Logistics Manager

Logistics Manager

Are you a Logistics Manager with a passion for driving efficient, customer-focused supply chain operations in a global organisation? Do you have strong experience across inventory control, transport, distribution, and international logistics, with the leadership skills to optimise end-to-end logistics performance?

Our exclusive client, a growing global technology manufacturing organisation, is looking for an experienced Logistics Manager to take ownership of their UK-based stores, dispatch, and logistics operations. You will play a key role in ensuring products move efficiently across multiple locations, inventory is well controlled and optimised, and third-party logistics partners deliver to the highest standards. Working closely with Supply Chain, Operations, R&D, customers, and logistics providers, you will help support global operations during an exciting period of growth.

Key Responsibilities of the Logistics Manager:

• Oversee the day-to-day management of UK-based stores, dispatch, and logistics operations.
• Manage the internal and external flow of materials across the supply chain.
• Ensure robust inventory controls are in place to optimise stock levels and support high levels of customer satisfaction.
• Implement and improve logistics policies, processes, data analytics, and performance metrics.
• Ensure the logistics function is proactive in supporting excellent customer service levels.
• Manage compliance with key customer packaging and distribution requirements.
• Develop and maintain tools and processes to support effective stock management.
• Control third-party logistics relationships and associated costs across the global supply chain.
• Align and optimise IT systems across group inventory and 3PL partners.
• Negotiate and manage transport agreements with carriers and logistics providers.
• Ensure compliance with customs regulations and documentation for international shipments.
• Oversee import/export activities and maintain trade compliance requirements.
• Ensure forecasting is aligned with group processes and engage effectively with relevant stakeholders.

Required experience for the Logistics Manager:

• Proven experience managing end-to-end supply chain processes and logistics disciplines.
• Proven exerience with Incoterms.
• Strong knowledge of fulfilment functions and parcel delivery networks.
• Awareness of international shipping requirements and Incoterms.
• Experience working with MRP and ERP systems.
• Strong communication and leadership skills, with the ability to manage stakeholders across all levels of the business and external partners.
• Self-motivated, accountable, and comfortable working in fast-paced environments.
• A proactive, can-do attitude with a focus on delivering results at pace.
• A relevant business qualification, such as a postgraduate degree in Supply Chain Management or similar.
• Flexibility around working hours and locations when required.
• Willingness to travel internationally, at times extensively.

Location:-Watford
Work Schedule:-Full-time, flexitime policy in place

If you are a driven logistics professional with a passion for operational excellence, global supply chain management, and delivering high levels of customer satisfaction, apply today.

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