Logistics Manager

Wallace Hind Selection LTD; Loughton; On-site; GBP 67,500 - 82,500; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

33 days holiday including bank holiday

Group pension

Death in Service x 4

Job summary

Wallace Hind Selection LTD is recruiting a Logistics Manager to lead production control and logistics operations in Northampton, driving continuous improvement across HSE, quality, cost and delivery for a global OEM customer base.

You will manage a 24/5 shift footprint with a team of 5 direct and 25 indirect reports, enabling safe, efficient and data-driven decisions in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in automotive or fast-paced volume manufacturing.
• Background in logistics, supply chain, operations or production management.
• Knowledge of regulated working environments.
• Proven ability to lead and make challenging decisions with accountability.
• Customer-first attitude to support a global supply chain.
• Data-driven mindset to identify issues and implement solutions.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of 5 direct and 25 indirect reports, promoting a positive working environment and operational standards.
• Drive continuous improvement for HSE, quality, cost and delivery, setting detailed targets and motivating the team to achieve them.
• Use daily and weekly performance metrics to identify deviations, develop containment and countermeasures, and follow up on corrective actions.
• Ensure compliance with QHSE standards and conduct audits to maintain safe operating conditions.
• Manage production control, planning, logistics and warehousing for a 24/5 shift pattern with a global OEM customer base.
• Support growth and development of the team, resolving concerns within scope and escalating appropriately.

Skills

Logistics Management

Production Planning

Team Leadership

Continuous Improvement

HSE Compliance

Auditing

Data-Driven

Global Supply Chain

Tools

SAP

Job description

Overview

We are a multi‑site global automotive component manufacturer seeking a Logistics Manager to lead production control and logistics operations in Northampton. The role involves driving continuous improvement, safety, quality, cost and delivery objectives across a complex automotive supply chain.

Location

Northampton (commutable to Milton Keynes, Leicester, Bedford, Huntingdon, Peterborough, St Neots, Market Harborough, Daventry, Banbury, Brackley, Rugby).

Salary

Up to £75,000 (dependent on experience).

Benefits

• 33 days holiday including bank holidays (increasing with service)
• Group company pension
• Death in Service x 4 benefits

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of 5 direct and 25 indirect reports, promoting a positive working environment and operational standards.
• Drive continuous improvement for HSE, quality, cost and delivery, setting detailed targets and motivating the team to achieve them.
• Use daily and weekly performance metrics to identify deviations, develop containment and countermeasures, and follow up on corrective actions.
• Ensure compliance with QHSE standards and conduct audits to maintain safe operating conditions.
• Manage production control, planning, logistics and warehousing for a 24/5 shift pattern with a global OEM customer base.
• Support growth and development of the team, resolving concerns within scope and escalating appropriately.

Qualifications

• Experience in automotive or fast‑paced volume manufacturing (aerospace, pharmaceutical, food, rail, industrial, etc.).
• Background in logistics, supply chain, operations or production management, preferably with global or corporate experience.
• Knowledge of regulated and compliant working environments.
• Proven ability to lead, motivate and make challenging decisions with accountability.
• Customer‑first attitude to support a global supply chain.
• Strong working knowledge of SAP (MRP, inventory control, production planning).
• Passion for process improvement, sustainability and operational efficiency.
• Data‑driven mindset, confident in identifying issues, challenging practices and implementing solutions.