Logistics General Manager

Bennet and Game; Greater London; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in logistics is seeking a dynamic General Manager to lead multi-site operations. This exciting role involves enhancing operational efficiency, providing strategic leadership, and ensuring compliance with industry standards. You will cultivate strong partnerships with clients while driving business growth and customer satisfaction. With a competitive salary and car allowance, this position offers excellent career development opportunities in a supportive environment. If you have a passion for logistics and a proven track record in management, this could be the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Car Allowance

28 days holiday

Company contributory pension scheme

Excellent career development opportunities

Qualifications

• 5+ years in senior logistics management, preferably in a 3PL environment.
• Strong financial management skills in logistics operations.

Responsibilities

• Oversee multi-site operations for efficiency and performance.
• Provide leadership and mentorship to managers and teams.

Skills

Logistics Management

Financial Acumen

Regulatory Compliance

Team Leadership

Education

5+ years in senior-level logistics management

Job description

General Manager required. Our client, a leading Logistics & Distribution firm based in Hertfordshire, is actively hiring for a General Manager (Multi-site role) to join and lead their operation. The role is paying circa £55k and offering a car allowance on top.

Logistics General Manager Job Overview

• Oversee and enhance the efficiency of multi-site operations, ensuring seamless coordination and performance optimization.
• Provide strategic leadership, mentorship, and professional development to managers and teams, fostering a high-performance culture.
• Direct and oversee all warehousing, transport, and fleet operations to achieve operational excellence and cost-effectiveness.
• Implement and uphold industry best practices in operational efficiency, regulatory compliance, and health & safety standards.
• Cultivate and maintain strong partnerships with clients and key stakeholders to drive business growth and customer satisfaction.

Logistics General Manager Job Requirements

• Minimum of five years in a senior-level logistics management role, preferably within a third-party logistics (3PL) environment.
• Extensive experience in pallet distribution, domestic UK, and European transport operations.
• Proven expertise in overseeing and ensuring compliance with transport regulations, including Health & Safety standards (FORS accreditation preferred).
• Strong financial acumen, particularly in managing budgets, profit & loss statements, and cost control within a logistics operation.

Logistics General Manager Salary & Benefits

• Basic salary circa £55,000 DOE
• Car Allowance on top of salary
• Monday to Friday (core hours 17:30 finish)
• 28 days holiday
• Company contributory pension scheme
• Excellent career development opportunities

Bennett and Game Recruitment are a multi-disciplined technical recruitment agency based in Chichester, West Sussex, operating across the UK with specialist teams covering a range of industries.