Logistics Manager

Zachary Daniels; Chester; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

20 days holiday + bank holidays

Birthday day off

Employee Assistance Programme

Profit share

Flexible approach

35 hours per week

Job summary

Zachary Daniels in the United Kingdom is seeking an experienced Logistics Manager to own the flow of products from international suppliers through to customers, overseeing logistics, freight, stock and warehouse operations.

The role combines hands-on operation with strategic growth, offering the chance to shape processes, scale the operation and work closely with senior leadership in a fast-growing SME. 35 hours per week, on-site, with benefits.

Qualifications

• Proven experience managing logistics and/or warehouse operations.
• Strong international freight and import experience.
• Experience leading teams and external suppliers.
• Good understanding of stock and inventory management.
• Strong commercial and analytical skills.
• Hands-on, proactive approach to problem solving.
• Experience improving processes, systems and operational performance.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced SME and shape scale-up operations.

Responsibilities

• Own flow of products from international suppliers through to customers, overseeing logistics, freight, stock, fulfilment and warehouse operations.
• Manage international inbound freight, freight forwarders, suppliers and 3PL/fulfilment partners.
• Lead day-to-day warehouse operation and team.
• Improve stock accuracy, inventory control and operational visibility.
• Manage warehouse capacity, layouts, productivity and resource planning.
• Introduce and improve KPIs around service, capacity, throughput and lead times.
• Identify opportunities to improve systems, processes and reporting.
• Support decisions around future warehouse capacity and potential 3PL solutions.
• Handle operational issues, delays and exceptions through to resolution.
• Work with senior leadership to support growth.

Skills

Logistics

Warehouse ops

Team leadership

International freight

Inventory management

Analytics

Process improvement

SME experience

Job description

Logistics Manager | Consumer Products | Cheshire | £45k* + benefits

<< 5 days per week on site (Monday - Friday 35 hour working week) >>

A fast-growing, entrepreneurial business is looking for an experienced Logistics Manager to take ownership of its logistics, warehouse and inventory operation.

With ambitious plans for further growth in the UK and internationally, this is a great opportunity to join a business at an exciting stage and have a genuine impact on how the operation develops.

The Role

You’ll take ownership of the flow of products from international suppliers through to the warehouse and ultimately to customers, overseeing logistics, freight, stock, fulfilment and warehouse operations.

Key responsibilities will include:

• Managing international inbound freight, particularly from Asia/Far East.
• Managing freight forwarders, suppliers and 3PL/fulfilment partners.
• Leading the day-to-day warehouse operation and team.
• Improving stock accuracy, inventory control and operational visibility.
• Managing warehouse capacity, layouts, productivity and resource planning.
• Introducing and improving KPIs around service, capacity, throughput and lead times.
• Identifying opportunities to improve systems, processes and reporting.
• Supporting decisions around future warehouse capacity and potential 3PL solutions.
• Managing operational issues, delays and exceptions through to resolution.
• Working closely with the senior leadership team to support continued growth.

About You

We're looking for someone with a strong background in logistics, warehouse, operations or supply chain, ideally within a product-led environment.

You’ll need:

• Proven experience managing logistics and/or warehouse operations.
• Strong international freight and import experience.
• Experience leading teams and external suppliers.
• Good understanding of stock and inventory management.
• Strong commercial and analytical skills.
• A proactive, hands-on approach to problem solving.
• Experience improving processes, systems and operational performance.
• The confidence to work in a fast-paced SME where you'll have plenty of scope to make your mark.

What's on Offer?

• 20 days holiday + bank holidays, increasing with service
• Birthday day off
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Profit share after qualifying service
• Flexible approach where required
• 35 hours per week Monday - Friday

This is a fantastic opportunity for a Logistics Manager who wants more than just the day-to-day, you'll have the opportunity to shape the operation, introduce structure and play a key role in scaling a growing business.