Contract Logistics Manager

Northampton Business Directory; Milton Keynes; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading logistics provider seeks a results-driven Contract Logistics Manager to oversee management of a high-value logistics contract. Responsibilities include leading operations for a fleet of 15 trucks, ensuring compliance and client satisfaction, and implementing operational strategies. The successful candidate will manage a team while achieving financial targets and service level agreements.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3-5 years experience in contract logistics or fleet management.
• Strong commercial acumen in managing contracts of £1 million or more.
• Full UK Driving Licence required.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily logistics operations for a fleet of 15 trucks.
• Ensure compliance with transport regulations and company policies.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives across operations.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Negotiation

Client relationship management

Education

CPC qualification (National or International)

Tools

Logistics software

Microsoft Office

Job description

Our client are seeking a results-driven Contract Logistics Manager to oversee the end-to-end management of a high-value logistics contract worth multiple millions.

The successful candidate will be responsible for the operational and commercial performance of a fleet of around 15 trucks based on a customer’s site, ensuring efficient service delivery, compliance, and client satisfaction.

This is a pivotal role for a logistics professional with a proven track record in fleet and contract management. based across Leicestershire/Northamptonshire

Salary: £50k-£60k plus £500 per month car allowance.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage daily logistics operations for a fleet of 15 trucks, ensuring on time delivery and optimal vehicle utilisation.

• Oversee the logistics contract, ensuring commercial performance targets and service level agreements (SLAs) are met or exceeded.

• Act as the primary point of contact for the client, ensuring strong stakeholder engagement and proactive issue resolution.

• Develop and implement operational strategies to improve efficiency, reduce costs, and enhance service quality.

• Ensure full compliance with all transport regulations, health & safety standards, and company policies.

• Manage and motivate a team of drivers and support staff, fostering a performance-driven culture.

• Monitor KPIs and generate regular reports on operational performance, financial's, and compliance.

• Liaise with maintenance teams to ensure fleet reliability and minimal downtime.

• Drive continuous improvement initiatives across operations and customer service.

• Ensuring the financial budget set for the contract is achieved.

Required Skills and Experience:

• Proven experience in contract logistics, fleet management, or transport operations (minimum 3–5 years).

• Strong commercial acumen with experience managing contracts valued at £1 million or more.

• Excellent leadership and team management skills.

• Strong communication, negotiation, and client relationship management abilities.

• In-depth understanding of transport legislation and industry best practices.

• Proficiency in using logistics software and Microsoft Office tools.

• CPC qualification (National or International) is highly desirable.

• Full UK Driving Licence.