DC Freight Manager - Cotton On Distribution Centre UK, Blenheim Industrial Estate Bulwell, Nott[...]

Cotton On Group; Nottingham; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company seeks a Distribution Centre Freight Manager in Nottingham to lead logistics operations. The ideal candidate will have experience in transport management, focus on operational efficiency, and possess strong stakeholder relationship skills. Join a team-oriented environment offering competitive salaries and numerous benefits for personal and professional development.

Benefits

Competitive Salary

Additional holiday (purchasing leave)

Team Culture

Baby pack for new parents

Bike Scheme

Wider Tech Benefit

Class Pass Benefit

Career Development Opportunities

Bi-annual Awards

50% product discounts

Employee Assistance Program

Training/professional development

Qualifications

• Experience in strategic management of transport of goods.
• Strong leadership and customer-centric mindset.

Responsibilities

• Partner with key stakeholders to improve operational efficiency.
• Manage transport operations and ensure timely receipt of goods.
• Build relationships with all stakeholders and meet transport operations requirements.

Skills

Stakeholder management

Effective Communication

Decision-Making & Problem-Solving

Flexibility/Agility

Commercial acumen

Job description

Join Our Team as a Distribution Centre Freight Manager! We are looking for a dynamic and experienced DC Freight Manager to lead our team in Bulwell, Nottingham. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and have a proven track record in distribution centre management, we want to hear from you!

Location & Availability: This role is based at our Distribution Centre in Bulwell, Nottingham. The position requires availability from Monday to Sunday, with a standard workweek of 40 hours. The workday starts at 6:45 AM.

ABOUT THE ROLE

You're the supporter, the operator, and the team player. To enable the vison, you deliver a high quality and cost-efficient freight solutions for all Cotton On logistics services for our distribution centre. This role requires a strategic thinker with strong leadership skills and a customer-centric mindset. You will work closely with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless operations and exceptional service delivery.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• I partner with key stakeholders (internal and external) to improve operational efficiency and reduce transport cost.

• I ensure timelines and SLAs are adhered to by all transport parties so that goods are received in a timely manner – B2B & B2C.

• I build strong relationships with all stakeholders to ensure all transport operations meet the requirements of the business and

customer.

• I implement specific customer requirements such as internal reporting and customised transport metrics.

• I’m responsible for managing all elements of transport operations relating to wharf cartage to ensure timely and efficient results

are delivered.

• I facilitate the creation of accurate deliver schedules to ensure that delivery times and locations are coordinated and

communicated to key stakeholders.

• I manage and monitor the performance of the network of logistics service providers through KPI’s and performance evaluation.

• I manage tender processes with all relevant parties to ensure Cotton On is utilising best in market services to deliver our

products.

• I lead Cotton On “Our Way” and build a team of engaged Brand and product ambassadors.

• I look after others and myself, and lead in alignment with our Safety Matters Framework.

THE WINNING SKILLS

• Experience in strategic management of transport of goods.

• Stakeholder management

• Resource management

• Effective Communication

• Coaching & Developing Others

• Drive for results

• Decision-Making & Problem-Solving

• Mastery and improvement

• Commercial acumen

• Curiosity

• Change Leadership

• Flexibility/Agility

• Empowerment

• Growth Mindset

• Values-Driven Leadership

BENEFITS

We are committed to personal and professional development, which is supported by an ever growing and expanding culture. We believe our people deserve the best spaces to support their work and we also provide:

• Competitive Salary

• Additional holiday (purchasing leave - More You Time)

• A Team Culture that feels like a family and celebrates YOU

• Baby pack for new parents

• Bike Scheme

• Wider Tech Benefit

• Class Pass Benefit

• Career Development Opportunities

• Bi-annual Our Awards including a Cotton On Foundation Trip

• Exceptional 50% product discounts

• Employee Assistance Program

• Training/professional development

If you are looking for a new challenge and feel you have the relevant experience then we'd love to hear from you!

Please Apply now to submit your application.