An established UK-based manufacturing and contracting business operating across multiple sectors including social housing, student accommodation and build-to-rent. The organisation provides end-to-end solutions, covering manufacture, supply and installation, and is entering a phase of operational improvement focused on logistics performance, delivery reliability and cost control. As Transport & Logistics Manager, you will design, lead and optimise the organisation's logistics and transport function to improve delivery performance, increase operational control and drive cost efficiency. This role plays a key part in reviewing and reshaping the current logistics operating model, including outsourced arrangements, and implementing a scalable solution aligned to project-based, multi-site delivery. You will work closely with commercial, operational and installation teams to improve on-time, in-full delivery, customer experience and margin performance.
You will have proven experience in logistics or transport management within a manufacturing, construction or project-based delivery environment. You'll bring a strong track record of improving underperforming logistics operations, managing third-party providers, and implementing systems, processes and KPIs. Strong commercial and analytical skills are essential, alongside the ability to operate hands-on in ambiguous or fast-changing environments. The salary on offer is 42,000 with the potential to make 50,000 based on a bonus. This is a high-impact role offering the opportunity to shape and embed a modern logistics function within a growing, well-backed business. A competitive salary and benefits package is available, alongside long-term career development as the business continues to scale.
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