Logistics Manager

Fleet News group; West Lindsey; On-site; GBP 54,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Fleet News group is seeking a Logistics Manager to lead a busy distribution operation in the UK, ensuring deliveries are on time, within budget and aligned with safety and quality standards. You will oversee transport, storage and distribution, develop a high-performing team, manage third-party providers and drive continuous improvements to cost, service levels and overall efficiency.

This permanent, full-time role offers Monday to Friday on-site work, with opportunities to shape how goods move

Qualifications

• Senior logistics/transport or supply chain management with leadership responsibilities.
• Strong knowledge of transport, distribution and regulatory requirements.
• Experience managing budgets, supplier relationships and performance targets.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel for reporting and analysis.
• CPC qualification or a related degree is advantageous.
• Working hours Monday to Friday, on-site.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily transport, storage and distribution activities, ensuring on-time deliveries within budget.
• Lead and develop operational teams, managing performance and training.
• Manage transport providers, fleet performance and third-party partners, monitoring costs and service standards.
• Collaborate with warehouse teams to maintain stock records and control movements.
• Ensure compliance with transport legislation, health and safety regulations.
• Analyze performance metrics and implement cost-saving improvements.

Skills

Leadership

Budget management

ERP systems

Excel reporting

Transport & distribution

Education

CPC qualification

Related degree

Tools

ERP systems

WMS

Transport systems

Job description

Getting products to the right place, at the right time and at the right cost takes more than good planning. It takes someone who can lead people, improve performance and keep operations running smoothly. As a Logistics Manager, you'll take ownership of a busy distribution operation, making a real difference to efficiency, customer service and the bottom line.

You’ll be joining an established business specialising in industrial gases and chemical blending, with the opportunity to shape how goods move through the supply chain, develop your team and introduce improvements that deliver measurable results.

What’s in it for you

• £60,000 annual salary.
• Permanent, full-time position with Monday to Friday working hours.
• The opportunity to take ownership of day-to-day distribution and transport operations.
• The chance to lead, coach and develop an established operational team.
• Real influence over cost control, service levels and operational improvements.
• A key role within a specialist business that is expanding its distribution function.

Your responsibilities as Logistics Manager

• Oversee daily transport, storage and distribution activities, ensuring deliveries are completed safely, on time and within budget.
• Lead and develop operational teams, managing performance, training and resources to meet business demands.
• Manage transport providers, fleet performance and third-party partners, monitoring costs, compliance and service standards.
• Work closely with warehouse teams to maintain accurate stock records, control movements and minimise losses.
• Ensure compliance with transport legislation, health and safety regulations and relevant industry standards.
• Analyse operational performance, report on key metrics and implement improvements that reduce costs and increase efficiency.

What we’re looking for in a Logistics Manager

• Previous experience in a senior logistics, transport or supply chain management position, with responsibility for leading operational teams.
• Strong knowledge of transport, distribution, supply chain operations and relevant regulatory requirements.
• Experience managing budgets, supplier relationships, performance targets and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Confident using ERP, warehouse management or transport systems, alongside Microsoft Excel for reporting and analysis.
• A CPC qualification, relevant degree or experience within manufacturing, distribution or FMCG would be advantageous.
• Working hours: Monday to Friday, full-time, on-site.