The ideal logistics manager will report to both the operations and managing director. The purpose of the role is to oversee the management of the logistics operations ensuring the optimisation of throughput and efficiency and ensuring customer expectations are met on time and in full. Main responsibilities; Plan distribution activities in accordance with customer delivery requirements. Review service level performance on an ongoing basis and communicate regularly with the Operations Director and Managing Director in this regard. Control distribution, warehousing and associated costs to budgeted limits. Negotiate and monitor rates and performance with logistics companies to ensure competitiveness. Ensure effective stock management by ensuring stock rotation and carrying out stock takes and reconciliation in all warehouses including those of 3rd party distribution companies. Liase with internal sales and accounts departments to ensure efficient processing of sales orders. Implement best working practices and operational methods in order to maintain competitiveness. Develop and implement improvements in distribution methods. Monitor service levels and report as required by individual customers. Provide hands-on assistance with shop floor production on an as needed basis. Ensure effective shop floor housekeeping of warehouse and company vehicles in accordance with legislative Health and Safety requirements. Assume responsibility for the management of logistics administration, warehousing and delivery staff, including recruitment, training, appraisal, grievance, and disciplinary activity. Instill a proactive, team oriented culture ensuring positive employee relations. Liase with relevant authorities to ensure the correct certification of exports. Report regularly to the Operations Director and Managing Director on all aspects of logistics. Essential Criteria; Minimum 2 years experience in Logistics/ Supply chain management Good organisation and problem-solving skills Excellent Communication Skills Results focused with ability to work on own initiative Computer literate Dependable and reliable Ability to work on own initiative Able to work flexible hours as required Desirable Criteria; HND/Degree level qualification in Transport/Logistics Experience in managing a team Good negotiation skills Skills: Logistics Management problem solving skills. Excellent communication skills Benefits: Private medical insurance Long service additional holidays