Senior Logistics Manager

JR United Kingdom; Northampton; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading logistics company is seeking a dynamic Contract Logistics Manager to oversee operations for a high-value logistics contract. The role involves managing a fleet, ensuring compliance, and achieving performance targets. Candidates should possess strong leadership skills and a track record in contract management, aiming for enhanced service delivery and efficiency.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3-5 years in contract logistics or fleet management.
• Experience with contracts valued at £1 million or more.
• Strong leadership and team management skills required.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily operations for a fleet of 15 trucks, ensuring on time delivery.
• Lead compliance with transport regulations and company policies.
• Serve as primary client contact, ensuring stakeholder engagement.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Negotiation

Client Relationship Management

Commercial Acumen

Transport Legislation Understanding

Logistics Software Proficiency

Education

CPC Qualification (National or International)

Full UK Driving Licence

Tools

Logistics Software

Microsoft Office

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Our client are seeking a results-driven Contract Logistics Manager to oversee the end-to-end management of a high-value logistics contract worth multiple millions.

About the Role

The successful candidate will be responsible for the operational and commercial performance of a fleet of around 15 trucks based on a customer’s site, ensuring efficient service delivery, compliance, and client satisfaction. This is a pivotal role for a logistics professional with a proven track record in fleet and contract management, based across Leicestershire/Northamptonshire.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage daily logistics operations for a fleet of 15 trucks, ensuring on time delivery and optimal vehicle utilisation.
• Oversee the logistics contract, ensuring commercial performance targets and service level agreements (SLAs) are met or exceeded.
• Act as the primary point of contact for the client, ensuring strong stakeholder engagement and proactive issue resolution.
• Develop and implement operational strategies to improve efficiency, reduce costs, and enhance service quality.
• Ensure full compliance with all transport regulations, health & safety standards, and company policies.
• Manage and motivate a team of drivers and support staff, fostering a performance-driven culture.
• Monitor KPIs and generate regular reports on operational performance, financials, and compliance.
• Liaise with maintenance teams to ensure fleet reliability and minimal downtime.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives across operations and customer service.
• Ensuring the financial budget set for the contract is achieved.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in contract logistics, fleet management, or transport operations (minimum 3–5 years).

Required Skills

• Strong commercial acumen with experience managing contracts valued at £1 million or more.
• Excellent leadership and team management skills.
• Strong communication, negotiation, and client relationship management abilities.
• In-depth understanding of transport legislation and industry best practices.
• Proficiency in using logistics software and Microsoft Office tools.
• CPC qualification (National or International) is highly desirable.
• Full UK Driving Licence.

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