Logistics Manager
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Logistics Manager
Food Manufacturing
High Wycombe
Major Recruitment is working alongside a global flavour and extracts business which have facilities across Europe, North America and Asia. They are looking for a Logistics Manager based full-time on site in High Wycombe
As a Logistics Manager, you will be responsible for overseeing the efficient movement of goods to meet customer requirements. This role involves managing the end-to-end logistics operations, from procurement to distribution, ensuring that products are delivered on time and in good condition while optimising costs.
Key Responsibilities of a Logistics Manager:
- Logistics Operations Management: Plan, organize, and manage all logistics activities, including transportation, warehousing, and inventory management.
- Supply Chain Coordination: Work closely with procurement, production, and sales teams to ensure the smooth flow of materials and products to meet customer demand and production schedules.
- Shipping & Receiving: Ensure timely and cost-effective delivery of goods and materials, including managing inbound and outbound shipments, tracking, and delivery documentation.
- Vendor & Supplier Management: Build and maintain relationships with logistics
- Cost Optimization: Analyze logistics costs and develop strategies to reduce transportation and warehousing expenses while improving service levels.
- Team Management: Lead, train, and develop the logistics team, ensuring high performance, productivity, and adherence to safety and quality standards.
- Technology & Systems: Utilize logistics and supply chain software, including Transportation Management Systems (TMS), Warehouse Management Systems (WMS), and ERP systems, to track shipments, manage inventory, and improve efficiency.
- Reporting & Analysis: Monitor logistics performance and key performance indicators (KPIs), generate reports for management, and recommend improvements to enhance supply chain effectiveness.
Skills required to be a successful Logistics Manager
- Bachelor's degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
- Proven experience in logistics, supply chain management, or operations
- Strong knowledge of logistics processes, inventory management, and distribution systems.
- Experience with ERP systems, TMS, and WMS software.
- Exceptional organisational, problem-solving, and multitasking skills.
- Excellent communication and negotiation abilities.
- Strong leadership and team management skills, with the ability to inspire and develop employees.
- Ability to work under pressure and manage tight deadlines.
- Knowledge of customs regulations, import/export procedures, and international logistics.
- Experience in implementing process improvements or cost-saving initiatives.
What's in it for you?
- Salary up to 55,000
- Company bonus
- Holiday is 25 days and 8 bank holidays
- 4% pension after three months
- Private health care after probation
- Dental care after probation
Major Recruitment is an employment agency working on behalf of our client. Should you be seeking a new permanent position, temporary assignment, or contract you will find our staff professional and courteous and our interview process straightforward.
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Logistics Operative
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Join us on this mission as a Logistics Operative working in our Packing Department at our Denham site. You'll be preparing, packing and labelling products and components for transport internally and to new and existing customers and suppliers, whilst undertaking multi-skilled duties within Packing.
Aspects of the role include to:
- Primary and final packing of parts, components and products in accordance with the customer and technical requirements.
- Validating batch numbers, part descriptions and amount against the SAP system and flagging discrepancies to Cell Leaders.
- Ensure that all goods are packed with the appropriate materials according to the instructions, and that labels and addresses are attached and clearly visible/legible.
- Ensuring that delivery instructions are correct and identify the package to be shipped.
- Liaising with the Logistics team and Shipping clerk to ensure that goods are ready for dispatch.
- To undertake self-inspection and quality check of work undertaken.
- To become competent in a variety of multi-skilled duties within Detail Stores, Raw Material Stores and Internal Transport using a variety of processes and techniques in accordance with company and departmental objectives.
- To accurately pick, pack and issue materials, goods and stock from Detail and Raw Material Stores areas.
- To take receipt of all materials, goods and stock from the main factory and external sources into the Detail Stores.
- Internal transportation - movement of goods throughout the factory including use of the forklift truck, Robur electric pallet stacker and scissor lift equipment.
- Undertaking duties within Raw Material Stores such as saw operation.
Characteristics & Skills
- Basic stores and packing experience gained from a manufacturing or warehouse environment.
- Can work under pressure to balance competing job priorities to agreed deadlines.
- Computer literate in Microsoft Office packages including Word and Excel.
- Has a structured and methodical working style with good interpersonal skills and a team player with a strong work ethic.
- Ability to follow instructions / requests whether verbal or written.
You will have the opportunity to work alongside experts who will help you to obtain a wide understanding of an engineering business, and you'll develop new skills and gain a strong industry experience.
Your benefits in detail
- Highly competitive 9% non-contributory pension scheme (18+)
- 4x salary Life Assurance (18+)
- Personalised training and development plan.
- Healthcare Cash Plan.
- 25-days annual leave plus bank holidays.
- The ability to purchase additional leave maximum 1 week.
- Opportunity to purchase additional annual leave.
- Cycle to work scheme.
Logistics Manager
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Job Title: Logistics Manager
Location: Luton
Salary: up to £40,000
Are you a driven individual who would like to support a company's exciting growth plans? If so, we'd love to hear from you.
Liberty Recruitment Group is delighted to be working exclusively with a leading distributor in supporting them in their search for a Logistics Manager. This is a full-time, permanent position and is predominantly office-based.
The main purpose of this role is to be responsible for the operational management of the logistics, transport and warehouse functions.
Some of your duties will include:
- Ensuring employees adhere to Health & Safety li>Monitoring, evaluating, and reporting on the depot KPI’s < i>Responsible for Depot Financial budgeting and control
- Managing and motivating a team of 8 which may soon grow to 13 li>Ensuring optimum utilisation of resources, drivers and vehicles
- Building and maintaining relationships with existing and new clients and suppliers
The ideal candidate:
You will have previous experience in a similar logistics environment.
You will need an excellent working knowledge of H&S practices, people management experience and strong leadership skills. You will also need to be a team builder, motivating, and keen to lead by example.
What’s in it for you?
A car allowance, 25 days holiday plus bank holidays, EAP and various other company benefits!
If you would like to discuss this role further, please contact a member of the Liberty Recruitment Group team now!
Logistics Planner
Posted 9 days ago
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A dynamic and fast-growing international food wholesaler and distributor that are growing their UK operation are looking for a driven Logistics Planner to join their team. This is an exciting opportunity for an ambitious professional to grow with a company that truly invests in people and development.
Key Responsibilities:
- Inventory Management: Maintain optimal stock levels, reduce shortages, and implement control measures.
- Supply Chain Coordination: Oversee inbound customs clearance, transport, storage, and distribution.
- Customer Service: Act as a liaison for customer inquiries and order support, ensuring high service standards.
- Production Fulfilment: Work with production and sales teams to meet customer demands on time.
- Data Analysis: Use sales and inventory data to forecast demand and identify areas for improvement.
- Process Optimization: Continuously improve sales and logistics processes for greater efficiency.
- Cost & Process Efficiency: Drive competitive pricing and workflow effectiveness through analysis and negotiation.
Ideal Candidate
- Proven experience in a Logistics/Supply Chain Planning or similar role
- Strong organisational skills with the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.
- IT skills including Excel
- A proactive mindset and strong problem-solving skills.
- Knowledge of the food industry
- Imports experience
If you believe you have the skills and personality to fit these requirements please get in touch with Will Malcolm at (url removed) or call (phone number removed) for more information.
By applying to this advertised job, you consent for Henderson Brown Recruitment Ltd to hold your information. At your request, this can also be sent to you.
Logistics Support
Posted 14 days ago
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LOGISTICS SUPPORT
We are actively seeking an enthusiastic administrator who has a natural flair for putting things together etc. The role is very diverse, you will be liaising with clients, dealing with order so general office expertise is required. Equally you will be comfortable going to out client sites driving your own car. (putting together flat packs etc.) you will need to be a good all rounder.
As well as your admin ability you will need to possess a good level of physical fitness as you will be loading, unloading, packing and managing inbound and outbound storage.
You will ideally come from a multi faceted role and enjoy the combination of tasks during any given day.
In return the company offer a salary of 35000pa, a 40 hour working week, 25 days holiday plus Bank Holidays, death in service scheme and more.
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Logistics Manager
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Job Title: Logistics Manager
Location: Luton
Salary: up to £40,000
Are you a driven individual who would like to support a company's exciting growth plans? If so, we'd love to hear from you.
Liberty Recruitment Group is delighted to be working exclusively with a leading distributor in supporting them in their search for a Logistics Manager. This is a full-time, permanent position and is predominantly office-based.
The main purpose of this role is to be responsible for the operational management of the logistics, transport and warehouse functions.
Some of your duties will include:
- Ensuring employees adhere to Health & Safety li>Monitoring, evaluating, and reporting on the depot KPI’s < i>Responsible for Depot Financial budgeting and control
- Managing and motivating a team of 8 which may soon grow to 13 li>Ensuring optimum utilisation of resources, drivers and vehicles
- Building and maintaining relationships with existing and new clients and suppliers
The ideal candidate:
You will have previous experience in a similar logistics environment.
You will need an excellent working knowledge of H&S practices, people management experience and strong leadership skills. You will also need to be a team builder, motivating, and keen to lead by example.
What’s in it for you?
A car allowance, 25 days holiday plus bank holidays, EAP and various other company benefits!
If you would like to discuss this role further, please contact a member of the Liberty Recruitment Group team now!
Logistics Specialist
Posted 5 days ago
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**Ball is thrilled to receive Newsweek's 2023 Top 100 Global Most Loved Workplace award! As a sustainable product leader, we have over 16,000 global team members. From endlessly recyclable aluminum cans, and cups, to aerosol bottles, our goal is to contribute to a better community, society, and world.**
**Position overview:**
The Logistics Specialist will be responsible for supporting the main logistics activities for the UK. The role will be responsible for supporting supplier management, inventory management and quality compliance for our warehouse and logistics network.
**Key responsibilities include:**
+ Own the capacity management of the UK warehouse network to ensure stability across the supply chain
+ Manage key supplier relationships and relevant internal stakeholders
+ Support key projects for logistics development (sustainability and logistics efficiency)
+ Responsibility for the complaint process and necessary engagement with customer fulfillment and quality teams
+ Review and report on slow and non-moving inventory
+ Support business reviews and regular cadence of supplier meetings
+ Organising and leading stock count twice a year (finished product) within independent auditor, 3PL, finance and/or relevant participants
+ Lead the UK warehouse audit schedule and liaise with relevant parties to ensure compliance
+ Handling and checking of logistics invoices unit price, defining PO numbers (if not, raising a PR) and informing relevant departments
+ Making freight tender and/or communicating with Global Buyers to define hauliers by considering urgency and incoterms; defining transport mode accordingly
+ Lead the management of UK logistics and warehousing 3PLs and own day to day logistics for this region.
**What are we looking for?**
+ Experienced in logistics operation, 3PL, supply chain, logistic procurement, import and export customs procedures
+ Advance knowledge of MS office (Excel)
+ Working collaboratively across departments as well with key stakeholders
+ Proficient in both spoken and written English
+ Growth mindset
**Ball Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We actively encourage applications from everybody, regardless of gender, age, ethnicity, faith, ability, or orientation** .
When you join Ball you belong to a team of over 16,000 members worldwide. Our products range from infinitely recyclable aluminium cans, cups to aerosol bottles solutions that enable our customers to contribute to a better world.
Each of us has a deep commitment to diversity and inclusion which is the foundation of our culture of belonging. Everyone at Ball is making a difference by doing what we love. Because what we create may change, but what we will always make is a difference.
Please note the advertised job title might vary from the job title on the contract due to local job title structure and global HR systems.
No agencies please.
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