Assistant Logistics & Distribution Manager
đź“Ť Hybrid (roughly 1x per fortnight on site near Slough)
đź“… 12-Month Fixed Term Contract
đź’° ÂŁ50,000 + potential 7.5% bonus
Are you a hands-on pharmaceutical logistics professional ready to step into a high-impact role within a European supply chain operation?
We are supporting the search for an experienced Assistant Logistics & Distribution Manager to join a well-established pharmaceutical organisation on a 12-month FTC. This role has been created to provide senior-level support within a lean, high-performing logistics team - and for an exceptional performer, there is potential for longer-term opportunity.
The Opportunity
Reporting to the Distribution & Logistics Manager, you will play a critical role in supporting the end-to-end logistics and distribution of pharmaceutical products across Europe.
This is a hands-on operational logistics role - not a planning position. You will be deeply involved in transport, 3PL management, customs compliance, warehousing oversight, and distribution performance.
You’ll join a collaborative team and act as a senior support to the manager, bringing experience, structure, and confidence to day-to-day operations.
Key Responsibilities
* Support end-to-end inbound and outbound transport logistics across Europe
* Manage customs and international trade compliance activities
* Oversee 3PL providers, warehousing, and secondary distribution
* Monitor logistics KPIs and performance metrics
* Support logistics budget tracking and cost control
* Ensure full compliance with GDP/GMP and regulatory requirements
* Partner cross-functionally with Commercial, Finance, Quality, and Compliance teams
* Contribute to S&OP alignment with commercial operations
* Drive continuous improvement across efficiency, compliance, and cost performance
What We’re Looking For
* 3+ years’ experience in pharmaceutical logistics
* Strong hands-on experience managing 3PL providers
* Solid understanding of customs and international trade compliance
* Experience with warehousing and distribution operations
* Familiarity with ERP and compliance systems
* Detail-oriented, organised, and commercially aware
* Excellent communication skills with a collaborative, “sleeves rolled up” mindset
This role would suit someone who enjoys being close to operations, solving real-time challenges, and working in a highly regulated pharmaceutical environment.
Package & Logistics
* Salary: ÂŁ50,000
* Bonus: Potential 7.5%
* 25 days holiday
* Hybrid working (1 day per fortnight in Windsor)
* Start ASAP (target May 1st to allow handover period)
If you’re an experienced pharmaceutical logistics professional looking for a meaningful 12-month opportunity where you can truly add value - we’d love to speak with you.