Logistics Operations Manager

Acu-IT.net; Hampton Lovett; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading dairy company is seeking a Logistics Operations Manager to oversee its distribution team. The role involves ensuring the efficient delivery of milk products while leading a dedicated team, managing compliance, and driving continuous improvement. Attractive salary and benefits package offered.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Up to 15% annual bonus

Private Medical Insurance

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Career Progression Opportunities

Qualifications

• Proven experience in senior-level transport operations.
• Experience in milk or food logistics is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop a high-performing logistics team.
• Ensure compliance with Health & Safety regulations.
• Manage transport operations including staffing and cost control.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Analytical mindset

ICT proficiency

Education

Licence CPC Certification

IOSH Certification

Job description

Company Description

Job description:

About The Business

Mller UK & Ireland?is wholly owned by Unternehmensgruppe Theo Mller which employs over 31,000 people throughout Europe. In the UK, Mller Milk & Ingredients (MMI) develops, manufactures and markets a wide range of branded and private label dairy products made with milk from 1,300 farmers in Britain. Mller is ranked within the top 20 in The Grocers Top 100 list of Britains Biggest Brands and is picked from shelves millions of times each year.

Mller Milk & Ingredients Distribution (MMID) is the distribution arm for MMI. Operating a nationwide logistics network across multiple dairies and distribution depots, delivering 1 billion litres of milk annually to more than 6,000 locations. MMID optimises its supply chain to enhance efficiency, sustainability and service quality.

About The Role

We are seeking a dynamic and experiencedLogistics Operations Managerto lead our Droitwich Logistics team. This is a pivotal role responsible for ensuring the cost-efficient delivery of finished milk products while maintaining exceptional service standards. Youll lead a high-performing team, drive continuous improvement, and ensure compliance with all legal and safety standards.

Role: LogisticsOperations Manager

Location: Droitwich (WR9 0LW)

Contract: Full Time/Permanent

Shift: Monday-Friday (40 hours)

Operations Manager Key Responsibilities

• Lead and develop a high-performing logistics team.
• Ensure compliance with Health & Safety and Environmental Management Systems.
• Manage transport operations, including rota planning, staffing, and cost control.
• Deliver against KPIs and site targets.
• Drive customer service excellence for both internal and external stakeholders.
• Identify and implement cost-saving initiatives.
• Ensure legal compliance for drivers and vehicles.
• Budget responsibility.
• Contingency planning and incident control.
• Manage people, including performance reviews, development, coaching, employee relations and succession plans.
  
  

What Were Looking For

• Proven experience in senior-level transport operations.
• Strong leadership, coaching, and people management skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Analytical mindset with a proactive approach to problem-solving.
• Knowledge of haulage legislation and employment law.
• ICT proficiency and data-driven decision-making skills
  
  

Experience & Qualifications

• Transport operational leadership (essential)
• Licence CPC Certification (essential)
• IOSH Certification (desirable)
• Experience in milk or food logistics (desirable)
  
  

Why Join Us?

Youll be part of a forward-thinking logistics team within a leading dairy business, where innovation, teamwork, and excellence are at the heart of everything we do. If youre ready to take ownership, inspire others, and make a real impactthis is the role for you.

In return for your dedication and leadership, we offer a range of benefits designed to support your wellbeing and professional growth;

• Competitive salary
• Up to 15% annual bonus
• 4 x Life Assurance policy
• £550 Car Allowance or Company Car
• Partner Private Medical Insurance
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
• Enhanced Maternity & Paternity Family Leave
• Enhanced Bereavement Leave
• Pension Employer Contribution Scheme(matched up to 8%)
• Exclusive access to Mller Rewards, offering a variety of online and in-store discounts
• Business Supplied IT Equipment
• Concessionary products
• Career Progression and Development Opportunities
  
  

Ready to lead the way in milk logistics?

Apply now and help shape the future of milk supply logistics. Please note that applications will be reviewed 23rd June.

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