Logistics Manager
Location: Markham Vale (near Chesterfield)
Salary: £45,000 DOE
We are seeking an experienced Logistics Manager to join our team at Markham Vale. This is a pivotal
role within the Distribution Centre, ensuring the smooth and efficient flow of operations while
leading and developing a dedicated team.
The Role
As Logistics Manager, you'll be responsible for:
• Managing relationships with hauliers and carriers, ensuring performance against service
agreements.
• Leading and supporting 4 Team Leaders and logistics/transport teams in a
warehouse/distribution centre environment. (around 47 people in total).
• Overseeing inbound and outbound logistics, transport planning, yard management, and
warehouse flows.
• Monitoring processes, identifying improvements, and ensuring compliance with ISO9001 and
site procedures.
• Working closely with Demand Planning, Customer Care, Export, and Inventory teams to meet
business needs.
• Managing costs and negotiating transport tenders to deliver value and efficiency.
This is a hands-on role where you'll balance operational leadership with strategic oversight, driving
improvements and maintaining strong working relationships with internal teams and external
partners.
About You
We're looking for someone who has:
• Solid experience in logistics/transport teams within a warehouse or distribution centre
environment (essential).
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate and develop teams.
• awareness and confidence working with hauliers and third-party providers.
• Great problem-solving ability, attention to detail, and strong IT skills (SAP/Witron/Cargoclix
desirable).
• A proactive, adaptable approach with the drive to improve processes and deliver results.
What We Offer
• Salary up to £45,000 (DOE)
• 25 days holiday + 8 bank holidays
• Excellent company pension with Aviva
• Bonus after probationary period
• Training, development, and progression opportunities
• Staff discounts, income protection, and death-in-service cover
• Flu and eyecare vouchers
Apply Now
If this sounds like the right opportunity for you, we'd love to hear from you. Please apply with your CV and a brief cover message via LinkedIn or directly to our recruitment team.