Area Manager, Logistics — Lead Teams & Improve Performance

Samworth Brothers; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company pension

Health support

Employee discount

Annual pay reviews

Profit sharing

Extended leave

On-site parking

Growth opportunities

Job summary

Samworth Brothers is seeking an Area Manager to lead a fast-paced logistics operation across multiple sites in the UK. You will drive performance, safety culture, and continuous improvement while managing frontline teams and collaborating with partners to deliver exceptional service.

The role requires proven leadership in logistics and a track record of developing high-performing teams, with a strong analytical mindset and stakeholder management skills.

Qualifications

• Proven leadership experience in logistics, distribution, warehouse or supply chain.
• Strong people management and team development skills.
• Analytical and data-driven approach to decision making.
• Excellent communication and ability to influence at all levels.

Responsibilities

• Lead and promote Health & Safety culture across logistics activities.
• Coach and develop Team Leaders and operational colleagues to meet performance targets.
• Oversee labour planning, resource allocation and day-to-day logistics operations.
• Monitor KPIs and identify opportunities to improve service, productivity and cost performance.
• Build strong relationships with internal stakeholders and external partners to ensure service levels.

Skills

Leadership

People management

Data-driven decisions

Strategic planning

Stakeholder management

Logistics experience

Job description

Samworth Brothers is seeking an Area Manager to lead a fast-paced logistics operation across multiple sites in the UK. You will drive performance, safety culture, and continuous improvement while managing frontline teams and collaborating with partners to deliver exceptional service.

The role requires proven leadership in logistics and a track record of developing high-performing teams, with a strong analytical mindset and stakeholder management skills.