Logistics Manager

Saica Flex; Wigan; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading sustainable packaging company in Wigan is seeking a Logistics Manager to oversee warehouse and logistics operations. The ideal candidate will have a degree in Logistics, significant experience in logistics management, and knowledge of BREXIT regulations. Responsibilities include leading the Warehouse Team, managing stock control, and ensuring compliance with health and safety standards. This role offers opportunities for professional growth within a purpose-driven organization.

Benefits

Friendly atmosphere

Progression opportunities

Employee of the Month Award

25 days holiday plus Bank Holidays

Company Sick Pay Scheme

Refer a Friend Scheme of £500

Cycle to Work Scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Employee Discount Platform

Free Tea / Coffee

Qualifications

• 5 years of experience in leading a logistics function.
• Knowledge of LEAN methodologies and change management.
• Strong track record in delivering results in complex environments.

Responsibilities

• Oversee warehouse and logistics operations.
• Lead procurement and stock management.
• Manage the Warehouse Team to ensure compliance with health and safety standards.

Skills

Logistics management

Process optimisation

Team leadership

ERP systems experience

BREXIT regulation knowledge

Education

Degree in Logistics or Business

Tools

SAP

Job description

Company description

Saica Group offers sustainable paper solutions for the manufacture of corrugated board and flexible packaging, promoting circularity in waste management. With more than 12,000 employees and a presence in 11 countries (Spain, France, Italy, Portugal, the United Kingdom, Ireland, Turkey, Luxembourg, the Netherlands, Poland, and the United States), Saica Group has four business lines: the production of recycled paper for corrugated cardboard (Saica Paper), waste management and environmental services (Saica Natur), the production of corrugated board packaging (Saica Pack), and flexible packaging (Saica Flex).

Job description

At Saica Group, we are more than an organisation; we are a community committed to driving sustainable paper solutions for corrugated board and packaging while championing circularity in waste management. With over 10,000 colleagues in 11 countries, our rich history spanning 80 years and our unwavering dedication to our mission and values, we invite you to be part of a journey that leaves a lasting impact.

Our Flex division produces a range of flexible plastic films, with our site in Wigan manufacturing products for major food retailers and suppliers.

We are now seeking a motivated candidate to join our team and build a career in the print industry.

Sustainability at Saica begins with our values – we care, we value and we challenge.

Why Choose Us :

By joining the Saica Group, you are choosing more than a job – you are choosing a purpose-driven career that aligns with your values. You will collaborate with like-minded individuals to shape a sustainable future, making a meaningful contribution to our world.

Join Us Today and Shape Tomorrow's Sustainable Solutions with the Saica Group.

About the role :

We are offering an exciting opportunity for a Logistics Manager to join our team.

You will be responsible for overseeing and managing the company's overall warehouse and logistics strategy and operations in order to maximize the process efficiency and productivity. This includes the on-site warehousing at our Wigan site and the import & export of both raw materials and finished goods from the EU and beyond.

You will work closely with internal colleagues and customers and a range of external suppliers and transport companies, ensuring that the Warehouse Team delivers in line with customer requirements.

Accountabilities :

• Lead the Warehouse team, ensuring compliance with Company, site and regulatory standards and that all processes and systems are operated in line with site health and safety, environmental and quality standards including BRC, ISO14001 & A2 Permit. Be a role model of health and safety culture across the team, aiming for a zero accidents warehouse operation.
• Oversee all the key stages within the Logistics operation including goods in, goods out, stock management & control, stock integrity, housekeeping and general maintenance. Ensure stock damage is kept to a minimum via the ongoing development of appropriate work practices and control mechanisms.
• Your area of Accountability includes Warehousing, Transport and Logistics at the Wigan site.
• Lead procurement to source the right transport for our products for delivery in the UK, EU countries and beyond by planning and implementing a transport solution for our business ensuring agreed delivery targets are met.
• Control our stock. Oversee all RM and FG storage, handling and distribution. Deliver accurate and timely monthly stock checks.
• Become an expert in the import / export procedures following BREXIT in order to expedite swiftly any issues associated with blocked deliveries into the site or outward to customers.
• Manage the costs involved in your area while maintaining safety and quality of the SC.
• Manage and motivate the whole Warehouse team and deliver their development.
• Make and own action plans to improve the overall Logistics performance.

Skills and Attributes :

• Ideally qualified to degree level in Logistics, BREXIT regulation and Business practices.
• Experience in process optimisation, LEAN methodologies as well as organisational change management.
• Experience in ERP systems, preferably SAP
• 5 years of successful experience in leading a relevant SC function.
• Experience in building and leading a team on delivering against KPIs.
• Able to give strong “STAR” examples of results delivery in a complex environment.

What do we offer?

• Friendly atmosphere
• Progression
• Employee of the Month Award (monthly and annually)
• Holiday entitlement 25 days plus Bank Holidays
• Company Sick Pay Scheme (available after 12 months of continuous service)
• Refer a Friend Scheme of £500
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Employee Discount Platform
• Eye test vouchers
• Free Tea / Coffee

Working shift pattern :

Monday to Friday 37.5 hours

Interested? If you have a can-do, will-do approach to join a hardworking, dynamic, passionate, manufacturing team, please send your CV today.

Job requirements

You will enjoy working at Saica if you : Care : Are a team-player, support your colleagues and share your ideas It’s important that you want an inclusive workplace that promotes and values diversity Value : Have high standards, want to achieve good quality and great service Challenge : You are self-motivated to improve and achieve. You are open and transparent, tell it as it is. Specific skills or experience requirements will be shown in the job description.