Logistics Manager

Herman Miller Limited; Melksham; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Une entreprise de design renommée recherche un Logistics Manager pour diriger l'équipe logistique dans le dispatch et le suivi des livraisons à travers l'Europe. Le titulaire assurera un haut niveau de service tout en optimisant la rentabilité et garantissant la conformité avec les normes légales et environnementales. Les candidats doivent posséder une solide expérience en gestion logistique et en négociation de contrats.

Qualifications

• Capacité à travailler sous pression et à respecter des délais.
• Compétences en gestion et motivation pour diriger une équipe.
• Leadership par l'exemple.

Responsibilities

• Gérer l'équipe pour fournir un service proactif de qualité.
• Négocier avec des prestataires logistiques nationaux et internationaux.
• Identifier des opportunités d'économies de coûts.

Skills

Problem-solving

Customer service

Communication

Leadership

Geographical knowledge

Motivational skills

Tools

Relevant software packages

Job description

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Our purpose is to design for the good of humankind. It’s the ideal we strive toward each day in everything we do. Being a part of MillerKnoll means being a part of something larger than your work team, or even your brand. We are redefining modern for the 21st century. And our success allows MillerKnoll to support causes that align with our values, so we can build a more sustainable, equitable, and beautiful future for everyone.

Job title - Logistics Manager

Location - Portal Mill, Melksham, SN12 6GN

Job summary

The Logistics Manager is responsible for leading the Logistics team in routing, dispatching, and tracking of delivery vehicles and freight across the EMEA regions, including inbound freight from all regions, achieving a high level of OTIF while working with the best interest of our customers in mind.

Manage national and international freight carriers to ensure service levels are met within agreed costs and proactively seek service improvements.

Ensure the relevant legal, safety, productivity, quality, and financial performance indicators are met.

Specific responsibilities

• Manage the team of planning staff to provide high-quality, proactive service to operations, customers, and logistics providers.
• Exhibit the technical and operational skills required to achieve role objectives.
• Possess in-depth knowledge of domestic and international freight movement, budget control, and contract negotiation.
• Make key logistics and customs decisions to increase profitability while servicing customers at a high level.
• Negotiate with domestic and international logistics providers.
• Identify cost-saving opportunities and develop operational plans for implementation.
• Monitor performance against objectives, handle complaints/errors, and reduce incident frequency.
• Control costs against budgets and take remedial actions when necessary.
• Review business performance regularly and take corrective actions to improve customer service quality.
• Maintain close contact with key customers to gauge service levels.
• Foster excellent relationships with colleagues, customers, and suppliers.
• Deputise for the Transport Manager or Head of Logistics during absences.
• Ensure adherence to health and safety practices, attend safety briefings, and take responsibility for safety of all personnel and visitors.
• Ensure compliance with environmental policies, ISO 14001, FSC, and PEFC standards.

Company requirements

Follow safety protocols, attend safety briefings, and ensure safety of all personnel and visitors in accordance with relevant legislation.

Ensure compliance with business systems, processes, certification schemes, regulations, and legislation relevant to the role. Support internal quality controls and audits.

Job holder requirements

• Problem-solving skills and ability to communicate change effectively.
• Customer service and communication skills.
• Geographical knowledge.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Proficiency in relevant software packages.
• Motivational and management skills to lead a team.
• Leadership by example.
• Ability to achieve performance standards.

Company values

Leadership, Purpose, Beliefs, Design, Connections, Performance.

Who We Hire?

We hire qualified applicants from diverse backgrounds and abilities, including veterans and people with disabilities. MillerKnoll is committed to equal opportunity employment and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities.