Logistics Manager

Logistics Manager 

£45,000 DOE + Excellent Benefits Package

Do you thrive in fast-paced environments, leading teams to deliver results and spotting ways to make operations run more smoothly?
Are you looking for a role where you’ll have the autonomy to shape logistics, influence strategy, and make a measurable impact every day?

This is your chance to join a forward-thinking business where you’ll take ownership of the logistics operation, drive improvements, and lead a motivated team to meet customer and business needs.

What’s in it for you?

• £45,000DOE basic salary – recognition of the responsibility and impact you’ll have in this leadership role

• Generous holiday allowance (25 days + 8 bank holidays) – plenty of time to rest, recharge, and enjoy life outside work

• Excellent pension scheme – matched contributions to help you build a secure future

• Life assurance & income protection – peace of mind for you and your family

• Staff discounts – save money on products you’ll know inside-out

• Training and development – access to courses and qualifications that will sharpen your skills and open doors for future progression

• Career progression – a business that promotes from within, giving you the platform to take the next step in your career

• Bonus scheme – rewarding you for your contribution once you’ve successfully completed probation

• Wellbeing support – flu and eyecare vouchers, plus a supportive culture that values health and safety

What you’ll be doing

• Leading the logistics operation, including hauliers, carriers, loading bays, and yard management

• Managing a team of team leaders, operatives, and administrators to ensure smooth day-to-day operations

• Overseeing inbound and outbound scheduling, stock reconciliations, and inventory management

• Monitoring carrier performance, ensuring compliance with SLAs, and negotiating contracts

• Working closely with planning, customer care, exports, and inventory teams to meet business needs

• Ensuring compliance with ISO9001 and all site procedures

• Promoting a culture of continuous improvement and customer focus

• Managing site H&S standards and ensuring safe operations across the logistics function

What you’ll bring

• Experience managing logistics/transport operations in a fast-paced environment

• Strong leadership skills with the ability to coach, develop, and motivate teams

• Commercial awareness with the ability to make decisions that balance cost, quality, and service

• Confidence in analysing performance data and driving improvements

• Good IT skills (Microsoft Office essential; SAP/Witron/Cargoclix experience desirable)

• Knowledge of ISO, lean techniques, and H&S compliance (IOSH/NEBOSH desirable)

• A proactive, adaptable, and process-driven mindset with excellent attention to detail

This is a great opportunity for someone who thrives on responsibility, enjoys problem-solving, and wants to lead a team in a supportive business that values continuous improvement.

What to do Next

If you want to be a logistics manager with a market-leading global company, please apply, and Stewart Lupton, JSL Solutions - Automotive Aftermarket Recruitment, will be in touch. 

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