National Security Manager

The Company
Yusen Logistics is working to become the world’s preferred supply chain logistics company. Our complete offer is designed to forge better connections between businesses, customers and communities – through innovative supply chain management, freight forwarding, warehousing and distribution services. As a company we’re dedicated to a culture of continuous improvement, ensuring everyone who works with us is committed, connected and creative in making us the world’s preferred choice.
We are looking for an experienced National Security Manager to be based either at our site in Northampton (NN7 2FR) or Derby (DE65 6BG). This position involves remote work for 2 days per week with travel to key Yusen sites across the UK.
As a key member of our organisation, you will play a vital role in driving and improving the organisation’s security strategy to protect both Yusen Logistics and our customers.

The Benefits
Car allowance of £6000 per annum
Bonus (up to 10%)
Permanent Health insurance cover (40% of salary cover)
Pension scheme – 6 % matched employer contribution
Comprehensive private family health cover
25 days' holiday (excluding bank holidays)
5 days Volunteer Leave per year
Opportunity for Unpaid Leave
Up to 10 days international remote working*
Health cash plan
Critical Illness Cover
On Site Mental health First Aiders
MyStrength Wellbeing App
Free online Fitness Platform i.e. Pilates & Yoga, Mindfulness/Meditation, 24/7 support, advice, diet and Nutrition
Employee benefits i.e. Free eye test*, up to 25% off gym membership, high street vouchers
Free access to 24/7 online GP, mental health support service, Life Events Counselling, Care Concierge Service, Health Cash Plan, Karo Health.
Tailored development and career opportunities

Key responsibilities:
You will design, implement, and continuously improve physical security, asset protection, and loss prevention frameworks across warehousing and transport operations
Lead risk assessments and audits across multiple sites and functions, identifying vulnerabilities and implementing mitigation plans
Collaborate with internal teams, customers and carriers to ensure everyone is aligned with security processes and procedures
Ensure compliance with relevant standards and regulations such as ISO 28000, 27001, TAPA, and CAA
Developing, reviewing and updating security controls, including performance reporting, technology, processes, training, and plans
Providing real-time support, leading the organisation’s response to security incidents and investigations

Key requirements:
Proven experience working in physical security or loss prevention role, ideally within a logistics (or similar) environment
Demonstrable experience developing and implementing security strategies, projects and performance metrics
Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills
High attention to detail and process-driven
Good knowledge of security systems is advantageous


We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those under consideration will be contacted.
Please note, applicants must have the legal right to work in the UK, as we are unable to offer visa sponsorship for this position.

In Yusen Logistics, we understand the value of utilising AI and other technologies to support the application process but we encourage the candidates to use them to enhance their application and not replace their own effort and authenticity. Therefore, candidates should not rely on AI-generated responses during the interview process.

Yusen Logistics is an equal opportunities employer, who encourages applications from all suitably qualified and eligible applicants regardless of their personal circumstances. We make our recruiting decisions solely based on the skillset and experience. Diversity allows us to create an inclusive environment, where our employees can strive and grow their potential. Yusen Logistics are proud to be a ‘Disability Confident Committed’ employer.