Logistics Manager

thefutureworks; Coventry; On-site; GBP 38,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established logistics firm based in Coventry is seeking an experienced Logistics Manager to oversee warehousing and storage operations. You will provide operational leadership while managing a small logistics team, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations and driving efficiency. The role requires strong problem-solving abilities and clear communication skills, making it ideal for someone who thrives in a hands-on environment. The company is committed to equality, diversity, and inclusion in the recruitment process.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in logistics, warehousing, and stock control.
• Strong leadership skills with a hands-on management style.
• Clear communication skills essential for team leadership.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily operations in warehouses and storage facilities.
• Manage a small logistics team effectively.
• Ensure compliance with health & safety standards.

Skills

Logistics experience

Team leadership

Problem-solving abilities

Warehouse systems knowledge

Communication skills

Health & safety understanding

Job description

Overview

Location: Coventry
Salary: £38,000 per annum
Job Type: Full-time, Permanent

thefutureworks are recruiting on behalf of a well-established client based in Coventry, who are looking to appoint an experienced Logistics Manager to lead their warehousing and storage operations.

Responsibilities

• Provide day-to-day operational leadership across warehouses and external storage facilities
• Manage and support a small, hands-on logistics team
• Monitor stock levels, oversee purchasing, and prevent shortages
• Ensure warehouse efficiency, accuracy, and organisation
• Maintain compliance with health & safety and company procedures
• Drive high standards of housekeeping and safe manual handling
• Identify and resolve operational issues proactively

Skills & Experience Required

• Proven experience in logistics, warehousing, and stock control
• Hands-on management style with strong leadership skills
• Experience working with warehouse systems
• Highly organised with strong problem-solving abilities
• Clear and confident communication skills
• Good understanding of health & safety and manual handling requirements

This role would suit someone who enjoys being on the floor, leading from the front, and making a real impact on daily operations.

At thefutureworks, we are deeply committed to providing outstanding service while championing equality, diversity, and inclusion in every step of our recruitment process.

Each application is reviewed with care and attention to your unique experience, skills, and achievements.

If your application is shortlisted, a friendly member of our team will be in touch within 48 hours. Previously registered with us? We'd love to hear from you-please feel free to get in touch directly about this opportunity