Location: South Site, BastonEmployment Type: Full-Time, PermanentSalary: £45,000 - £55,000 per annum + Profit Share Bonus
About the Company
Our client is a well-established, UK-based manufacturer of high-quality plastic water and liquid storage tanks, supplying a wide range of sectors including agriculture, construction, industrial, and environmental markets. With over 25 years of experience, they have built a strong reputation for delivering innovative products and exceptional customer service.
As a family-run and rapidly growing business, they offer a supportive, collaborative, and progressive working environment with a strong focus on employee development.
The Role
We are seeking an experienced and hands-on Logistics Manager to take full responsibility for the company’s logistics function. This role is integral to ensuring efficient and compliant delivery operations across the UK in a highly customer-centric business.
The successful candidate will oversee a team of planners and drivers, managing the day-to-day operations for both the company’s own fleet of 7.5-tonne vehicles and selected third-party logistics (3PL) partners. You’ll be responsible for maintaining legal compliance, ensuring operational efficiency, and achieving key delivery performance metrics.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead and manage the Logistics Department, including planners and drivers.
- Ensure compliance with the company’s Operator Licence and all relevant transport legislation.
- Maintain fleet safety and roadworthiness through regular servicing and PMIs.
- Manage Tacho data, ensuring timely downloads and addressing infringements.
- Oversee planning and scheduling of deliveries to achieve high levels of OTIF performance.
- Liaise with external contractors and 3PL providers to optimise delivery solutions.
- Handle vehicle incidents and associated insurance claims.
- Drive cost efficiency and monitor departmental budgets.
- Promote and maintain Health & Safety standards within the department.
- Manage export processes and ensure customs compliance where required.
- Experience in a Logistics or Transport Manager role.
- National CPC in Transport Management (refreshed within the last 5 years).
- Strong leadership skills with experience managing drivers and planners.
- Knowledge of road transport compliance and Operator Licence requirements.
- Excellent organisational skills and ability to work under pressure.
- IT proficiency for route planning and reporting.
- Knowledge of Health & Safety standards (IOSH Managing Safely desirable).
- Salary: £45,000 - £55,000 per annum
- Profit Share Bonus Scheme
- Free lunch provided twice weekly
- A progressive and supportive working environment in a family-run, growing business
- Excellent opportunities for career progression