Assistant branch manager

Location: Stanford-le-Hope

Salary: c£65,000.00 + car + bonus

Summary:

We are looking for a highly visible, hands-on Assistant Branch Manager to support the leadership of a multi-function logistics operation based at London Gateway, Essex.

This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious logistics professional who is ready to step up within a fast-paced, multi-functional environment and would suit someone with experience across warehousing, transport and freight, together with a sound understanding of import/export flows, customer requirements, commercial drivers and operational performance.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Working closely with the Branch Manager, you will help lead day-to-day performance across warehouse, transport and freight activity, ensuring the operation remains safe, efficient and customer-focused.
2. Provide visible, floor-led leadership across warehousing, transport and logistics teams, promoting high standards of engagement, communication and accountability.
3. Support and develop managers, supervisors and operational teams to deliver service, productivity and quality targets across a busy multi-function site.
4. Drive KPI performance across warehouse, transport and freight operations, ensuring service levels, labour efficiency and operational standards are consistently achieved.