Senior Logistics & Fleet Operations Manager

Red Door Recruitment; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free parking

Dress-down environment

Company pension

Annual bonus

Future progression opportunities

Job summary

Red Door Recruitment is seeking a proactive Logistics Operations Manager to join a growing construction-focused business in Cambridge. You will manage day-to-day logistics, fleet, stock control and the supply chain, while leading a team of three and driving improvements across the operation.

The successful candidate will have hands-on experience in logistics or supply chain within construction or building supplies, excellent organisation and communication skills, and a commercially minded

Qualifications

• Previous experience in logistics, operations, transport, or supply chain management.
• Experience supervising a team or coordinating staff.
• Strong organisational and prioritisation skills in a fast-paced environment.
• Commercial awareness with ability to drive operational improvements.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day logistics operation, ensuring goods and materials are delivered efficiently and on time.
• Lead, manage and develop a team of three, setting objectives and monitoring performance.
• Coordinate stock movements, inventory control, and replenishment activities.
• Manage supplier and transport provider relationships to achieve cost-effective and timely deliveries.
• Monitor fleet utilisation and day-to-day transport requirements.
• Identify operational risks and implement solutions to minimise disruption and maintain service levels.
• Report on operational performance and key business objectives to senior management.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, procedures, and health and safety requirements.
• Resolve delivery, supply chain, and operational issues in a proactive and timely manner.
• Maintain accurate logistics, stock, and supplier records.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives to streamline processes and improve efficiency.
• Build strong relationships with customers, suppliers, and internal stakeholders.

Skills

Logistics management

Team leadership

Supply chain

Cost control

Tools

Microsoft Excel

ERP systems

Job description

Red Door Recruitment is seeking a proactive Logistics Operations Manager to join a growing construction-focused business in Cambridge. You will manage day-to-day logistics, fleet, stock control and the supply chain, while leading a team of three and driving improvements across the operation.

The successful candidate will have hands-on experience in logistics or supply chain within construction or building supplies, excellent organisation and communication skills, and a commercially minded