Logistics Manager

Lawrence Dean Recruitment; Shefford; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Ownership of key operational function

Leadership role with strategy impact

Develop warehouse and logistics team

Drive systems and continuous-improves

34.5 hours per week, Mon-Fri

Job summary

Lawrence Dean Recruitment is assisting a well‑established manufacturing business to recruit a Logistics Manager. You will lead warehouse operations, inventory control and end‑to‑end logistics, with a strong emphasis on safety and customer service.

You will manage a team, optimise processes and implement improvements across WMS, ERP and transport partners, delivering measurable efficiency gains. Monday–Friday pattern, 34.5 hours per week.

Qualifications

• Experience in a logistics, warehouse or distribution management role within manufacturing.
• Experience leading and developing warehouse teams, driving performance.
• Track record of improving operational performance, productivity and service levels.
• Experience implementing or managing a WMS with data integrity and process optimisation.
• Strong understanding of inventory, distribution and logistics best practices.
• Solid knowledge of health and safety requirements in warehouse environments.

Responsibilities

• Lead all warehouse, logistics and distribution activities ensuring safe, efficient operations.
• Oversee inbound/outbound logistics, transport coordination and carrier relationships.
• Drive accuracy in order picking/packing/despatch with a focus on customer satisfaction.
• Monitor KPIs, identify gaps and implement improvement plans.
• Own stock control, cycle counts and inventory accuracy.
• Develop and optimise the Warehouse Management System (WMS).
• Identify opportunities for process improvements, automation and waste reduction.
• Maintain health and safety standards, audits and incident investigations.
• Recruit, lead, motivate and develop a high-performing team.
• Collaborate with manufacturing, supply chain, IT and external transport partners.

Skills

Leadership

Team development

Data analysis

KPIs & performance

Stakeholder management

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Problem solving

Health and safety knowledge

ERP integration knowledge

Warehouse automation awareness

Education

Logistics / Supply Chain qualification

Lean / Six Sigma qualification

Tools

Warehouse Management System (WMS)

ERP systems

Microsoft Office

Job description

Logistics Manager

Working Pattern: MondayFridayHours: 34.5 hours per week

Are you an experienced logistics professional ready to take ownership of an operation, lead a team and drive meaningful improvements? This is an exciting opportunity to join a well-established manufacturing business in a pivotal leadership role, overseeing warehouse operations, inventory management and inbound and outbound logistics.

With a strong focus on customer service, operational efficiency and continuous improvement, this role offers the opportunity to make a real impact. Youll have the autonomy to challenge existing processes, develop your team, optimise systems and ensure the smooth, safe and efficient movement of materials and finished products.

If youre a hands‑on, commercially minded logistics leader who enjoys improving performance, developing people and finding smarter ways of working, this could be the next step in your career.

Job Overview

• Leading all warehouse, logistics and distribution activities, ensuring safe, efficient and cost-effective operations.
• Overseeing inbound and outbound logistics, transport coordination and carrier relationships to ensure reliable, timely deliveries.
• Driving high standards of order accuracy, picking, packing and despatch, with a strong focus on customer satisfaction.
• Monitoring operational KPIs, identifying performance gaps and implementing improvement plans to enhance productivity, service levels and cost efficiency.
• Taking ownership of stock control, inventory accuracy, goods receipt, storage, stock rotation and regular cycle counting.
• Leading the ongoing development and optimisation of the Warehouse Management System (WMS), ensuring system compliance, accurate data and effective use across the operation.
• Identifying opportunities for process improvement, automation, waste reduction and more efficient use of warehouse space and resources.
• Maintaining high standards of health and safety, housekeeping and operational compliance, including risk assessments, audits and incident investigations.
• Recruiting, leading, motivating and developing a high-performing warehouse and logistics team.
• Managing workforce planning, performance reviews, coaching and training to build a capable, engaged and accountable team.
• Working collaboratively with manufacturing, supply chain, IT and external transport partners to improve processes and maintain operational continuity.

Skills & Experience Required

• Proven experience in a logistics, warehouse or distribution management role within a manufacturing environment.
• Experience managing warehouse operations and leading, developing and motivating teams.
• A strong track record of improving operational performance, productivity, efficiency and customer service.
• Experience implementing or managing a Warehouse Management System (WMS), with an understanding of system compliance, data integrity and process optimisation.
• A thorough understanding of warehouse operations, inventory management, distribution and logistics best practice.
• Excellent knowledge of health and safety requirements within a warehouse and logistics environment.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to use KPIs and operational data to make informed decisions.
• Experience managing change, leading improvement initiatives and implementing more effective ways of working.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, alongside strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, with an understanding of ERP integration and warehouse automation technologies.

Desirable qualifications and experience

• A qualification in Logistics, Supply Chain or Operations Management.
• IOSH Managing Safely, NEBOSH or an equivalent health and safety qualification.
• Lean, Six Sigma or other continuous improvement training.

Benefits Offered

• The opportunity to take ownership of a key operational function within a manufacturing business.
• A leadership role where you can influence strategy, improve processes and deliver measurable operational results.
• The opportunity to develop and empower a warehouse and logistics team, building a positive, high-performing working culture.
• Scope to drive the development of warehouse systems, technology and continuous improvement initiatives.
• A MondayFriday working pattern, with 34.5 hours per week.INDTECH

Youre a customer-focused, results-driven leader who takes ownership, leads by example and champions a culture of safety, accountability and continuous improvement.

If youre a proactive logistics leader who thrives on improving operations, developing people and delivering outstanding service, wed love to hear from you.