Logistics Manager

TribePost Ltd; Hemel Hempstead; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A bespoke joinery company in Hemel Hempstead is seeking a Logistics Manager to oversee logistics flows into and out of the workshop. The role involves managing delivery schedules, resolving discrepancies, and ensuring compliance with safety standards. Ideal candidates will have experience in manufacturing, excellent organizational skills, and the ability to lead a diverse team. This is a full-time position offering competitive salary and opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

Professional development opportunities

Collaborative work environment

Passionate team

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a joinery or manufacturing workshop environment.
• Understanding of logistics and programming of multiple projects.
• Excellent organisational and communication skills.
• Ability to motivate and lead a diverse team.
• Works well under pressure.
• Practical problem-solving skills and a proactive mindset.

Responsibilities

• Managing the Goods In team and ensuring accurate receipting.
• Coordinating delivery schedules with Procurement to avoid shortages.
• Resolving delivery discrepancies quickly.
• Coordinating all logistics activities including goods in and despatch.
• Ensuring compliance with ISO and Health & Safety requirements.
• Leading and developing logistics staff.

Skills

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Leadership skills

Problem-solving skills

Job description

Quest Joinery are now recruiting for a Logistics Manager!

Logistics Manager

Location: Hemel Hempstead, HP2 7EP
Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience
Contract: Full-Time, Permanent

Joinery. Precision. Craftsmanship. Technology.

At Quest Joinery, we specialise in high-quality, bespoke joinery solutions that combine craftsmanship with cutting-edge production technology.

Our vision is to achieve our clients’ ambitions by consistently delivering industry-leading quality and service.

Working in partnership with key stakeholders, our values-driven team, strive for excellence from conception to completion.

We use our specialist joinery knowledge to safeguard from uncertainties throughout design, manufacture and installation.

We are now recruiting for a highly organised and proactive Logistics Manager to oversee all logistics flows into, through and out of our workshop. This role ensures materials and finished goods move smoothly from goods-in to installation, supporting efficient manufacture, spraying, delivery and project completion.

You will act as a key link between Procurement, Goods In, Production, Spraying, Project Managers and Site teams, playing a vital part in ensuring timely, accurate and complete delivery of every project.

As our Logistics Manager you will be responsible for:

• Managing the Goods In team and ensure accurate receipting, checking and storage of materials.
• Coordinating delivery schedules with Procurement to avoid shortages or bottlenecks.
• Resolving any delivery discrepancies, damages or shortages quickly.
• Coordinating all logistics activities (goods in, transfers, staging and despatch).
• Aligning logistics plans with cutting lists, spray schedules and job boards.
• Overseeing internal movement of work-in-progress to maintain workflow and avoid congestion.
• Acting as the main link between workshop, Procurement, Project Managers and Site teams.
• Ensuring all joinery is packaged and protected to project and company standards.
• Liaising with site teams on access, storage and installation order to support efficient delivery.
• Collating and dispatching all consumables, fixings and components required for installation.
• Supporting drivers and logistics staff with documentation, photos and delivery feedback.
• Carrying out final completeness checks before despatch and resolve any discrepancies.
• Using company systems to track deliveries, damage reports and returns for continuous improvement.
• Monitoring and reporting logistics KPIs and work with teams to remove delays or inefficiencies.
• Ensuring compliance with ISO, FSC and Health & Safety requirements across logistics activities.
• Leading and developing logistics staff, promoting strong communication and service standards.
• Gathering feedback from workshop and site teams to refine logistics processes.
• Supporting general workshop/yard housekeeping, stock organisation and continuous improvement

In order to be successful in this role you must have / be:

• Proven experience in a joinery or manufacturing workshop environment,
• understanding of logistics and programming of multiple projects
• Excellent organisational and communication skills.
• Ability to motivate and lead a diverse team.
• Works well under pressure
• Practical problem-solving skills and a proactive mindset.

Why Join Quest Joinery?

• Be part of a respected company renowned for precision, innovation, and quality craftsmanship.
• Work with a passionate, skilled team using advanced manufacturing technologies.
• Opportunities for professional development and technical progression.
• A supportive, collaborative environment where your ideas and expertise are valued.

Ready to shape the next chapter in your career?

Apply now and help us deliver joinery excellence through precision, design, and innovation.

Registered Office: 36B Speirs Wharf, Port Dundas, Glasgow, G4 9TG

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