Logistics Manager

Omega Resource Group; Tipton; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Logistics Manager for a 12-month maternity cover. This role involves leading a dedicated logistics team, optimizing operational parameters, and ensuring high service levels and customer satisfaction. The ideal candidate will be responsible for managing transport operations, tracking performance metrics, and promoting a culture of safety and continuous improvement. If you're passionate about logistics and looking to make a significant impact in a dynamic environment, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Experience in logistics management and team leadership.
• Strong analytical skills for operational efficiency.

Responsibilities

• Manage the Transport Team to fulfill up to 1,800 orders monthly.
• Track service levels and manage transport costs against budget.
• Lead and coach Service Centre Managers for performance improvement.

Skills

Logistics Management

Team Leadership

Operational Efficiency

Cost Management

KPI Reporting

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Logistics or Supply Chain Management

Job description

Logistics Manager

FTC/Interim Maternity Cover - 12 months

Dudley

The client is a leading provider of sustainable supply chain solutions for industry across the globe.

They are looking to hire a Logistics Manager to provide maternity cover. The role is required to lead and coach the UK/IRE logistics team in working proactively towards maximizing service levels, customer satisfaction, and achieving departmental and personal objectives.

The role is also responsible for continuous analysis and optimization of operational parameters & costs, supporting the implementation of logistical improvement projects, and ensuring the delivery of daily departmental tasks. Additionally, the role involves supporting the operations department with reporting on KPIs.

Responsibilities (Essential Job Functions):

1. Manage the Transport Team to ensure up to 1,800 orders are fulfilled each month.
2. Track service levels and other daily reports.
3. Manage the Transport team to ensure up to 600 transfers per week back to Tosca sites.
4. Monitor weekly transfers, averaging 150 back to Tosca sites.
5. Track transport profit and costs.
6. Serve as escalation point for Customer NCRs or queries.
7. Provide daily support to the Transport Planner.
8. Escalate issues with hauliers and third-party sites.
9. Prepare monthly reports.
10. Liaise daily with Site Managers.
11. Prioritize stock processing for orders with Site Managers.
12. Conduct weekly Operations calls with PL Sites.
13. Hold weekly one-on-one meetings with line reports.
14. Coordinate with third-party Tosca sites.
15. Add haulage pricing to Pool It.
16. Track and manage transport costs against budget.
17. Pursue projects and initiatives for cost efficiencies.
18. Assist with product trials, ensuring timely and budget-compliant deliveries.
19. Expand the network of hauliers to improve cost efficiencies.
20. Visit hauliers as required.
21. Coordinate with finance regarding transport invoice queries.
22. Add new manufacturers and products to Pool It.
23. Raise orders on factories based on a 20-week cover plan.

Additionally, the role involves leading and coaching Service Centre Managers and third-party operations in the assigned region, supporting performance management, fostering a positive culture, and driving business initiatives.

Represent the region internally for Supply Chain & Operations and translate strategies into operational goals with measurable metrics.

Accountable for delivering operational requirements, including setting annual budgets and controlling expenses.

Promote a culture of safety within the Service Centres, ensuring safety standards, conducting inspections, and fostering safety awareness.

Maintain a safe working environment at all locations, emphasizing safety, pride, and quality work.

Support Food Safety Management System adherence and ensure customer sanitation expectations are met, maintaining ISO practices.

Seek operational synergies and continuous improvement opportunities.

For more information on this role, please contact Giles Churchill at Omega on (phone number removed).

Omega is an employment agency specializing in opportunities across engineering, manufacturing, aerospace, automotive, electronics, defense, scientific, energy & renewables, and tech sectors.