Logistics Manager - 3PL

Michael Page (UK); Colchester; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a Logistics Manager - 3PL in Colchester for a 3-month contract. You'll oversee 3PL performance and manage relationships to ensure cost efficiency. Ideal candidates have experience in FMCG logistics and strong stakeholder management skills. Start immediately with competitive remuneration.

Benefits

Competitive base salary

Immediate start date

On-site with 3PL partner

Qualifications

• Proven experience in managing 3PL relationships within an FMCG environment.
• Strong commercial acumen with logistics budgeting and contract management.
• A track record of driving operational improvements and delivering cost efficiencies.

Responsibilities

• Overseeing day-to-day performance of 3PL partners.
• Developing and monitoring KPIs for operational excellence.
• Managing logistics budgets for cost-effective solutions.
• Leading continuous improvement projects in supply chain processes.
• Acting as the point of contact between stakeholders and logistics providers.
• Supporting international expansion with scalable logistics solutions.
• Ensuring compliance with regulations and company policies.

Skills

Managing 3PL relationships

Logistics budgeting

Operational improvements

Stakeholder management

Communication skills

Fast-paced environment

Job description

Must be immediately available - Initial 3 month role

About Our Client

Our client is a rapidly growing, sustainability-driven FMCG business with a strong presence across the UK and international markets. With a dynamic and entrepreneurial culture, they are passionate about delivering high-quality consumer products while driving innovation in the industry.

Job Description

Reporting to the Fulfilment Manager, the Logistics Manager - 3PL will play a pivotal role in managing the end-to-end relationship with third-party logistics providers, ensuring best-in-class service, cost efficiency, and scalability as the business continues its growth trajectory.

Key responsibilities will include:

• Overseeing day-to-day performance of 3PL partners across warehousing, fulfilment, and transportation.
• Developing and monitoring KPIs to drive operational excellence and service improvements.
• Managing logistics budgets, ensuring cost-effective solutions without compromising service.
• Leading continuous improvement projects to optimise supply chain processes.
• Acting as the main point of contact between internal stakeholders and logistics providers.
• Supporting international expansion through scalable and flexible logistics solutions.
• Ensuring compliance with industry regulations and company policies.

The Successful Applicant

The ideal Logistics Manager - 3PL will be based in Colchester on site with the 3PL partner and will have the following skillset:

• Proven experience in managing 3PL relationships within an FMCG or consumer goods environment.
• Strong commercial acumen with experience in logistics budgeting and contract management.
• A track record of driving operational improvements and delivering cost efficiencies.
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills.
• The ability to thrive in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment.
• Immediately available to start 3 month contract

What's on Offer

On offer fro the successful candidate is the following:

• Competitive base salary
• Immediate start date
• On-site with 3PL partner