Logistics Manager

MacFarlane Group; Coventry; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading packaging distribution company in Exhall, Coventry is seeking a Logistics Manager to oversee all logistics operations in their Regional Distribution Centre. The successful candidate will manage a diverse team, ensure timely deliveries, and maintain high customer service standards. Essential qualifications include a minimum of 2 years in logistics management, effective leadership skills, and experience in a fast-paced distribution environment. The role offers a salary up to £39,000 plus bonuses and benefits.

Benefits

25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Contributory pension scheme

Employee assistance program

Training and development opportunities

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years' experience of full logistics management.
• Effective leadership style with ability to coach and develop staff.
• Experience in a fast-paced distribution environment.

Responsibilities

• Manage logistics operations at the Regional Distribution Centre.
• Lead and supervise a diverse team.
• Ensure efficient scheduling of deliveries.

Skills

Leadership and staff development

Logistics budget management

Use of route-planning software

Strong computing/PC skills

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Logistics Manager

Location: Exhall, Coventry

Package: Basic salary up to £39,000 (dependent on experience), plus bonus & flexible benefits package including up to 27 days holiday (plus bank holidays & additional annual leave purchasing scheme)

Hours: 40 per week (Monday-Friday)

Sector: Packaging Distribution

Protecting what matters, together

We're dedicated to protecting what matters most - our people, our customers, our communities, and the environment. At Macfarlane Packaging, our commitment to customer satisfaction, sustainability and continual improvement creates a highly collaborative, supportive, and friendly workplace where you can unpack a career that grows.

With history stretching back over 75 years, we offer stability whilst always striving for continual growth. Our fast-paced, results-driven approach will challenge and often stretch you, but it will also give you opportunities for personal and professional development. Every colleague has the chance to directly influence our success, leading to real job satisfaction and achievement, at all stages of your career.

We provide competitive pay and personalised incentives, alongside adaptable benefits to make your rewards package go further. And additionally, the way we work prioritises work-life balance and flexibility, empowering our colleagues to manage what is most important to them. Our business values commitment, diligence, teamwork, adaptability, and a thirst for learning… so if this sounds like you, come and join us to help drive change that enables businesses to plan for a better future.

The Logistics Manager role

As our Logistics Manager, you will directly manage all logistics operations at the local Regional Distribution Centre, leading the team to ensure efficient stock handling, timely receipt, and prompt delivery to customers. Ensuring high customer service standards are maintained, meeting and exceeding their expectations and in turn, helping to contribute towards regional sales and profit targets being achieved whilst optimising logistics processes and driving operational efficiency. Your remit will encompass staff management, operational planning, performance monitoring, and continuous improvement initiatives. Fostering a culture of excellence and collaboration, a key role is played in achieving organisational goals and delivering value to customers and stakeholders, supporting sustainable growth in line with our company objectives.

Logistics Manager Key Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise a diverse team including Supervisors, Warehouse Operatives, and Drivers.
• Set clear targets and conduct regular performance assessments to ensure team effectiveness.
• Provide ongoing training and coaching opportunities to enhance team performance and individual growth.
• Contribute to developing and implementing the Central Logistics strategy aligned with organisational goals.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to identify opportunities for process improvement and cost optimisation.
• Oversee all logistics operations including material receipt, storage, and dispatch.
• Ensure efficient scheduling of deliveries, aiming for a 24/48-hour service.
• Monitor logistics costs and implement cost-saving initiatives.
• Optimise resource utilisation to enhance efficiency and cost-effectiveness.
• Assist the Regional Business Manager in implementing the Performance Improvement process.
• Ensure resources are available for stock counts to maintain inventory accuracy.
• Collaborate with Sales to meet or exceed customer delivery expectations.
• Foster positive relationships with stakeholders to enhance satisfaction and efficiency.
• Implement safety protocols to mitigate risks and ensure compliance with regulations.
• Take responsibility for warehouse and loading bay safety.
• Ensure vehicles are serviced, maintained, and legally compliant.
• Monitor vehicle condition and address issues to uphold safety standards.
• Ensure adherence to warehouse processes and identify areas for improvement.
• Continuously review and develop processes to enhance efficiency and productivity.
• Oversee maintenance of plant and equipment to support uninterrupted operations.
• Report building defects and coordinate repairs for a safe working environment.
• Work within ISO9001 and ISO14001 policies to maintain quality and environmental standards.
• Adhere to company policies and guidelines in all aspects of work.

What you will bring

The successful applicant will ideally meet with the below criteria…

Essential

• Minimum 2 years' experience of full logistics management role (warehouse & driving)
• Effective leadership style with ability to coach, mentor, train & develop staff
• Experience of working within a fast-paced sales distribution environment
• Experience of managing a logistics budget
• Experience of using route-planning software
• Strong computing/PC skills (including MS Office products & outlook)
• Experience of conducting vehicle checks, maintaining vehicle records
• Strong grasp of general health & safety principles including manual handling

Desirable

• Holder of Forklift licence (Counterbalance/Reach or Bendi Truck, Pivot Steer at certain sites)
• Knowledge/experience of packaging or similar related consumable items
• Holder of HGV Licence with CPC Qualification
• Experience of working for similar large/national multi-site (or decentralised) organisation

What you will get

• 25 days annual leave (rising to 27 days with service) plus all public/bank holidays
• Additional Holiday purchasing scheme (run annually)
• Contributory pension scheme
• Free parking at most of our site locations
• Annual (company paid) volunteering day
• Range of company cars or cash allowance (including hybrid/electric) for qualifying job roles
• Employee assistance program to support & advise with well-being & any issues
• Extensive range of training/development & potential progression opportunities
• Employee discount scheme (discounts on several major retail/leisure brands)
• Simply Health/Dental Cover option or BUPA cover for qualifying roles
• Enhanced HR policies relating to various employee rights & entitlements
• Long service awards (5-40 years)
• Charitable giving options
• Financial assistance with eye-tests/purchasing glasses (DSE users only)
• O2 Mobile discount scheme (up to 25% off)
• Candidate referral scheme (awards £750 for referring successful applicants to Macfarlane job vacancies)

Your future with us

Here at Macfarlane Group, you truly have the potential to shape your own future and set your own ambitions. We are a large group company where internal promotion and mobility is a key feature of our success. Through tailored career plans, we provide a wide range of structure training & development pathways, utilizing both inhouse expertise to share knowledge and the best-in-class external training partners. There is potential access to management & leadership development, and we work closely with recognized, accredited bodies including the Institute of Leadership & Management (ILM); So there really are no limits to where your journey within Macfarlane Group may take you.

Next Steps

We are working swiftly to find the best applicants and hope to hold local interviews ASAP. Please click 'apply' to submit your up-to-date CV. All applications will be acknowledged. If you haven't heard from us within a fortnight, please assume your application was unsuccessful.

We welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds irrespective of your age, gender, disability, race, nationality, ethnicity, gender expression, religion, or sexual orientation. Should you require any specific support or adjustments during the recruitment process, please email our recruitment team directly.

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