Logistics Lead: Drive Warehouse Efficiency & Growth

Yolk Recruitment; Lympsham; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a Logistics Section Leader in Lympsham to oversee logistics operations and lead a busy team in a manufacturing environment. The role focuses on optimizing processes, resolving operational issues, and ensuring compliance with industry standards. Candidates should have proven experience in logistics and strong ERP knowledge. This position offers a competitive salary and career development opportunities.

Benefits

Competitive salary

9-day fortnight

Career development opportunities

Qualifications

• Proven experience in logistics or supply chain management within a manufacturing environment.
• Strong knowledge of ERP systems, stock control and warehouse operations.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to collaborate across multiple teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the logistics team, including warehouse, goods in/out, lineside operations, and internal transport.
• Plan and organise the flow of materials to ensure timely delivery to production and despatch points.
• Optimise stock control, ERP processes, barcode systems, and PI counting to improve efficiency and accuracy.
• Supervise, train, and coach warehouse and logistics staff, fostering a culture of continuous improvement.
• Maintain and analyse operational metrics, identify bottlenecks, and implement process improvements.
• Ensure compliance with ISO standards, health & safety regulations, and company procedures.
• Work closely with the purchasing team to manage stock levels and support production planning.
• Resolve operational issues, complaints, or delivery problems promptly to maintain service standards.

Skills

Logistics management

Supply chain management

Communication skills

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a Logistics Section Leader in Lympsham to oversee logistics operations and lead a busy team in a manufacturing environment. The role focuses on optimizing processes, resolving operational issues, and ensuring compliance with industry standards. Candidates should have proven experience in logistics and strong ERP knowledge. This position offers a competitive salary and career development opportunities.