Logistics Assistant Manager

Pertemps; Plymouth; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing logistics company based in Plymouth is looking for a proactive Logistics Assistant Manager to oversee daily operations, improve logistics processes, and manage a skilled team. You will analyze performance data and collaborate across departments to enhance efficiency. If you have strong Excel skills and enjoy a fast-paced environment, apply today!

Benefits

Competitive salary

Pension scheme

Long service awards

Generous employee discount

Cycle to work scheme

Qualifications

• Experience in management or data-led roles is beneficial.
• Calm under pressure with a keen eye for detail.

Responsibilities

• Support daily logistics operations and monitor team performance.
• Deliver onboarding and ongoing training.
• Identify inefficiencies and implement smarter processes.
• Act as a communication hub between departments and stores.
• Manage extranet accounts and respond to queries.
• Analyze KPIs and generate reports.

Skills

Strong Excel skills

SQL or similar programming knowledge

Analytical thinking

Excellent communication

Time management skills

Education

Business-related degree

Job description

Overview

Logistics Assistant Manager, join one of the UK’s fastest-growing privately owned companies, recognised in the Sunday Times Top Track 100. With over 200 stores nationwide and a bold vision for the future. They are on the lookout for a proactive and driven Logistics Assistant Manager to join their Head Office team in Plymouth. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and love turning data into action, this is your chance to make a real impact.

Responsibilities

• Support daily logistics operations, delegate tasks, and monitor team performance
• Deliver onboarding and ongoing training to build a skilled, confident team
• Identify inefficiencies and help implement smarter, faster processes
• Act as a communication hub between departments and stores
• Manage extranet accounts and respond to internal/external queries
• Maintain and distribute key promotional and locational data
• Collaborate on cross-functional projects with Buying, Supply Chain, Imports, Visual Merchandising, and Data Science
• Coordinate new store setups and ensure logistics readiness
• Keep internal systems accurate and up to date
• Use data tools to track stock levels, deliveries, and performance
• Analyse KPIs and generate reports to support decision-making

What You’ll Bring

• Strong Excel skills (Microsoft Office proficiency is essential)
• SQL or similar programming knowledge is a plus
• Business-related degree desirable but not essential (we’ll train you!)
• Experience in management or data-led roles is beneficial
• Sharp analytical thinking and problem-solving ability
• Excellent communication and time management skills
• Calm under pressure with a keen eye for detail

What We Offer

• Competitive salary
• Pension scheme
• Long service awards
• Generous employee discount
• Cycle to work scheme

Hours: Monday – Friday, 08:45am – 17:30pm Location: Plymouth, Devon Contract: Permanent (Temp-Perm), Full-time

Interested? Apply today or contact Chelsea Goodman in the Pertemps Plymouth office.