7 Logistics jobs in Great Casterton

About Us:

MANNOL UK & IRELAND is the official distributor of high-quality automotive oils, lubricants, and car care products across the UK and Ireland. We offer German-engineered solutions for personal, commercial, and industrial vehicles. Our range includes engine oils, gear oils, additives, and car care products designed for optimal performance and protection.

We are in a transformational phase, setting new benchmarks in operational excellence, streamlining our supply chain, and delivering a customer-centric service experience.

Why us?

This is a unique opportunity to play a key role in our journey towards operational excellence. You will take ownership of multiple projects within our supply chain operations and have a significant impact on how we shape and deliver best-in-class performance. If this opportunity aligns with what you’re looking for, we would be delighted to receive your application and speak with you in person. You will collaborate directly with the leadership team, contributing to strategic planning and operational improvements.

Key Responsibilities

Inventory & Stock Management

• Maintain optimal stock levels across all SKUs and warehouse locations
• Monitor and analyze purchase orders against sales trends and forecasts
• Categorise, manage and analyse inventory by product life cycle: slow movers, top sellers, etc.
• Ensure accurate product placement and reduce obsolete or excess stock

Purchasing & Supplier Management

• Manage purchasing activities with key suppliers
• Negotiate pricing, payment terms, lead times, and delivery schedules
• Evaluate supplier performance and maintain strong long-term relationships
• Continuously assess and refine product selection to align with market trends and customer needs

Shipping & Logistics

• Coordinate inbound international freight with shipping lines such as MSC, CMA CGM, and Hapag-Lloyd
• Negotiate container rates and optimise shipping schedules and routes
• Ensure timely and accurate customs clearance, documentation, and delivery
• Liaise with freight forwarders, customs brokers, and internal warehouse teams

Reporting & Analysis

• Develop and maintain insightful reports on key inventory metrics, supplier performance, and shipping efficiency using our ERP system, Microsoft Excel, and business intelligence tools.
• Provide actionable insights based on customer buying patterns and stock turnover
• Provide data-driven insights and analytics to support strategic decision-making

Requirements

• Proven experience (8+ years) in a supply chain, purchasing, or logistics roles within the import/export or wholesale distribution sector
• Strong background in inventory control, demand forecasting, and stock optimisation
• Demonstrated ability and experience in managing international purchasing and negotiate with global shipping providers
• Proficient with ERP systems (e.g.: NetSuite/SAP/MS Dynamics, MintSoft, Unleashed, Odoo, Cin7) and Excel-based or BI tool-based data analysis
• Highly organised, analytical, and proactive with strong commercial awareness
• Hands-on approach with excellent problem-solving and communication skills
• Automotive or lubricants sector experience is a plus

What We Offer

• A key leadership role in a growing and dynamic business
• Opportunity to shape and modernise the supply chain strategy
• Competitive salary and benefits
• A collaborative and forward-thinking work environment

Additional Information

Working Hours: 40 hours per week, Monday - Friday, 9am - 5:30pm (incl. 30 minutes lunch break)

Start Date: As soon as possible

As part of our drive to make Mannol UK a great place to work. We are having dedicated learning and development programmes which are open to every employee to give you the opportunity to shape your own future within logistics and continue to work in an environment where team culture thrives.

Benefits:

• Annual Leave: Holiday Entitlement of 23 days, plus of bank holidays.
• Salary: £45,000 - £65,000 (depending on skill & experience).
• Life insurance: 3x of the salary
• Private medical insurance
• Work place pension
• Employee discount

If you are looking for your next career opportunity send us your application and become a part of Mannol UK!

Job Type: Full-time

Schedule: Monday to Friday

Language: English (required)

Work Location: In person

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Benefits:

• Company pension
• Employee discount
• Free parking
• Life insurance
• On-site parking
• Private medical insurance

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Work Location: On site, in person

Supply Chain Analyst Kettering

Our client, a well-established business in Kettering, is seeking a Supply Chain Analyst to join their team on a permanent basis. This role offers a dynamic opportunity to provide weekly manufacturing schedule recommendations to a designated client portfolio, secure agreement on upcoming production plans, and ensure timely execution of the agreed schedules. If you th.

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• Previous experience in a transport clerk or similar role within the transportation or logistics industry.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize .

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Transport Planner

Permanent, Onsite

Up to 35,000

An experienced Supply Chain Transport Co-ordinator is required to undertake a pivotal role working within the supply chain area of this highly respected FMCG business. If you are ready to make a difference and join an organisation who appreciates and values its workforce whilst offering a collaborative and inclusive working environment then look no further!

To succeed, you will need;

• High level of attention to detail and strong organisational, analytical, and administrative skills.
• Strong problem-solving abilities to navigate challenges and find creative solutions
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Proven track record of success in a similar transport planning role

Position Involves:

• Ensuring all UK, European and worldwide transportation is ordered in line with the business hauliers
• To create all despatch documentation for the warehouse in line with customer and business requirements.
• Daily communication with various hauliers and 3PL warehouses to ensure orders are picked and collected on time meeting customer orders delivery dates.
• Support and manage export documentation process with the relevant departments
• Request haulier quotations to ensure competitive prices are obtained

What's on offer;

• Employee Assistance Programme - Immediate access to Dentist and Doctors
• Cycle to work scheme
• Private Healthcare
• 10% employer pension contribution
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays

The opportunity will provide valuable support, training and learning opportunity to work with like-minded professionals.

Shortlisting has begun!

Huntress does not discriminate on the grounds of age, race, gender, disability, creed or sexual orientation and complies with all relevant UK legislation. PLEASE NOTE! You should make yourself aware of how immigration laws apply to your situation before applying for any jobs. We are acting as a Recruitment Business in relation to this role.

• Packing
• Quality checking
• Loading/Unloading
• Labeling
• Palletising
• Other general warehouse operative duties

• Temp to perm opportunity
• 32 days of holiday per.

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