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The Logistics Area Manager will report to the Head of Supply Chain and oversee the management of goods and resources shipping to their destinations. Responsibilities include coordinating storage, transportation, and delivery, as well as ensuring an efficient supply chain by liaising with colleagues to maintain and move stock effectively.
The Gatehouse Operative Team Leader, Logistics Operative Team Leader, and Head of Scheduling will report directly to the Logistics Area Manager.
Main Responsibilities
Typical duties include but are not limited to:
* Managing daily performance of the logistics team
* Handling customer complaints related to haulage issues
* Planning and overseeing incoming and outgoing deliveries
* Calculating fuel adjustment escalator/rebate based on contractual agreements monthly
* Managing overtime and holiday entitlement for direct reports
* Handling disciplinary procedures for direct reports
* Training and completing refresher training for the logistics team
* Supporting the Schedulers team during incidents
* Managing employee absence cycles
* Conducting annual appraisals with direct reports
* Ensuring follow-up on Qpulse incident and accident actions
* Verifying production figures for Sedamyl
* Completing internal audits and supporting external audits
* Preparing and participating in customer visits and meetings
* Assessing new 'ship to' customer destinations with hauliers
* Maintaining relationships with external warehouses and setting up new contracts
* Coordinating with maintenance teams on planned work
* Developing knowledge of site production and representing the logistics team in daily meetings
* Reviewing production figures and analyzing forecasts
* Liaising with the Head of Supply Chain on issues
* Reconciling end-of-month figures
* Conducting regular catch-up meetings with hauliers and monitoring their performance
* Ensuring compliance with legislation and company policies
* Reviewing and approving or declining logistics-related invoices
* Taking ownership of health, safety, and environmental responsibilities and raising concerns
* Undertaking other duties as reasonably requested
Skills and Knowledge
* Proven experience managing all operational aspects of a logistics function, ideally within FMCG
* Strong knowledge of logistics operations and functions
* Experience managing multiple teams is essential
* Experience working in a fast-paced, challenging environment
* Excellent organizational skills
* Knowledge of relevant legislation and regulations
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