Logistics Manager

Logistics Manager - Atherstone - up to £65,920

Our client is an internationally recognised retailer looking for a Logistics Manager responsible for continuous improvement in their inbound supply chain.

Responsibilities for a Logistics Manager

Identifies cost saving opportunities and develops operational plans for implementation

Identifies backhaul and freight diversion opportunities considering the net case/unit costs and carrier rates and ensures all related information is up to date

Obtains and verifies transport rates from logistics service providers to determine market rates for specific lanes

Monitor logistics costs including fuel costs, freight costs and currency exchange rates

Develop and maintain a register of domestic and international freight rates

Supervise use of route optimisation/transport management applications for inbound and outbound freight to ensure that region/division transport requirements are met

Coordinate with internal/external route optimisation application providers to resolve any system issues and maintain continuous operations of all logistics applications critical to route generation and escalate issue resolution as required

Manage, train and develop team

Essential experience of a Logistics Manager:

Ideally a minimum 2 years management experience in retail or FMCG

Supply chain or logistics background

Educated to degree level 2:1 minumum

Familiar with project management and continuous improvement techniques

The successful Logistics Manager can expect:

Salary between £51,760 - £65,920 DOE

5 weeks annual leave + bank holidays.

Company pension

Life assurance

Private medical insurance after 2 years

This is a fast paced, dynamic and challenging role which is ever evolving. You need to be ambitious, driven and trustworthy and looking for a long term career move.

If you feel you have experience in the following please apply; logistics manager, operations manager, distribution manager, supply chain manager, transport manager, logistics management.

Please note: due to the number of applicants we receive, if you have not heard from us within 7 working days please assume your application has been unsuccessful.

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