Logistics Manager

Hawk 3 Talent Solutions; England; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm seeks a Logistics Manager in Stoke-on-Trent to oversee a key customer contract. The role demands strong financial leadership and the ability to ensure operational excellence. Candidates should have a degree in a related field and at least 5 years of relevant experience. This permanent position offers a competitive salary between £45,000 and £50,000. Apply now to lead a high-profile logistics contract and make an impact in a growing company.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Career progression opportunities

Strategic leadership role

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years experience in logistics, 3PL, warehousing, or supply chain contract management.
• Proven track record managing commercial contracts.
• Knowledge of UK/EU logistics and transport regulations.

Responsibilities

• Manage budgetary and commercial responsibility for the assigned contract.
• Lead contract development and implement strategic change initiatives.
• Ensure compliance with health & safety legislation.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Financial acumen

Stakeholder management

Education

Degree in Business, Logistics, Supply Chain, or Transport Management

Tools

TMS

ERP platforms

Advanced Excel

Job description

Logistics Manager

Stoke-on-Trent, Staffordshire ST6

GBP45,000 GBP50,000 per annum

Permanent office-based role working Monday to Friday

About the Role

Hawk 3 Talent Solutions are seeking an experienced Logistics Contract Manager for a company based in Stoke-on-Trent, to take ownership of a key customer contract, ensuring operational excellence, financial performance, and customer satisfaction. This is a senior role with full budgetary responsibility, requiring strong commercial acumen, leadership skills, and the ability to deliver sustainable change across logistics operations.

You will act as the main point of contact for the client, managing service delivery in line with SLAs, driving cost-saving initiatives, and overseeing transport and distribution functions.

Key Responsibilities

• Full budgetary and commercial responsibility for the assigned contract.
• Manage open-book commercial models, weekly cost reporting, and invoicing accuracy.
• Lead contract development and implement strategic change initiatives.
• Oversee transport functions, subcontractor relationships, and fleet compliance.
• Chair client review meetings, produce KPI reports, and ensure SLA delivery.
• Drive cost control, operational efficiency, and continuous improvement.
• Ensure compliance with health & safety, legislation, and company standards.
• Recruit and manage colleagues in line with agreed budgets.
• Lead daily team meetings, 1-2-1 reviews, and manage escalated operational issues.

Candidate Requirements

• Degree in Business, Logistics, Supply Chain, or Transport Management (desirable).
• Minimum 5 years experience in a logistics, 3PL, warehousing, or supply chain contract management role.
• Proven track record managing commercial contracts and customer accounts.
• Experience with HGV fleet operations, subcontractor networks, and large-scale distribution contracts.
• Strong financial and commercial acumen, including P&L management, pricing models, and tendering.
• Knowledge of UK/EU logistics and transport regulations.
• NEBOSH or IOSH certification (desirable).
• Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Proficiency with TMS, ERP platforms, and advanced Excel/data analysis.

What s on Offer

• Competitive salary of GBP45,000 GBP50,000 per annum.
• Opportunity to lead a high-profile logistics contract with full autonomy.
• A role that combines strategic leadership with hands‑on operational management.
• Career progression within a growing logistics environment.

Apply today

Take the next step in your logistics career and lead a contract operation that makes a real impact.

If you would like to apply for the role of Logistics Manager then please email your CV to (url removed) or call Deb on (phone number removed).

Closing date is 26.12.2025 Please note this could change subject to suitable applications.

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