Industry leading UK Manufacturer backed by a major global group are looking for a Logistics Manager to join their business in Chesterfield. In this role you will be reporting into General Manager and helping him to further maintain and improve the Transport & Logistics experience for the business. You will play a big part in Route & capacity planning and material flow whilst being quite hands on in your approach. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in running a logistics team for a busy manufacturing business and will be a strong communicator, strategic thinker & someone who is a great problem solver. You will be working with all areas of the business and will play a key role in the smooth execution of the Role: Logistics Manager Salary: up to £45k + benefits Location: Chesterfield The responsibilities for the Logistics Manager will be:-
* Communicate clearly and effectively with all of the internal Stakeholders in the business
* Planning & Managing the Logistics function for the business
* Supporting all areas of the business to achieve the strategic plan and organic growth
* Driving best practice in regards to Health, Safety & Environmental accountability from a Logistics Standpoint
* Overseeing, mentoring and developing the team around you
Skills & Experience Requirements for the Logistics Manager
* Tangible history of experience & success within manufacturing logistics
* Strong experience of fleet transport (route planning)
* Demonstrable experience of strategic planning (capacity planning, material flow)
* Experience of leading, developing and mentoring a small team
* FLT License is preffered
This is a great opportunity for a Logistics Manager to make a difference in a well established business and work within a structured framework whilst being granted the autonomy to make changes and further develop the processes. In return there will be a good salary, being part of a bigger group & the opportunity to continue to grow & progress your career. Please apply online or contact Sandeep Dhillon for a confidential conversation technical-network.co.uk Executive Network Group, encompassing Technical Network, Network HR, HSE Network & Procurement People, sourcing mid to senior level management for automotive, aerospace, engineering and manufacturing industrial sectors, with a portfolio of services including executive search, advertising, MRO for permanent and interim contract recruitment services.