logistics, airfreight, ground transportation & event support, AOG, OBC (on-board courier) and Transport Law. International CPC holder.
Strong project management capabilities from leading business turnarounds and opening new branches to ensuring business benefits are realised and positively affect P&L performance within a fiercely competitive and evolving sector.
A trusted advisor and inspirational leader working credibly with colleagues, suppliers and regulatory agents to ensure processes, procedures and reporting mechanisms continually evolve to support efficient business operations.
Open to opportunities.
In-depth expertise across freight transport, logistics, airfreight, ground transportation & event support, AOG, OBC (on-board courier) and Transport Law. International CPC holder.
Strong project management capabilities from leading business turnarounds and opening new branches to ensuring business benefits are realised and positively affect P&L performance within a fiercely competitive and evolving sector.
A trusted advisor and inspirational leader working credibly with colleagues, suppliers and regulatory agents to ensure processes, procedures and reporting mechanisms continually evolve to support efficient business operations.
Open to opportunities.
Markets
United States
United Kingdom
France
Germany
Lithuania
Denmark
Norway
Sweden
Finland
Language
English
Fluently
Ready for
Larger project
Ongoing relation / part-time
Full time contractor
Available
My experience
2018 - ?
freelance
Consultant
Self employed.
Established a consultancy working within a niche area of the arts sector to organise specialist logistics for the
transport of high value works of art. Commissioned by individuals through word of mouth reputation as well as institutions such as universities within a highly confidential environment.
transport of high value works of art. Commissioned by individuals through word of mouth reputation as well as institutions such as universities within a highly confidential environment.
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2015 - 2018
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Operations Director
Hub Logic Ltd.
An independently established freight and storage business that operated throughout the UK.
− Founder member of the senior management team accountable for all aspects of transport, distribution and warehousing strategy in collaboration with the Founder / Managing Director
− Pivotal to the business securing an incredibly high profile contract to provide critical transportation of luggage
and equipment requiring the highest levels of security and confidentiality:
o Provided vehicles to meet stringent specifications, vetted all staff against strict criteria and procured
appropriate insurances, and acted as first point of contact for security and police during transit
− Managed the distribution budget of £1.2 million and activities for all inbound, warehousing and outbound flows.
− Lead role in the development of new business:
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o Secured and oversaw new accounts and ensured achievement of agreed KPIs and SLAs by 3 party
suppliers and subcontractors
o Capitalised on industry contacts and drove business perform against challenging SLAs by identify areas for
improvement and driving change
− Leadership, support and management of a team 24 people (3 direct reports and 21 indirect reports)
− Established all operational, commercial and administrative processes and procedures for airfreight handling
(import and export), retail supply chain, white glove transportation and installation
− Headed the recruitment of suitably qualified and experienced people to drive the business forward in line with the developing brand, and identified and managed all training requirements
− Ensured development and implementation of EHS (environment, health & safety) policies aligned with legislation
− Oversaw all security requirements and liaised with external agencies to ensure delivery of SLAs
− Controlled procurement, inventory management, service provider/supplier setup to ensure operational
excellence and maximisation of profit and margin:
o Reduced payroll/benefits administration costs 30% by negotiating pricing fees, whilst ensuring the continuation and enhancement of services
− Founder member of the senior management team accountable for all aspects of transport, distribution and warehousing strategy in collaboration with the Founder / Managing Director
− Pivotal to the business securing an incredibly high profile contract to provide critical transportation of luggage
and equipment requiring the highest levels of security and confidentiality:
o Provided vehicles to meet stringent specifications, vetted all staff against strict criteria and procured
appropriate insurances, and acted as first point of contact for security and police during transit
− Managed the distribution budget of £1.2 million and activities for all inbound, warehousing and outbound flows.
− Lead role in the development of new business:
rd
o Secured and oversaw new accounts and ensured achievement of agreed KPIs and SLAs by 3 party
suppliers and subcontractors
o Capitalised on industry contacts and drove business perform against challenging SLAs by identify areas for
improvement and driving change
− Leadership, support and management of a team 24 people (3 direct reports and 21 indirect reports)
− Established all operational, commercial and administrative processes and procedures for airfreight handling
(import and export), retail supply chain, white glove transportation and installation
− Headed the recruitment of suitably qualified and experienced people to drive the business forward in line with the developing brand, and identified and managed all training requirements
− Ensured development and implementation of EHS (environment, health & safety) policies aligned with legislation
− Oversaw all security requirements and liaised with external agencies to ensure delivery of SLAs
− Controlled procurement, inventory management, service provider/supplier setup to ensure operational
excellence and maximisation of profit and margin:
o Reduced payroll/benefits administration costs 30% by negotiating pricing fees, whilst ensuring the continuation and enhancement of services
Security, Founder, Processes, Storage, Health, Development, Inventory management, Safety, Support, Implementation, Administration, Recruitment, Service, Management, Leadership, Procurement, Training, Budget, Operations, Retail
2013 - 2015
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Regional Director
Goldstar Heathrow Ltd.
The airfreight and haulage business is a DfT Regulated Agent and a member of the Freight Transport Association.
Goldstar Heathrow Ltd is one of a few UK transport companies that has triple UKAS ISO & OHSAS certification.
− Appointed to lead the expansion of the business into Scotland and Manchester whilst reviewing head office
operations at Heathrow to identify and drive operational improvement and P&L performance (£15 million t/o)
− Monitored and continually improved standards of performance and quality within the operation:
o Developed and implemented a refreshed marketing strategy leading to substantial new sales
− Sought and identified new business development opportunities locally and nationally
− Established and implemented departmental policies, goals, objectives and procedures and put in place systems to monitor compliance with policies
− Worked closely with the Financial Manager, Facilities Manager and Compliance Manager and the HR department.
− Fully engaged in IT development, financials, P&L, the purchase ledger
− Ensured that capacity and capability of the operation were continually planned to maximise use of existing assets
and resources
Goldstar Heathrow Ltd is one of a few UK transport companies that has triple UKAS ISO & OHSAS certification.
− Appointed to lead the expansion of the business into Scotland and Manchester whilst reviewing head office
operations at Heathrow to identify and drive operational improvement and P&L performance (£15 million t/o)
− Monitored and continually improved standards of performance and quality within the operation:
o Developed and implemented a refreshed marketing strategy leading to substantial new sales
− Sought and identified new business development opportunities locally and nationally
− Established and implemented departmental policies, goals, objectives and procedures and put in place systems to monitor compliance with policies
− Worked closely with the Financial Manager, Facilities Manager and Compliance Manager and the HR department.
− Fully engaged in IT development, financials, P&L, the purchase ledger
− Ensured that capacity and capability of the operation were continually planned to maximise use of existing assets
and resources
Marketing, Business development, MArketing Strategy, Operations, Sales, Compliance, It, Development, Office, Manager, DFT, Agent
2007 - 2013
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Operations Director
Ecosse World Express Ltd.
A multidisciplinary team structured business, founded 1992 in Glasgow, affording expert services and support across
all transit modes globally.
− Appointed by the Board to strategically lead the business from a Glasgow-based courier into heavier haulage
mainly venturing to Europe:
o Played a pivotal role in growing the business from £2 million to £7 million revenue p.a by 2009
o Developed a clear business case to establish a new depot in Budapest, Hungary
− Identified and maximised all new business development opportunities, building an effective industry network so
as to promote the brand and build great relationships with new and existing customers:
o Maximised and revitalised use of the company's IATA accreditation, adapting to an evolving customer
base to increase revenue from this valuable asset
− Built and maintained credible and influential relationships with suppliers, parcel networks and airlines
− Managed day-to-day operations including scheduling, fleet management, warehouse security, recruitment and business development
− Introduced policies to oversee and manage vehicle and handling equipment, telematics and fuel
− Took ownership of the company with a fellow director in 2010 following a management buy-out - led discussions
and negotiations with the Founder:
o Created a 3-year business turnaround plan which moved the operation from deficit back into profit
all transit modes globally.
− Appointed by the Board to strategically lead the business from a Glasgow-based courier into heavier haulage
mainly venturing to Europe:
o Played a pivotal role in growing the business from £2 million to £7 million revenue p.a by 2009
o Developed a clear business case to establish a new depot in Budapest, Hungary
− Identified and maximised all new business development opportunities, building an effective industry network so
as to promote the brand and build great relationships with new and existing customers:
o Maximised and revitalised use of the company's IATA accreditation, adapting to an evolving customer
base to increase revenue from this valuable asset
− Built and maintained credible and influential relationships with suppliers, parcel networks and airlines
− Managed day-to-day operations including scheduling, fleet management, warehouse security, recruitment and business development
− Introduced policies to oversee and manage vehicle and handling equipment, telematics and fuel
− Took ownership of the company with a fellow director in 2010 following a management buy-out - led discussions
and negotiations with the Founder:
o Created a 3-year business turnaround plan which moved the operation from deficit back into profit
Business development, Operations, Management, Business Case, Recruitment, Security, Network, Turnaround, Support, Development, LED, Founder
1989 - 2007
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Founder / Director
J. Murdoch Transport / JMT European Ltd.
Founder
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