Logistics Manager

KukoonRugs.com VAT Reg No; Newry; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing digital-first company in Northern Ireland is looking for a Logistics Manager to oversee logistics operations and inbound freight management. The ideal candidate should have over 2 years of logistics experience, excellent communication skills, and a keen eye for detail. The role includes managing day-to-day logistics, addressing service issues, and improving performance metrics. The company offers a unique 4-day work week, generous employee discounts, and a vibrant working culture that values collaboration and diversity.

Benefits

4-day working week

Enhanced Maternity Pay

Generous staff discount

Great working culture

Qualifications

• 2+ years experience in logistics or supply chain execution.
• Hands-on experience managing international inbound freight and imports.
• Comfortable working with data-led reporting.

Responsibilities

• Own the day-to-day execution of logistics across inbound and outbound flows.
• Manage inbound freight from international suppliers.
• Establish and manage SLAs with courier partners.

Skills

Logistics management

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Process improvement

Tools

Order management systems

WMS tools

Job description

Overview

Hey! We’re Kukoon, and we don’t just sell rugs; we design, curate, and deliver interiors with personality. We move fast, we care deeply about quality and detail, and we believe in giving our people room to grow, challenge, improve, and have fun while doing it.

We’re growing our team and are recruiting a Logistics Manager.

Responsibilities

Logistics & Order Execution

• Own the day-to-day execution of logistics across both inbound and outbound flows, ensuring products move smoothly from supplier to warehouse and onward to customers, on time and in full.
• Track orders and shipments closely, following up on ETAs, documentation, and key milestones to avoid delays or surprises.
• Identify and resolve logistics issues before they impact stock availability, warehouse operations, or customer deliveries.

Freight & Import Management

• Manage inbound freight from our international suppliers, working closely with freight forwarders and logistics partners.
• Coordinate sea, road, and courier shipments, optimising routes, transit times, and freight costs.
• Monitor freight spend and logistics costs, identifying opportunities to improve efficiency without compromising service.

Logistics Performance, Systems & Continuous Improvement

• Establish, monitor, and manage SLAs with courier and logistics partners, holding them accountable to agreed service levels and performance standards.
• Proactively manage and resolve service issues with couriers, including missed SLAs, delays, or performance concerns, ensuring issues are addressed and don’t repeat.
• Own the logistics element of returns, working with warehouses and couriers to ensure returns are processed efficiently, accurately, and with minimal friction.

What We’re Looking For

• 2+ years experience in logistics or supply chain execution
• Hands-on experience managing international inbound freight and imports, ideally from Europe and Asia.
• Clear, confident communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail.
• A process-driven and improvement mindset.
• Comfortable working with order management systems, WMS tools, and data-led reporting.

What do we offer in return?

• 4-day working week, 6 months per year! Every Friday off between April and September without using Annual Leave.
• A fast-paced digital-first company that thrives on continually improving
• Enhanced Maternity Pay
• Generous staff discount - and we mean HUGE!
• Great working culture that values people who work hard, achieve results and like to have a bit of craic doing it

We are Kukooners

At Kukoon, we’re all about creating a workplace where everyone feels welcome and valued. We know that diverse teams bring fresh ideas, different perspectives, and better results. No matter your background or story, we’d love to hear from you. If there’s anything you need during the application process, just let us know.