Logistics Manager | Lead Warehouse Ops & KPI Improvement

Lawrence Dean Recruitment; Shefford; Presencial; GBP 45.000 - 60.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Ownership of key operational function

Leadership role with strategy impact

Develop warehouse and logistics team

Drive systems and continuous-improves

34.5 hours per week, Mon-Fri

Descripción de la vacante

Lawrence Dean Recruitment is assisting a well‑established manufacturing business to recruit a Logistics Manager. You will lead warehouse operations, inventory control and end‑to‑end logistics, with a strong emphasis on safety and customer service.

You will manage a team, optimise processes and implement improvements across WMS, ERP and transport partners, delivering measurable efficiency gains. Monday–Friday pattern, 34.5 hours per week.

Formación

• Experience in a logistics, warehouse or distribution management role within manufacturing.
• Experience leading and developing warehouse teams, driving performance.
• Track record of improving operational performance, productivity and service levels.
• Experience implementing or managing a WMS with data integrity and process optimisation.
• Strong understanding of inventory, distribution and logistics best practices.
• Solid knowledge of health and safety requirements in warehouse environments.

Responsabilidades

• Lead all warehouse, logistics and distribution activities ensuring safe, efficient operations.
• Oversee inbound/outbound logistics, transport coordination and carrier relationships.
• Drive accuracy in order picking/packing/despatch with a focus on customer satisfaction.
• Monitor KPIs, identify gaps and implement improvement plans.
• Own stock control, cycle counts and inventory accuracy.
• Develop and optimise the Warehouse Management System (WMS).
• Identify opportunities for process improvements, automation and waste reduction.
• Maintain health and safety standards, audits and incident investigations.
• Recruit, lead, motivate and develop a high-performing team.
• Collaborate with manufacturing, supply chain, IT and external transport partners.

Conocimientos

Leadership

Team development

Data analysis

KPIs & performance

Stakeholder management

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Problem solving

Health and safety knowledge

ERP integration knowledge

Warehouse automation awareness

Educación

Logistics / Supply Chain qualification

Lean / Six Sigma qualification

Herramientas

Warehouse Management System (WMS)

ERP systems

Microsoft Office

Descripción del empleo

Lawrence Dean Recruitment is assisting a well‑established manufacturing business to recruit a Logistics Manager. You will lead warehouse operations, inventory control and end‑to‑end logistics, with a strong emphasis on safety and customer service.

You will manage a team, optimise processes and implement improvements across WMS, ERP and transport partners, delivering measurable efficiency gains. Monday–Friday pattern, 34.5 hours per week.