Logistics Manager
Location: Markham Vale (near Chesterfield)
Salary: £45,000 DOE + Excellent Benefits Package
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.
* Commercial 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
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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.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: £45,000.00 per year
Application question(s):
* Do you have proven experience managing logistics and transport teams within a warehouse or distribution center environment?
* Do you have experience working directly with hauliers/carriers, including performance management and contract negotiations?