F1 Lead Logistics Planner Job
Date: Aug 18, 2025
Location: London, GB, W1H 6AZ
Company: Aramco Europe
Aramco is one of the world's largest integrated energy and chemicals companies.
Aramco Europe is headquartered in The Hague with offices across the continent. For over 60 years we have supported Aramco with a wide range of activities from facilitating safe and reliable delivery of energy to customers around the globe to pushing for breakthroughs in research and innovation.
Our services include in-depth technology advice and support in established and emerging sectors of oil, gas and energy, as well as finance, HR, legal, PR and communications.
We work with the very best industry suppliers to drive our operations to secure our position as a world leader in energy and chemicals.
About the Role
The F1 Logistics & Operations Planner plays a critical role in supporting the planning, coordination, project management, and execution of day-to-day global logistics and supply chain operations in support of Aramco Group’s F1 Fuels and Lubricants programme. Operating with a focus on service delivery, compliance, and efficiency, the role ensures timely movement of materials, accurate execution of logistics workflows, and resolution of logistics issues to ensure efficient supply of world-class fuels and lubricants, developed by Aramco and Valvoline, to the Aston Martin Aramco Formula One™ Racing Team.
Key Responsibilities
Supply Chain & Material Planning
- Lead end-to-end planning and coordination of Aramco and Valvoline’s F1 product supply across factory, race, and testing events globally.
- Forecast demand, establish re-order points, monitor inventory level, and coordinate procurement of consumables and spare parts.
Operational & Logistical Execution
- Schedule internal blending and/or place external contracts for toll manufacturing of bespoke F1 products.
- Ensure QC processes and records are in place for manufactured and procured products.
- Manage sourcing and inventory of commercial products and raw materials.
- Coordinate with global logistics companies to meet freight requirements for 24+ race/test venues.
- Maintain import/export records and formalities.
Trade Compliance
- Ensure global trade compliance through accurate documentation, classification, and clearance processes.
- Validate export/import licences and maintain records for audits and regulatory reviews.
- Monitor evolving trade regulations and contribute to process improvements.
Packaging & Branding
- Collaborate with internal marketing and sponsorship teams to manage bespoke F1 product packaging.
- Oversee design, sourcing, production, and inventory management of packaging materials.
Project Risk & Budget Management
- Identify and mitigate risks, issues, dependencies, and constraints at project level.
- Manage operational expenditure and vendor invoice tracking.
Performance & Continuous Improvement
- Participate in performance management activities and development planning.
- Implement innovation processes and quality assurance initiatives.
- Use data analysis to identify business impacts and support decision-making.
Key Tasks
- Maintain a live logistics plan covering F1 races, tests, factory deliveries, and other programme activities across Aramco, Valvoline, and the F1 team.
- Coordinate with logistics providers (e.g. DHL) to plan and execute global freight shipments, ensuring all necessary documentation and import/export formalities are completed.
- Manage relationships with freight, transport, and toll blending partners, supporting contract negotiations and service delivery.
- Oversee global inventory of products and raw materials, including HSSE and regulatory compliance documentation.
- Collaborate with internal teams and suppliers to schedule manufacturing and procurement of finished goods, spares, and consumables.
- Support trackside operations with race returns paperwork and logistics planning.
- Work with marketing and sponsorship teams to deliver bespoke F1 product packaging and branding, ensuring inventory is maintained.
- Own the quality control process for F1 product supply, coordinating with formulators and technical teams to ensure end-to-end assurance.
- Maintain detailed records of product movements and provide regular updates through reports, presentations, and team meetings.
- Actively participate in performance management and development activities to support continuous improvement.
Collaboration & Stakeholder Engagement
External Contacts:
- Regular contact with the following companies and counterparts:
- Valvoline Global, Aston Martin Race Team, Honda Racing Corporation
- Toll blenders, freight and transport providers
Internal Contacts:
- Regular contact with Aramco F1 Technology R&D team, trackside staff
- Frequent contact with Aramco Group line management
- Occasional contact with Aramco Europe support functions (Finance, Law, IT, HR, Procurement, Logistics, Trade Compliance)
- Occasional engagement with senior Aramco Group leaders
Qualifications & Experience
Education:
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in F1 logistics and expediting
Experience:
- 10+ years in planning and executing complex logistics programmes in motorsports or specialist fuels/lubricants
- Experience mentoring junior colleagues and managing stakeholder relationships
Technical Skills:
- Strong problem-solving and communication skills
- Motorsport-specific experience
- Knowledge of shipping standards for hazardous and non-hazardous goods
- APICS CPIM, CSCP, Lean Six Sigma (Green/Yellow Belt), International Trade Compliance Certification, Project Management Fundamentals
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or disability.
Requisition ID: 889
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