37 Logistics jobs in Essex

Contract Logistics & Customer Service Manager - Beverage Logistics
Location: Stanford-le-Hope, Essex
Salary: Up to 48,700
Full-time, Permanent

We're looking for an experienced Contract Logistics & Customer Service Manager to lead operations for a major beverage client at a busy multi-user logistics site.

You'll manage transport subcontractors, oversee day-to-day contract logistics, and lead a small customer service team delivering into wholesale and grocery channels. This is a hands-on role where your team leadership, operational expertise, and customer focus will directly impact service excellence.

Ideal candidates will have experience in:

• Contract logistics within beverage, grocery, or wholesale sectors

• Managing transport operations and subcontractors

• Leading customer service teams and maintaining client relationships

• 3PL, supermarket, or major wholesaler environments

What's on offer: Competitive salary, a varied and autonomous role, career growth within a respected international logistics business, and the chance to make a real impact.

If you have beverage logistics experience or a strong background in grocery or wholesale logistics, we'd love to hear from you!

WR Logistics are the #1 recruitment partner for all vacancies in the logistics industry. We recruit UK wide for permanent and contract jobs.

WR is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.

Contract Logistics & Customer Service Manager - Beverage Logistics
Location: Stanford-le-Hope, Essex
Salary: Up to 48,700
Full-time, Permanent

We're looking for an experienced Contract Logistics & Customer Service Manager to lead operations for a major beverage client at a busy multi-user logistics site.

You'll manage transport subcontractors, oversee day-to-day contract logistics, and lead a small customer service team delivering into wholesale and grocery channels. This is a hands-on role where your team leadership, operational expertise, and customer focus will directly impact service excellence.

Ideal candidates will have experience in:

• Contract logistics within beverage, grocery, or wholesale sectors

• Managing transport operations and subcontractors

• Leading customer service teams and maintaining client relationships

• 3PL, supermarket, or major wholesaler environments

What's on offer: Competitive salary, a varied and autonomous role, career growth within a respected international logistics business, and the chance to make a real impact.

If you have beverage logistics experience or a strong background in grocery or wholesale logistics, we'd love to hear from you!

WR Logistics are the #1 recruitment partner for all vacancies in the logistics industry. We recruit UK wide for permanent and contract jobs.

WR is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.

Contract Logistics & Customer Service Manager - Beverage Logistics
Location: Stanford-le-Hope, Essex
Salary: Up to 48,700
Full-time, Permanent

We're looking for an experienced Contract Logistics & Customer Service Manager to lead operations for a major beverage client at a busy multi-user logistics site.

You'll manage transport subcontractors, oversee day-to-day contract logistics, and lead a small customer service team delivering into wholesale and grocery channels. This is a hands-on role where your team leadership, operational expertise, and customer focus will directly impact service excellence.

Ideal candidates will have experience in:

• Contract logistics within beverage, grocery, or wholesale sectors

• Managing transport operations and subcontractors

• Leading customer service teams and maintaining client relationships

• 3PL, supermarket, or major wholesaler environments

What's on offer: Competitive salary, a varied and autonomous role, career growth within a respected international logistics business, and the chance to make a real impact.

If you have beverage logistics experience or a strong background in grocery or wholesale logistics, we'd love to hear from you!

WR Logistics are the #1 recruitment partner for all vacancies in the logistics industry. We recruit UK wide for permanent and contract jobs.

WR is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.

A client of ours in the Witham area are recruiting a Logistics Coordinator to join their team. This is a full-time permanent position working Monday - Friday 8.30am - 5.00pm and paying 25,000 - 30,000 per annum depending on experience.

Key Duties include but are not limited to:

• Manage daily forwarding and logistics operations
• Handle export and import documentation
• Providing excellent customer service to clients and customers
• Ensure smooth freight transportation

Skills and Experience required to be considered for this Logistics Coordinator position:

• Export groupage knowledge (European post Brexit)
• Experience within Logistics Distribution and Supply Chain industry
• Good communication skills
• Highly organised

If you feel like you meet the above criteria & would like to be considered for this Logistics Coordinator position, please apply with your CV and contact Connor at Prime Appointments for a confidential chat. #officejobs

A client of ours in the Witham area are recruiting a Logistics Coordinator to join their team. This is a full-time permanent position working Monday - Friday 8.30am - 5.00pm and paying 25,000 - 30,000 per annum depending on experience.

Key Duties include but are not limited to:

• Manage daily forwarding and logistics operations
• Handle export and import documentation
• Providing excellent customer service to clients and customers
• Ensure smooth freight transportation

Skills and Experience required to be considered for this Logistics Coordinator position:

• Export groupage knowledge (European post Brexit)
• Experience within Logistics Distribution and Supply Chain industry
• Good communication skills
• Highly organised

If you feel like you meet the above criteria & would like to be considered for this Logistics Coordinator position, please apply with your CV and contact Connor at Prime Appointments for a confidential chat. #officejobs

We're looking for an energetic and proactive Supply Chain Planner to take ownership of planning across a fast-growing business in the commercial interiors sector. This is a hands-on role where you'll be responsible for planning 6-8 weeks in advance, ensuring materials, equipment, and stock are in place to deliver contracts on time and in full.

You won't have direct reports, but you'll be the go-to person for planning and stock control, owning the process, managing the data, and making sure everything runs smoothly.

• Planning contracts 6-8 weeks ahead, ensuring all required materials and equipment are in place

• Managing stock levels and orders to avoid shortages or overstocking

• Working with internal teams to share data effectively and improve planning processes

• Using Microsoft Business Central (ERP) with the opportunity to help implement a new ERP system next year (Eclipse)

• Taking ownership of planning and supply processes, driving efficiencies and improvements

• Experience in Materials or Supply Chain Planning within a Food or FMCG environment (fast-paced and process driven)

• Strong systems knowledge (ERP/MRP), comfortable working with data

• Organised, energetic, proactive, and able to work at pace

• A natural collaborator, able to work effectively across different functions

• Someone who thrives in a growing business where you can make a real impact

• Join a fast-growing business with ambitious plans for the future (secure contracts, consistent year-on-year growth)

• Opportunity to shape and own the planning function

• Salary up to 45,000 with flexibility around working hours

• Hybrid working - 4 days in the office and 1 from home

• Work in a collaborative and forward-thinking environment where your input is valued

If you're from a Food or FMCG planning background and want a role where you can take ownership, work at pace, and be part of an ambitious growing company, we'd love to hear from you! Call: (phone number removed) or Email: (url removed)

Supply Chain Planner: You will be responsible for developing and executing procurement strategies to ensure operations run smoothly. As a key member of the team, you will manage supplier relationships, negotiate contracts, and drive cost-saving initiatives. This role requires a hands-on approach, excellent problem-solving skills, and the ability to adapt to the fast-paced and ever-changing start-up environment.

Supply Chain Planner Role:

Perform job functions in accordance with set policies and procedures to ensure preservation of Company Quality Policy:

Procurement Strategy:

Develop and implement efficient purchasing strategies aligned with the start-up’s goals.

Stay abreast of market trends to identify potential suppliers and innovative procurement solutions.

Forecast demand for products and services to ensure continuous supply without overstocking.

Supplier Management:

Establish and maintain strong relationships with suppliers and vendors.

Conduct supplier assessments and performance reviews to ensure reliability and quality.

Negotiate terms, pricing, and contracts to secure the best value for the company.

Contract and Risk Management:

Draft, review, and manage contracts and purchase orders.

Ensure all procurement activities comply with legal and company standards.

Identify and mitigate risks associated with the supply chain and vendor agreements.

Team Development:

Build and lead a small, effective purchasing team as the company grows.

Mentor and support team members, fostering a collaborative and innovative environment.

Set clear goals and monitor team performance against KPIs.

Cost Management:

Develop and manage the procurement budget.

Implement cost-saving initiatives without compromising quality or operational efficiency.

Track procurement metrics to optimise spending and improve procurement processes.

Inventory and Supply Chain Coordination:

Work closely with inventory management to ensure optimal stock levels.

Coordinate with production and operations teams to meet demand and production schedules.

Resolve any issues related to supply shortages or excess inventory.

Cross-Functional Collaboration:

Collaborate with other departments, such as Product Development, Finance, and Operations, to align procurement with overall business objectives.

Support new product launches and operational planning through effective procurement strategies.

Reporting and Analysis:

Generate regular reports on procurement activities, supplier performance, and cost savings.

Analyse data to identify trends, opportunities, and areas for improvement.

Present findings and recommendations to the executive team.

This is a full-time position with flexible hours to accommodate the start-up’s dynamic environment.
Occasional travel may be required to visit suppliers and attend industry events.
The role may require working outside regular hours to meet critical deadlines.

Supply Chain Planner Requirements:

• Minimum of 3 years of experience in procurement or supply chain management, preferably in a start-up or fast-growing environment.
li>Ideally a Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, or a related field. A Master’s degree or relevant certification (e.g., CPM, CPSM) is a plus.
• Excellent team-building skills.
• Proficiency in procurement software and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Exceptional analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic start-up environment and handle multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Strong communication skills and ability to work within a small team or independently.

Supply Chain Planner Application:

**This role is on-site Full-Time**

**VISA Sponsorship is NOT available for this role**

This vacancy is only available to Candidates with relevant experience as detailed in the job description. Due to volume of applications, we are unable to respond to applicants who do not possess the required skills and experience. Recent Graduates who do not have the required level of industry experience need not apply.

Candidates must be authorised to work in the country where this role is located BEFORE making an application.

Supply Chain Planner: You will be responsible for developing and executing procurement strategies to ensure operations run smoothly. As a key member of the team, you will manage supplier relationships, negotiate contracts, and drive cost-saving initiatives. This role requires a hands-on approach, excellent problem-solving skills, and the ability to adapt to the fast-paced and ever-changing start-up environment.

Supply Chain Planner Role:

Perform job functions in accordance with set policies and procedures to ensure preservation of Company Quality Policy:

Procurement Strategy:

Develop and implement efficient purchasing strategies aligned with the start-up’s goals.

Stay abreast of market trends to identify potential suppliers and innovative procurement solutions.

Forecast demand for products and services to ensure continuous supply without overstocking.

Supplier Management:

Establish and maintain strong relationships with suppliers and vendors.

Conduct supplier assessments and performance reviews to ensure reliability and quality.

Negotiate terms, pricing, and contracts to secure the best value for the company.

Contract and Risk Management:

Draft, review, and manage contracts and purchase orders.

Ensure all procurement activities comply with legal and company standards.

Identify and mitigate risks associated with the supply chain and vendor agreements.

Team Development:

Build and lead a small, effective purchasing team as the company grows.

Mentor and support team members, fostering a collaborative and innovative environment.

Set clear goals and monitor team performance against KPIs.

Cost Management:

Develop and manage the procurement budget.

Implement cost-saving initiatives without compromising quality or operational efficiency.

Track procurement metrics to optimise spending and improve procurement processes.

Inventory and Supply Chain Coordination:

Work closely with inventory management to ensure optimal stock levels.

Coordinate with production and operations teams to meet demand and production schedules.

Resolve any issues related to supply shortages or excess inventory.

Cross-Functional Collaboration:

Collaborate with other departments, such as Product Development, Finance, and Operations, to align procurement with overall business objectives.

Support new product launches and operational planning through effective procurement strategies.

Reporting and Analysis:

Generate regular reports on procurement activities, supplier performance, and cost savings.

Analyse data to identify trends, opportunities, and areas for improvement.

Present findings and recommendations to the executive team.

This is a full-time position with flexible hours to accommodate the start-up’s dynamic environment.
Occasional travel may be required to visit suppliers and attend industry events.
The role may require working outside regular hours to meet critical deadlines.

Supply Chain Planner Requirements:

• Minimum of 3 years of experience in procurement or supply chain management, preferably in a start-up or fast-growing environment.
li>Ideally a Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, or a related field. A Master’s degree or relevant certification (e.g., CPM, CPSM) is a plus.
• Excellent team-building skills.
• Proficiency in procurement software and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Exceptional analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic start-up environment and handle multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Strong communication skills and ability to work within a small team or independently.

Supply Chain Planner Application:

**This role is on-site Full-Time**

**VISA Sponsorship is NOT available for this role**

This vacancy is only available to Candidates with relevant experience as detailed in the job description. Due to volume of applications, we are unable to respond to applicants who do not possess the required skills and experience. Recent Graduates who do not have the required level of industry experience need not apply.

Candidates must be authorised to work in the country where this role is located BEFORE making an application.