Industry leading UK Manufacturer backed by a major global group are looking for a Transport & 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 transport & 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 operations.
Role: Transport & Logistics Manager
Salary: up to 45k + benefits
Location: Chesterfield
Responsibilities for the Logistics Manager will include:
* 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 preferred.
This is a great opportunity for you 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.
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