Logistics Manager

Alexander Steele Recruitment

Greater London

On-site

GBP 45,000 - 55,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

28 days holiday + bank holidays

10% bonus

Flexibility with hours

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a Logistics Planning Manager for a food manufacturing business. This role involves developing logistics strategies, coordinating with suppliers, and managing third-party relationships. Candidates should have a bachelor's degree and 5+ years experience in logistics or supply chain management within food manufacturing. Competitive salary up to £50,000 plus benefits.

Qualifications

5+ years of logistics or supply chain experience in food manufacturing.
Strong understanding of food safety regulations and standards.
Leadership and analytical skills essential.

Responsibilities

Develop and implement logistics strategies for food product distribution.
Coordinate inbound and outbound logistics with suppliers and providers.
Manage relationships with third-party logistics providers.

Skills

Logistics strategy development

ERP systems knowledge

Problem-solving skills

Communication abilities

Education

Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management or related field

Tools

SAP

Oracle

TMS/WMS logistics software

Job description

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Consultant at Alexander Steele | Food, Drinks and Consumer Goods Recruitment Specialist - Technical, Operations & Supply Chain

Logistics Planning Manager

Alexander Steele is supporting a leading food manufacturing business in Buckinghamshire to appoint a Logistics Planning Manager. This role is responsible for ensuring the timely, cost-effective, and compliant movement of raw materials and finished goods through the supply chain, maintaining alignment with production schedules and customer demand.

What’s on Offer:

Paying up to £50,000 + 10% bonus
28 days holiday + bank holidays
Onsite Monday – Friday (flexibility with hours)

Responsibilities:

Develop and implement logistics strategies that ensure efficient transportation, warehousing, and distribution of food products.
Coordinate inbound and outbound logistics with suppliers, warehouses, and transportation providers.
Collaborate with production planning, procurement, and quality teams to ensure material availability and timely order fulfilment.
Manage relationships with third-party logistics providers (3PLs) and negotiate service contracts.
Develop contingency plans for disruptions in the supply chain.
Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management, logistics, business, or a related field.
5+ years of logistics or supply chain experience in food manufacturing or a similarly regulated industry.
Strong understanding of ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle) and logistics software (e.g., TMS, WMS).
Knowledge of food safety regulations and standards.
Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and organizational skills.
Strong leadership and communication abilities.

For more information regarding this opportunity contact Lomond MacPherson on:

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