Logistics Site General Manager – Transport & Warehouse Lead

DHL; Bristol; On-site; GBP 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading logistics company in Bristol is seeking a General Manager to oversee high-impact logistics operations. You will manage transport and warehouse processes, drive performance, and inspire your teams to deliver excellence. The ideal candidate will have experience in large-scale logistics, strong leadership skills, and a proactive mindset. This role offers competitive pay and a range of benefits including a company car or allowance.

Benefits

Company Car or Car Allowance

Free confidential 24/7 GP Service

Hundreds of discounts (including Retail, Childcare + Gym)

Affordable loans & Enhanced Pension Scheme

24/7 employee support service

Qualifications

• Experience in transport and warehousing processes.
• Demonstrated leadership managing multiple reporting layers.
• Strong stakeholder management skills.
• Hands-on approach to change initiatives.
• Ability to lead without direct supervision.

Responsibilities

• Oversee transport and warehouse operations.
• Lead a team to deliver logistics performance.
• Monitor key performance indicators for profitability.
• Champion a Safety-First culture.
• Align resource planning with volume forecasts.

Skills

Managing large-scale logistics operations

Leadership in line management

Strong commercial acumen

Strategic planning

Proactive mindset

Education

International CPC (Certificate of Professional Competence)

Job description

A leading logistics company in Bristol is seeking a General Manager to oversee high-impact logistics operations. You will manage transport and warehouse processes, drive performance, and inspire your teams to deliver excellence. The ideal candidate will have experience in large-scale logistics, strong leadership skills, and a proactive mindset. This role offers competitive pay and a range of benefits including a company car or allowance.