Logistics Manager

Simpson Judge; Manchester; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A global manufacturing company based in Manchester is seeking a Logistics Manager to oversee logistics operations and relationship management with third-party providers. The ideal candidate will have proven experience in logistics management, strategic problem-solving skills, and the ability to negotiate effectively. This full-time position requires on-site presence and may involve some international travel.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in logistics management.
• Strong understanding of logistics network design.
• Excellent communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage relationships with third-party logistics providers.
• Oversee day-to-day management of logistics operations.
• Ensure compliance with legal and safety regulations.

Skills

Logistics management

3PL relationship management

Problem-solving

Negotiation

Stakeholder management

Microsoft Office proficiency

Tools

Logistics management systems

ERP systems

Job description

Overview

Logistics Manager – Full time, permanent opportunity. Trafford Park, Manchester. Salary negotiable dependent on experience. Global Manufacturer. We are supporting a Manchester-based manufacturing company in their search for a dedicated Transport & Logistics Manager, to help support their global growth journey. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a very well established business that is putting ambitious expansion plans into action, providing a stable yet highly progressive working environment.

Key responsibilities

• Lead and manage relationships with third-party logistics (3PL) providers, ensuring service quality, compliance with SLAs, sustainability goals and continuous improvement in delivery performance
• Track, analyse, and report on logistics KPIs, including delivery performance, cost-to-serve, CRS agreements and stock movements
• Maintain and improve end-to-end shipping traceability, ensuring accurate and timely tracking information is readily available
• Design and implement logistics network and infrastructure changes to support growth, efficiency, and sustainability
• Oversee day-to-day management of logistics operations, including warehouse management and shipping lane performance
• Collaborate with internal teams, ensuring logistics solutions meet commercial and customer requirements
• Manage budgets, forecasting, and cost control activities
• Ensure compliance with all legal, safety, and environmental regulations relevant to logistics operations
• Lead logistics-related projects, including system implementations and process enhancements

Requirements / Qualifications

• Proven, recent experience in logistics management, including 3PL relationship management and operational oversight
• Strong understanding of logistics network design, warehouse operations, and shipping lane optimisation
• Strategic thinker with a hands-on approach to problem-solving and execution
• Excellent negotiation, communication, and stakeholder management skills
• Proficiency in logistics management systems, ERP, and Microsoft Office applications
• Knowledge of compliance requirements in transportation, warehousing, and international shipping

Additional information

This role will include some international travel, and an on-site presence in Trafford Park will be required when not travelling – please only apply if you are happy to travel and work onsite in Manchester as required.

My client is unable to support sponsorship or relocation, so will only consider those local to their Manchester office and already holding full rights to work in the UK.