Sephora UK partners with DHL to manage its supply chain, including a new carbon-neutral distribution center in Coventry. This five-year deal supports Sephora's UK expansion strategy, aiming for sustainable growth.
Sephora UK has entered a five-year partnership with DHL Supply Chain to oversee its logistics operations. This collaboration will handle warehousing, e-commerce fulfillment, and transport across the UK. Sarah Boyd, Sephora UK's Managing Director, emphasized the importance of the UK as a growth market, stating that this partnership is crucial to their expansion strategy.
As part of the partnership, Sephora and DHL have unveiled a new omni-channel distribution center in Coventry. This facility, powered entirely by renewable energy, marks a significant step in Sephora’s sustainability journey. It is DHL’s first operational carbon-neutral site in the UK, underlining both companies’ commitment to reducing their carbon footprints.
Sephora's decision to transition its supply chain to this state-of-the-art facility is a pivotal move. Sarah Boyd highlighted that ensuring sustainable growth while expanding is essential, both for reducing their environmental impact and providing a top-tier working environment for their employees. The new facility will play a key role in supporting Sephora’s goal to lead the UK beauty market.
Natalie Frow, DHL’s Managing Director of e-commerce and retail, expressed pride in supporting Sephora’s UK relaunch and expansion. She noted that the partnership reflects shared values of innovation and sustainability. This collaboration will help shape the UK beauty industry by combining Sephora’s retail strategy with DHL’s logistics expertise.
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