Save Job Back to Search Job Description Summary Similar JobsLeading Global BusinessGreat opportunity for progressionAbout Our ClientMichael Page Logistics have exclusively partnered with an exciting client who are a global business, supporting their search for a Logistics Operations Manager, operating one of of their key contracts in the UK.They are an easily recognisable, innovative, and rapidly growing company. This role will give the successful candidate a chance to truly flourish within a challenging, demanding, but rewarding environment with lots of room to progress along the way.Job DescriptionThe Logistics Operations Manager role will require the individual to:Report to the Group Head of Logistics or equivalent.Manage a team of 60+ indirect heads and 6 direct reports.Lead the formation of a new Logistics Operations team and ensure clear division of tasks and maximise team performanceFull review of all tasks and activities within the team, and implementation of streamlining and improvement to drive efficienciesDay to day line management of the Logistics Operations TeamProvide day to day support to the Logistics Operational TeamBe the point of contact for any logistics operational support in the business (sites & 3rd parties) and to find solutions to problems as and when they occurBuild an effective & productive network within multiple sites, suppliers & 3PL's (warehousing & transport)Be responsible for the operational effectiveness of all customer deliveries and inter-site movementsProactively manage the day-to-day relationships with all logistics suppliers to facilitate close working partnershipsBe commutable to Cambridgeshire.The Successful ApplicantThe successful candidate for the Logistics Operations Manager role will have the following skills and experiences:A Logistics Distribution and Supply Chain background - EssentialLogistics environments including warehousing, road and sea freight - Essential Import / Export processes & procedures - Essential Strong people leadership and the ability to build high performing teamsOperationally astuteChange managementDegree qualification or supply chain / logistics qualification - Desirable Intermediate to advanced excel skills - Essential Communication and interpersonal abilities are crucial, including effective stakeholder managementStrong problem-solving and decision-making skills, along with a focus on implementing improvementsUnderstands continuous improvement methodology Self-starter, can work with light supervisionAppreciation of the relationship between operations & costs in an FMCG environmentBe commutable to Cambridgeshire.What's on OfferThis role offers:Salary - £50,000 + bonusAdditonal company benifitsHybrid workingContactLuke DiggsQuote job refJN-082024-6507048Phone number07773 668117Job summaryJob functionLogisticsSubsectorWarehousing ManagementSectorTransport & DistributionLocationCambridgeshireContract typePermanentConsultant nameLuke DiggsConsultant phone07773 668117Job referenceJN-082024-6507048
