SME News - Managing Director of the Year Awards 2024/ 60 Best e-Commerce Logistics Consultancy MD 2024: Jerrad Hampson of a rapidly changing e-commerce landscape, became a stepping stone for building a company focused on innovative logistics solutions. “We all have a wealth of experience to contribute, and I believe in creating an environment where everyone feels comfortable sharing ideas and asking questions. By keeping communication open, celebrating both big wins and small milestones, and empowering our team members to leverage their expertise, we ensure we're all on the same path – a path towards transforming e-commerce logistics and driving success for our clients.” Over the coming year, Liberty Jai will focus on expanding its expertise to new areas while deepening its knowledge in existing ones. The innovative company will also incorporate technological advancements such as AI and data analytics to further optimise its clients’ operations. Furthermore, Liberty Jai will focus on building a strong network of industry partners and thought leaders to ensure its team continues to learn and evolve while providing clients with the best possible solutions. Under Jerrad Hampson’s experienced leadership, the Liberty Jai team will continue to deliver supply chain transformation to help clients optimise sales development, increase profitability, and thrive in a competitive landscape. With over three decades of experience in the world of e-commerce, Jerrad Hampson founded Liberty Jai to help clients harness their full potential and for his visionary direction, he has been recognised as this year’s Best e-Commerce Logistics Consultancy MD. We look forward to seeing how Jerrad and Liberty Jai will continue to transform the e-commerce landscape for the benefit of a global clientele. Contact: Jerrad Hampson Company: Liberty Jai Web Address: https://libertyjai.co.uk/ Established in 2018 by Jerrad Hampson, Liberty Jai is a trusted logistics and supply chain consultancy dedicated to helping businesses thrive in today’s competitive e-commerce market. Under Jerrad’s expert leadership, Liberty Jai provides clients with tailored solutions, strategic connections, and invaluable insights to enhance profitability and optimise business development. In wake of his win at the prestigious Managing Director of the Year Awards, we speak to Jerrad Hampson about his role in the company’s enduring success. For over three decades, Jerrad Hampson has been on a journey of continuous learning, embracing challenges as opportunities for growth. With his extensive experience and logistics sales expertise, Jerrad was uniquely positioned to establish a company committed to going beyond traditional consulting. Liberty Jai does not just find new business for vendors; they offer personalised solutions to help clients excel in logistics and supply chain management. Its growing network is a testament to the £35 million in opportunities that Liberty Jai has created for its valued clients. The team offers its expertise across the e-commerce logistics journey from supply chain and warehousing to distribution and delivery. Businesses who partner with Liberty Jai have unprecedented access to a suite of services including customer outreach, e-commerce strategy development, mentoring, networking, and infrastructure optimisation. By employing a holistic approach, the logistics consultancy can help clients transform their sales and unlock their true potential. Collaboration resides at the heart of Liberty Jai with its success stemming from its high growth culture. As Founder and Managing Director, Jerrad Hampson empowers his team of passionate logistics professionals to take ownership of their work and drive success for their clients. Data is crucial and Liberty Jai utilises in-depth analysis to shape its strategies and measure client’s progress. In the evolving landscape of e-commerce, continuous learning and agility is essential, as is taking the time to celebrate victories to build team cohesion. Jerrad Hampson’s 30-year logistics career began with a focus on the international market at Parceline, where he enhanced his skills as an International Sales Specialist. Through this experience, Jerrad developed a profound understanding of the complexities of global logistics and the power of strong partnerships. Jerrad was promoted to Head of Corporate Sales at Geopost UK (formerly Parceline), where he witnessed the rapid growth of e-commerce and the need for more streamlined and cost-effective solutions. Jerrad would later become the National Commercial Manager at GFS where he was asked to lead the Commercial BDMs as Director of Corporate Sales. Under his leadership, the team consistently exceeded targets, surpassing £3 million in new business annually. This role further emphasised the importance of building strong client relationships and adopting a data-driven approach to sales success. As Sales Director at Smiths News, Jerrad encountered a different sector of the logistics industry but found that the key principles, of understanding customer needs and creating bespoke solutions, were the same. This experience affirmed Jerrad's belief that a universal approach to logistics would not help clients achieve their individual profit and optimisation goals. Jerrad Hampson says, “The challenges faced by e-commerce businesses in optimising their logistics operations ultimately led me to found Liberty Jai in 2018. Every challenge I encountered throughout my career, from the complexities of international sales to the demands
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