Senior Logistics Manager

JR United Kingdom; Derby; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global manufacturer is seeking a Senior Logistics Manager to oversee logistics operations across the UK. This role includes managing delivery processes, compliance, and fleet optimisation, all while contributing to operational efficiency. Ideal candidates will have significant logistics management experience in manufacturing and hold a CPC qualification. Hybrid working options and a competitive remuneration package are offered, reflecting the importance of this role within the organisation.

Benefits

Car Allowance of £7,500

Company pension

15% Bonus

Positive workplace culture

Monday to Friday working hours

Qualifications

• Experience as Logistics Manager or similar in manufacturing supplying international markets.
• Demonstrable experience managing operations and teams.
• Experience using TMS and vehicle tracking technologies.

Responsibilities

• Manage last mile delivery processes, export logistics, and compliance.
• Plan and optimise fleet utilisation and routing.
• Lead Goods Out team for accurate dispatch and delivery operations.

Skills

Logistics Management

Planning Operations

Fleet Management

Compliance and Safety Standards

Transport Management Systems (TMS)

Education

Certificate of Professional Competence (CPC) in Road Transport Management

Job description

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A Senior Logistics Manager required for a Global leading manufacturer. This company employs staff globally and are actively searching for a Senior Logistics Manager for their large reach of Plants within the UK. The role is national and travelling is expected within the regions of Midlands and South Yorkshire.
What's in it for you as a Senior Logistics Manager?

• £60,000-65,000 (depending on experience)
• A car Allowance of £7,500
• Company pension
• 15% Bonus
• Hybrid options
• A positive workplace cultured focused around honesty and integrity
• Monday to Friday - 08:30am to 16:30pm

Key Responsibilities of the Senior Logistics Manager will include:

• Manage the last mile delivery process across the UK including export logistics and compliance such as documentation, customs clearance, Incoterms and Freight Forwarders
• Work to Delivery On Time In Full (DOTIF) targets delivering improvements to the efficiency and costs
• Plan and optimise fleet utilisation, routing and final mile logistics
• Ensure full legal compliance including Operators Licence management, fleet condition and general Health & Safety standards.
• Oversee haulier contract agreements, rate governance, and onboarding processes.
• Lead the Goods Out team to achieve timely, accurate dispatch and delivery operations.
• Working alongside the national logistics function, build a plan to evolve the fleet and unlock CO2e reductions

For the Senior Logistics Manager Qualifications and Experience needed are;

• Experience as Logistics Manager or similar within a manufacturing environment supplying to international markets
• Certificate of Professional Competence (CPC) in Road Transport Management
• Experience managing Goods Out and a Fleet of Drivers and Vehicles
• Demonstrable experience planning operations and managing teams
• Experience using Transport Management Systems (TMS) and vehicle tracking technologies