Operations and Logistics Manager

ZipRecruiter; England; On-site; GBP 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Une organisation caritative recherchée un Operations and Logistics Manager pour diriger son bras commercial. Le rôle inclut la supervision des ventes, l'engagement client, ainsi que la gestion des opérations et de la logistique. Nous recherchons un leader dynamique ayant une forte capacité à inspirer et à motiver une équipe tout en atteignant des objectifs stratégiques pour maximiser l'impact social.

Benefits

32 jours de congés annuels

Régime de retraite

Salaire compétitif

Qualifications

• Expérience dans la gestion des opérations, du commerce ou de la logistique.
• Capacité à travailler au niveau senior et à représenter l'organisation.
• Compétences en gestion d'équipe et motivation.

Responsibilities

• Diriger les opérations du bras commercial.
• Assurer la conformité réglementaire et les standards de qualité.
• Travailler avec l'équipe de direction pour développer des stratégies.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Logistique

Gestion des opérations

Préparation financière

Tools

Microsoft Office

Sage

Job description

Job Description

Operations and Logistics Manager

Are you a dynamic and hands-on leader with strong commercial acumen, logistical oversight, and people management skills?

We are seeking a Trading Manager to oversee the charity’s trading arm, ensuring effective sale and distribution of white goods and beds, aligning with strategic goals, ensuring efficiency, and maximising social impact.

Position: Operations and Logistics Manager (internally known as Trading Manager)

Location: Leicester, site-based

Hours: Full-time (37 hours per week)

Salary: £35,000

Contract: Permanent

Benefits: Competitive salary, 32 days’ annual leave (pro rata for part-time roles) including Bank Holidays, pension scheme

Closing Date: 18th July 2025

Interview Date: W/C 18th August 2025

The Role

We are looking for a Trading Manager to support the strategic aims of the charity and the Chief Executive Officer.

You will collaborate with the Senior Leadership Team to develop and implement trading strategies and policies, ensuring alignment with the charity's mission, vision, and values.

Your responsibilities include ensuring the smooth operation of the trading arm, maintaining contractual and regulatory compliance, quality assurance, and achieving targets set by the Board of Trustees.

Key responsibilities include:

1. Strategic and Commercial Leadership
2. Sales and Customer Engagement
3. Supply Chain and Procurement
4. Logistics and Distribution
5. Premises Management
6. Financial Oversight
7. Team Leadership and HR
8. Health and Safety and Compliance

About You

Applicants should have proven experience managing operations, retail, logistics, or trading within a commercial or social enterprise setting.

You will possess:

• Excellent leadership, interpersonal, and communication skills
• A strong team ethic, with the ability to motivate and inspire staff
• The capacity to operate at a senior level and represent The Goods Depot externally
• Decision-making, multi-tasking, prioritisation, and delegation skills
• Commercial awareness and financial literacy for managing budgets and targets
• Proficiency in IT, including Microsoft Office, Teams, and operational software (e.g., Sage, stock management, route planning systems)
• Effective networking and liaising skills across sectors and departments
• Ability to meet targets and work under tight deadlines
• Flexibility to work occasional evenings and weekends

Applicants should demonstrate a commitment to diversity and equality, hold a full driving license, have access to own transport, and be willing to travel regionally.

If you are a strategic thinker capable of translating vision into actionable plans, we encourage you to apply today!

About the Organisation

The charity believes everyone deserves a decent standard of living, including adequate food, shelter, warmth, and cleanliness. We provide funding to supply essential items to those in need.

As an equal opportunity employer, we particularly welcome applications from minority backgrounds or underrepresented groups within our workforce.

Relevant experience may include Trading, Dispatch, Goods, Product, Operations, Supply Chain, Procurement, Logistics, and managerial roles in these areas.

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PLEASE NOTE: This role is advertised by NFP People on behalf of the organisation.