Care Logistics Lead - 8 Month Fixed Term Contract (Hiring Immediately)

JR United Kingdom; Manchester; On-site; GBP 28,000; Full time

Job summary

JR United Kingdom, in partnership with Co-op, is seeking a Care Logistics Lead for an 8-month fixed-term contract in Manchester. In this key role, you will coordinate a team to ensure the highest standards in funeral delivery, while also having the opportunity to contribute to team performance and client satisfaction. If you are a logistics professional with empathy and a passion for customer experience, we welcome your application.

Benefits

30% off Co-op branded products

23 days holidays (pro-rata, increasing with service)

Pension with up to 10% employer contributions

Employee Assistance Programme

Career development opportunities

Qualifications

• Full UK manual driving license required.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Empathetic approach towards clients.

Responsibilities

• Manage the schedule of ceremonial crew for funerals.
• Deputise for the care logistics manager as needed.
• Gather insights to improve delivery and team performance.

Skills

Team focus

Customer experience

Discretion

Physical ability for manual handling

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Care Logistics Lead - 8 Month Fixed Term Contract (Hiring Immediately), Manchester

Client: Co-op

Location: Manchester, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

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Posted:

10.06.2025

Expiry Date:

25.07.2025

Job Description:

Closing date: 18-06-2025

Care Logistics Lead - 8 Month Fixed Term Contract

£28,000 per annum plus benefits. Full time, 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday, 9am-5pm. Bolton, Greater Manchester BL1 8DW

We’re looking for an ambitious logistics professional to join us as a care logistics lead. If you have the experience and empathetic approach we need, we can offer you a fantastic opportunity to develop your career with a business that puts people at the heart of its strategy.

In this role, you’ll supervise and coordinate a team of ceremonial crew to ensure each funeral is delivered to the highest standard. Using manual and digital systems, you’ll ensure the right people are in the right place at the right time.

What you’ll do

• Manage and coordinate the schedule of ceremonial crew, primarily part-time colleagues supporting funerals
• Deputise for the care logistics manager
• Plan clothing collection, movement of personal belongings, and transportation of the deceased for viewings
• Gather and analyze insights to improve funeral delivery and team performance
• Maintain understanding of local environment and stakeholders, adapting processes as needed

This role would suit people who have

• A strong team focus and ability to work in a fast-paced, changing environment
• A passion for customer experience and understanding client needs
• Discretion and empathy
• Promptness and measured decision-making
• A full UK manual driving license
• Physical ability for manual handling of heavy loads

Why Co-op?

• 30% off Co-op branded products in stores
• 10% off other brands in stores
• Discounts on other Co-op products and services
• 23 days holidays (pro-rata, increasing with service)
• Pension with up to 10% employer contributions
• Employee Assistance Programme, virtual GP, free eye tests
• Career development opportunities including apprenticeships
• Supportive team environment
• Access to Wagestream for pay management

We’re proud to foster an inclusive work environment. We welcome applications from everyone, celebrate diversity, and are committed to equal opportunities. We can make reasonable adjustments for disabled candidates and are part of the Disability Confident scheme.

Successful applicants will undergo background checks, including DBS, adverse media, occupational health, and social media screening. Offers are conditional upon completing these checks.