Logistics Manager

Chartered Institute of Procurement and Supply (CIPS); United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading organization in supply chain management is seeking a Logistics Manager to lead a team focused on achieving service excellence in logistics operations. Key responsibilities include team leadership, budget management, and continuous improvement in logistics effectiveness. The ideal candidate will possess a degree, CPC certification, and strong communication skills. Competitive benefits offered include 33 days holiday and private medical insurance.

Benefits

33 Days Holiday

Company Pension

Employee Assistance Programme

Private Medical

Life Assurance

Qualifications

• Educated to degree level or equivalent.
• Proven experience in leading and managing a team.
• Holder of a Certificate of Professional Competence (CPC).
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail with data interpretation skills.
• IT literate with proficiency in Microsoft Office.
• Valid UK Driver’s License with no more than 6 points.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage a logistics team.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations.
• Plan and coordinate logistics resources.
• Develop and manage departmental budget.
• Investigate and resolve logistics problems.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Data Analysis

Continuous Improvement

Education

Degree or equivalent

Certificate of Professional Competence (CPC)

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Logistics Manager

• Camberwell
• Full-time
• Permanent

About a career with Elis

Elis is an international multi‑service provider, offering textile, hygiene, and facility services solutions. As a leader in the circular economy, we deliver tailor‑made solutions for our customers in the hospitality, healthcare, industrial, and commercial sectors. We are proud of our commitment to our customers and to sustainable development.

Your Mission at Elis

We are looking for an enthusiastic and experienced Logistics Manager to lead, manage, develop and deliver service excellence through an efficient, legally compliant and cost‑effective logistics department. The Logistics Manager will lead, manage and continually develop a team to achieve functional objectives that support the site and company business plan. Working closely with the production team, you will be responsible for driving customer service excellence through a logistics department that operates with maximum efficiency and economy. This role is key to fostering people development and a lean culture within the team.

• Lead, manage, and develop a team, including handling absence, training, driver assessments, and performance reviews.
• Ensure the logistics operation is fully compliant with the company’s Health and Safety Policy, the Operator licence, and all other relevant site, EU, and legal requirements.
• Plan and coordinate resources, including temporary workers, to meet all business logistics requirements.
• Develop and manage the departmental budget, investigating and resolving variances to ensure financial control.
• Investigate and resolve logistics problems by analysing data from systems like Telematics and Dynamics to eliminate inefficient routes, improve service quality, and reduce customer losses.
• Ensure route optimisation savings are achieved and that all routes are profitable.
• Drive continuous improvement through the development and implementation of new efficiencies and added‑value processes, such as LEAN loading/unloading and 5S principles.
• Contribute to reducing environmental impact through optimal route efficiency and economy.
• Maintain excellent working relationships between the logistics, service, and production departments to deliver optimal customer service.

What will make you stand out?

• Educated to degree level or equivalent, and/or proven experience in leading and managing a team within a customer‑focused environment.
• Holder of a Certificate of Professional Competence (CPC).
• A track record of successfully implementing continuous improvement programmes.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to influence and lead effective teams.
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to analyse data and interpret information effectively.
• IT literate, with proficiency in Microsoft Office.
• A valid UK Driver’s License with no more than 6 points.

Desirable:

• Experience with lean (Six Sigma) implementation in a manufacturing or logistics environment.
• Financial knowledge covering budget forecasting.
• A valid HGV 2 licence.

What’s on offer?

• 33 Days Holiday
• Company Pension
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Private Medical
• Life Assurance

Interested?

Then apply online! Your contact person:

Dominic Frimpong
HR Coordinator
Tel: [e-mail]