Job Title: Distribution Manager
Location: Cookstown, Northern Ireland
Reporting to: General Manager
Hours: Flexible
Days: Monday - Friday with Occasional cover required at the weekend
About Elis
Elis is an international textile, hygiene, and facilities services provider operating in 30 countries worldwide. We deliver a complete rental and laundry service, supplying workwear, mats, mops, bed and bath linen, hygiene solutions, and pest control services.
With plants and distribution hubs across Ireland, our 1,400+ employees support over 10,000 Irish businesses, delivering high-quality products through accredited systems and a strong commitment to infection control, safety, and sustainability. Our circular services model helps customers focus on their core business while reducing their environmental footprint.
Benefits of working with Elis include:
* Competitive salary
* Pension scheme
* Employee assistance programme
* Ongoing training and development
* Career progression within a growing international organisation
The Role
We are seeking an experienced Distribution Manager to lead our Cookstown distribution operations. The successful candidate will deliver service excellence through the efficient and cost-effective management of the distribution department, ensuring customer service meets agreed plans while remaining compliant with all legal and company policies.
Key Responsibilities
* Oversee the distribution department and ensure systems are used effectively to manage delivery routes and drivers
* Full responsibility for departmental P&L, including personnel, vehicle rental, third-party services, fuel, and other costs
* Ensure full legal compliance relating to personnel and fleet (CPC, tachographs, PPE, uniforms, etc.)
* Maintain fleet standards in line with established maintenance and inspection guidelines
* Ensure distribution activities comply with RSA regulations (loading factors, driving hours, etc.)
* Drive effective collaboration between distribution, service, and production teams to optimise customer service
* Ensure compliance with environmental, health, and safety requirements
* Ensure all routes are fully staffed and appropriately loaded
* Manage time, attendance, and wages systems
* Identify training needs and ensure all compliance training is current
* Identify recruitment requirements and liaise with the HR department
* Manage investigations and disciplinary issues in conjunction with HR
* Oversee yard and dispatch operations, delegating tasks to the Dispatch Supervisor
* Ensure effective stock control
Skills & Experience
* Minimum 3 years' experience as a Logistics Manager or Deputy Logistics Manager preferably in Northern Ireland
* Hold a current C License, Tachograph, and CPC
* Proven experience managing teams
* Strong written, verbal, and organisational skills
* Ability to influence and engage teams to drive performance
* High attention to detail with the ability to analyse data and implement improvements
* Excellent organisational skills with the ability to manage priorities effectively
How to Apply
Interested candidates should submit their CV and a cover letter outlining their experience and suitability for the role.