Logistics Manager

Kier Group plc.; Salford; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction company in Manchester is seeking an experienced Logistics Manager to manage logistics plans, oversee deliveries, and lead a team of logistics assistants. The ideal candidate will have strong health and safety knowledge, hold relevant certifications, and excel in communication with stakeholders. This role involves coordinating high-volume delivery schedules within construction projects, ensuring compliance with safety standards, and maintaining site organization.

Qualifications

• Strong health and safety knowledge and hold SSSTS/SMSTS certification.
• Lift supervisor competence (Training can be provided).
• Experience managing logistics programs aligned with project plans.

Responsibilities

• Managing logistics plans for deliveries and materials.
• Coordinating with suppliers and subcontractors.
• Overseeing the digital Just in Time Delivery system.
• Leading a team of logistics assistants.
• Liaising with external stakeholders.

Skills

Strong health and safety knowledge

Excellent communication skills

Experience with high-volume delivery schedules

Education

SSSTS/SMSTS certification

Job description

Overview

We're looking for a Logistics Manager to join our Aviation Team based in Manchester. Hours: 40 hours per week - some flexibility on hours available if desired, just let us know when you speak to us.

We are unable to offer certificates of sponsorship to any candidates in this role.

Responsibilities

• Managing logistics plans for deliveries, materials, and plant movements to ensure project timelines are met
• Coordinating with suppliers and subcontractors to schedule deliveries and resolve conflicts
• Overseeing the digital Just on Time Delivery system and ensuring compliance
• Leading a team of 5 logistics assistants to maintain site safety and organisation
• Liaising with external stakeholders including MAG, Metrolink and nearby hotels to minimise disruption
• You have experience managing high-volume delivery schedules and supply chains on construction projects
• Can manage logistics programmes aligned with the project plan
• Possess excellent communication skills and enjoy collaborating with diverse teams

Qualifications

• Demonstrate strong health and safety knowledge and hold SSSTS/SMSTS certification
• Have lift supervisor competence (Training can be provided)
• Disability Confident

Disability Confident

A Disability Confident employer will generally offer an interview to any applicant that declares they have a disability and meets the minimum criteria for the job as defined by the employer. It is important to note that in certain recruitment situations such as high-volume, seasonal and high-peak times, the employer may wish to limit the overall numbers of interviews offered to both disabled people and non-disabled people. For more details please go to .