Logistics Manager

Interaction Recruitment Group; March; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Interaction Recruitment Group is seeking a proactive Logistics Manager to oversee day-to-day logistics across the UK and Europe, working closely with a small team to keep operations smooth and customer delivery on time.

You will coordinate shipments, manage import/export documentation, and build strong relationships with transport providers, warehouses and customers while continually seeking process improvements.

Qualifications

• At least 3 years of experience in logistics, including import operations.
• Experience coordinating shipments, transport and deliveries.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate day-to-day logistics operations across UK and European shipments.
• Plan movement, storage and distribution of goods in line with customer requirements.
• Monitor shipment schedules and identify delays, communicating updates.
• Build relationships with transport providers, shipping lines, clearing agents and warehouses.
• Act as a key contact for daily logistics communications with external service providers.
• Manage and support the Logistics Coordinator, providing guidance and cover.
• Raise POs and SOs in the ERP system, keep information accurate.
• Coordinate container haulage, pallet distribution, deliveries and collections.
• Ensure supplier documentation is received, checked and processed.
• Support import/export processes and related shipping/documentation.
• Coordinate re-pack operations and record stock movements and waste.
• Own day-to-day logistics issues and escalate significant risks.
• Maintain clear communication with customers, suppliers and service providers.
• Identify opportunities to improve efficiency and communication across logistics.
• Support development and implementation of improved processes.
• Ensure procedures are documented and followed consistently.
• Contribute ideas to support business growth.

Skills

Logistics management

Import operations

Communication skills

Tools

ERP system

Job description

Logistics Manager

Salary:up to £45,000
Working pattern: Full-time, office-based

We're working with a growing business to find a proactive and organised Logistics Manager to oversee its day-to-day logistics operations across the UK and Europe.

Working closely with a small, close-knit team, you'll manage and support a Logistics Coordinator while remaining hands‑on with the daily operational workload. From coordinating shipments and transport to managing import/export documentation and resolving logistical challenges, you'll play a key role in ensuring products reach customers on time and in line with requirements.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys taking ownership, building strong relationships and improving processes within a growing business.

The Role

As Logistics Manager, you'll be responsible for coordinating the movement, storage and distribution of goods, ensuring shipments are planned and executed efficiently from origin through to customer delivery.

Key Responsibilities:

Logistics Management & Planning

• Manage and coordinate day-to-day logistics operations across UK and European shipments.

• Plan the movement, storage and distribution of goods in line with customer requirements and stock availability.

• Monitor shipment and vessel schedules, proactively identifying potential delays and communicating updates.

• Build and maintain strong relationships with transport providers, shipping lines, clearing agents and external warehouses.

• Act as a key point of contact for daily logistics communications with external service providers.

• Manage and support the Logistics Coordinator, providing guidance and operational cover where required.

Day-to-Day Operations

• Raise purchase orders and sales orders within the ERP system, ensuring all information is accurate and up to date.

• Coordinate container haulage, pallet distribution, deliveries and collections.

• Ensure supplier documentation is received, checked and processed correctly.

• Support import/export processes, including the preparation and management of relevant shipping and customs documentation.

• Coordinate re-pack operations and ensure stock movements, production reports and waste are accurately recorded.

• Take ownership of day-to-day logistical issues, finding practical solutions and escalating significant operational or commercial risks when necessary.

• Maintain clear communication with customers, suppliers and service providers to ensure smooth operations.

Process Improvement

• Identify opportunities to improve efficiency, accuracy and communication across the logistics function.

• Support the development and implementation of improved processes and ways of working.

• Ensure procedures are documented and followed consistently.

• Contribute ideas and practical solutions to support the continued growth of the business.

About You

We're looking for someone who is confident taking ownership, enjoys being hands‑on and can balance attention to detail with the bigger operational picture.

Ideally, you'll have:

• At least 3 years' experience in logistics, including import operations.

• Experience coordinating shipments, transport and deliveries.