Regional Logistics Team Leader

Frontier Agriculture; Diss; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading agricultural company in the UK is seeking a Regional Logistics Team Leader based in Diss to oversee logistics operations, manage a team, and improve strategies for efficiency. The ideal candidate will have experience in logistics management, strong leadership skills, and a commitment to customer satisfaction. This permanent, full-time role offers flexible working arrangements and various employee benefits.

Benefits

Flexible working arrangements

25 days holiday per year

Dedicated Learning & Development support

Employee Assistance Program

Enhanced maternity, paternity, and adoption leave benefits

Life Assurance and pension schemes

Up to two days paid volunteer leave

Cycle to Work Scheme

Qualifications

• Proven experience in logistics or supply chain management, preferably in a supervisory role.
• Strong leadership and motivational skills.
• Effective communication skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple priorities.

Responsibilities

• Leading the logistics team to ensure effective operations and delivery.
• Providing daily guidance, coaching, and performance feedback.
• Developing and implementing logistics strategies.
• Monitoring KPIs for team performance and efficiency.

Skills

Leadership

Problem-solving

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Team player

Job description

We are seeking a Regional Logistics Team Leader to join the Frontier team, based in Diss, on a permanent, full-time basis.

Your responsibilities will include overseeing daily logistics operations, ensuring timely and complete delivery of goods, managing and mentoring a team of logistics professionals, and collaborating with various departments to improve efficiency and service levels with a customer-first approach. You will also develop logistics strategies and optimize transportation and warehousing solutions.

The successful candidate will serve as the key link between the logistics team and management, providing support and guidance to meet operational targets.

The Benefits

• Flexible working arrangements (home and site-based, as agreed)
• 25 days holiday per year, with options to purchase additional days
• Dedicated Learning & Development support
• Employee Assistance Program offering 24/7 support for health and wellbeing
• Enhanced maternity, paternity, and adoption leave benefits
• Life Assurance and pension schemes with employer contributions up to 7%
• Up to two days paid volunteer leave annually
• Opportunity to join various employee network groups
• Additional perks including Cycle to Work Scheme, retail discounts, and free eye tests

About You

• Proven experience in logistics or supply chain management, preferably in a supervisory role
• Strong leadership and motivational skills
• Excellent problem-solving and organizational skills
• High numeracy and literacy standards with attention to detail
• Effective communication skills
• Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple priorities
• Commitment to high standards of accuracy and service
• Flexible and supportive team player
• Experience in meeting tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Self-motivated and persistent

Your Role

As a Regional Logistics Team Leader, your duties will include:

• Leading the logistics team to ensure effective operations and delivery
• Providing daily guidance, coaching, and performance feedback
• Focusing on customer satisfaction
• Developing and implementing logistics strategies
• Monitoring KPIs for team performance and efficiency
• Collaborating with other departments to improve processes
• Identifying and leading continuous improvement initiatives
• Resolving operational issues and escalating as needed
• Ensuring health and safety compliance and promoting a safety culture
• Optimizing transportation routes and managing daily workloads
• Providing support during staff absences and high-demand periods
• Ensuring timely product delivery and vehicle utilization
• Communicating logistics issues to stakeholders

We encourage early applications as review and interview scheduling may occur before the closing date. The company reserves the right to withdraw the vacancy at any stage.

About Us

Frontier is the UK's leading crop production and grain marketing company, with over 1,000 employees and a turnover exceeding £1.5 billion. We aim to be the preferred employer in UK agriculture, fostering a culture centered on our core values: Integrity, Customer First, and Expertise ('ICE').

Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

We promote equality of opportunity and encourage applications from diverse backgrounds to foster a workforce that brings fresh ideas and contributes to our success.