Assistant Logistics Manager

Auxilia Group Recruitment; Cork; On-site; EUR 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Auxilia Group Recruitment is recruiting for an Assistant Logistics Manager on behalf of our client, a well-established FMCG company in Cork. This permanent role reports to the Head of Logistics and focuses on leading a busy logistics team to ensure efficient receipt, storage and distribution of products.

You will oversee KPI reporting, drive performance improvements, manage budgets, and ensure compliance with policies and regulations.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years' experience in a logistics, transport, warehousing, or supply chain management role.
• Educational qualification in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Business Management, or related discipline.
• Demonstrable experience managing and developing operational teams.
• Strong understanding of warehouse operations, transport management, inventory control, and customer service.
• Experience managing KPIs, budgets, productivity, and operational performance.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and people management skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Proficiency in Warehouse Management Systems (WMS), Transport Management Systems (TMS), and Microsoft Office applications.

Responsibilities

• Support the Head of Logistics in managing the logistics department and deputise in their absence.
• Lead, motivate, and develop the logistics team.
• Conduct performance reviews, coaching sessions, and employee development plans.
• Establish clear objectives, KPIs, and accountability measures across the team.
• Oversee daily logistics operations to ensure efficient receipt, storage, and distribution of products.
• Monitor transport performance, warehouse productivity, stock accuracy, and service levels.
• Develop and report on operational KPIs and service metrics.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, customer requirements, and applicable regulations.

Skills

Leadership

Team development

Performance reviews

KPIs

Problem solving

Analytical thinking

Communication

Education

Logistics / Supply Chain degree

Tools

WMS

TMS

Microsoft Office

Job description

Auxilia Group Recruitment are currently recruiting for an Assistant Logistics Manager on behalf of our client, an established company within the fmcg sector. This is a permanent opportunity based in Cork.

Role:

• Support the Head of Logistics in managing the logistics department and deputise in their absence.
• Lead, motivate, and develop the logistics team.
• Conduct performance reviews, coaching sessions, and employee development plans.
• Establish clear objectives, KPIs, and accountability measures across the team.
• Oversee daily logistics operations to ensure efficient receipt, storage, and distribution of products.
• Monitor transport performance, warehouse productivity, stock accuracy, and service levels.
• Develop and report on operational KPIs and service metrics.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, customer requirements, and applicable regulations.

Requirements:

• Minimum 5 years' experience in a logistics, transport, warehousing, or supply chain management role.
• Educational qualification in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Business Management, or related discipline.
• Demonstrable experience managing and developing operational teams.
• Strong understanding of warehouse operations, transport management, inventory control, and customer service.
• Experience managing KPIs, budgets, productivity, and operational performance.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and people management skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Proficiency in Warehouse Management Systems (WMS), Transport Management Systems (TMS), and Microsoft Office applications.