General Manager - Contract Logistics

WR Logistics; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading logistics firm is seeking a General Manager to take ownership of their Contract Logistics facility in Normanton. The ideal candidate will possess a blend of commercial acumen and operational excellence to transform an under-utilised warehouse. Responsibilities include leading the operation, driving commercial growth, maximising revenue, and managing P&L. This position offers a competitive salary of circa £80,000 plus car allowance, providing an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact in a senior leadership role.

Benefits

Car allowance

Competitive senior-level package

Opportunity for significant impact

Qualifications

• Proven experience running a Contract Logistics operation within a freight forwarding or 3PL environment.
• Strong commercial acumen with a history of growing warehouse revenue from the ground up.
• Demonstrated success in maximising warehouse capacity and utilisation.

Responsibilities

• Lead, manage, and develop the entire warehouse and contract logistics operation.
• Drive commercial growth by identifying, securing, and onboarding new contracts.
• Oversee P&L performance, budgeting, forecasting, and financial control.

Skills

Commercial acumen

Warehouse revenue growth

Operational excellence

Client engagement

Team leadership

Job description

General Manager - Contract Logistics Facility

Location: Normanton
Salary: Circa 80,000 + Car Allowance (negotiable for the right candidate)
Hours: Monday to Friday 8:30am - 17:00pm

Are you a commercially astute logistics leader with a proven track record in transforming warehouse operations and driving revenue growth? Our client - a respected international logistics business - is seeking an exceptional General Manager to take full ownership of their Contract Logistics facility based in Normanton.

This is a key strategic hire with the mandate to elevate operational performance, maximise warehouse utilisation, and expand the contract logistics customer base.

The Opportunity

You will take full responsibility for leading, developing, and optimising the warehouse and contract logistics operation. The facility currently operates at around 35% capacity, and you will play a pivotal role in filling the remaining 6000 pallet spaces through strong commercial thinking, operational excellence, and effective client engagement.

This role is ideal for someone who thrives on autonomy, transformation, and business growth.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead, manage, and develop the entire warehouse and contract logistics operation.
• Drive commercial growth by identifying, securing, and onboarding new contracts.
• Increase warehouse utilisation to 100% and maximise revenue across existing and new clients.
• Oversee P&L performance, budgeting, forecasting, and financial control.
• Ensure operational compliance, efficiency, and continuous improvement across all processes.
• Build strong relationships with customers, suppliers, and internal stakeholders.
• Develop SOPs, KPI frameworks, and best-practice processes across the facility.
• Lead and mentor warehouse and logistics teams, cultivating a high-performance culture.

What We're Looking For

• Proven experience running a Contract Logistics operation within a freight forwarding or 3PL environment.
• Strong commercial acumen with a history of growing warehouse revenue from the ground up.
• Experience managing multiple smaller accounts and increasing revenue through value-added solutions.
• Demonstrated success in maximising warehouse capacity and utilisation.
• Full P&L responsibility in a similar environment.
• A hands‑on, proactive leader comfortable driving change and building structure where needed.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and customer-facing skills.

Why Apply?

• High-impact leadership role with autonomy to transform an under‑utilised facility.
• Opportunity to shape the entire contract logistics strategy.
• Senior-level package with a competitive salary, plus car allowance.
• Supportive international business with strong backing for growth.

How to Apply

If you're a driven, commercially minded logistics leader looking for a role where you can make a significant impact, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply now or contact us for a confidential discussion.