Logistics Manager - UK & International, Lead Small Team

Netbox Recruitment Ltd; Bexleyheath; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Netbox Recruitment Ltd is supporting a client near Bexley with an experienced Logistics Manager role. You will lead a small team, manage UK domestic and international logistics, coordinate imports/exports, and ensure on-time delivery, cost control and regulatory compliance.

The role suits hands-on leaders with strong organisational and communication skills who can optimise processes and work closely with hauliers, freight forwarders and internal departments.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a Logistics Management or similar supervisory role.
• Experience managing a small team.
• Strong knowledge of UK domestic logistics and distribution.
• Experience of international logistics, imports, exports and freight forwarding.
• A good understanding of customs procedures and international shipping documentation.
• Excellent organisational, communication and problem-solving skills.
• The ability to work independently, prioritise workloads and make decisions.
• A hands-on approach with the ability to lead by example.
• Confidence dealing with suppliers, transport companies and internal stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Manage and oversee all UK domestic and international logistics operations.
• Lead, motivate and support a small team of three, ensuring day-to-day activities run efficiently.
• Manage domestic and international transport, freight forwarding and shipping arrangements.
• Coordinate imports and exports, ensuring all relevant documentation and customs requirements are met.
• Liaise with hauliers, freight forwarders, couriers and other third-party logistics providers.
• Monitor delivery performance, resolve transport issues and proactively manage delays.
• Review and manage logistics costs, identifying opportunities for efficiencies and savings.
• Ensure compliance with relevant transport, customs and international shipping regulations.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with internal departments, suppliers and external partners.
• Continuously look for ways to improve logistics processes and operational performance.

Skills

Logistics management

Team leadership

UK logistics

Imports/Exports

Customs procedures

Documentation

Communication

Problem solving

Decision making

Job description

Netbox Recruitment Ltd is supporting a client near Bexley with an experienced Logistics Manager role. You will lead a small team, manage UK domestic and international logistics, coordinate imports/exports, and ensure on-time delivery, cost control and regulatory compliance.

The role suits hands-on leaders with strong organisational and communication skills who can optimise processes and work closely with hauliers, freight forwarders and internal departments.