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Distribution Manager - Cookstown, Cookstown
Client:
Elis Ireland
Location:
Cookstown, United Kingdom
Job Category:
Other
EU work permit required: Yes
Job Reference:
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Job Views:
3
Posted:
07.07.2025
Expiry Date:
21.08.2025
Job Description:
The company:
Elis is an international textile, hygiene & facilities services business, operating in 30 countries worldwide, offering textile rental and laundry services including workwear, mats, mops, linen, hygiene supplies, and pest control.
With distribution hubs across Ireland, Elis provides nationwide service with high standards of infection control. Our 1400+ employees support over 10,000 Irish businesses, delivering quality and environmentally friendly services.
The Role:
The Distribution Manager will ensure service excellence through efficient and cost-effective distribution management, maintaining customer service standards and legal compliance.
Key Responsibilities:
* Oversee distribution systems and manage delivery routes and drivers
* Manage P&L, costs including personnel, vehicles, fuel, and third-party services
* Ensure legal compliance regarding personnel and fleet (CPC, tachographs, PPE, uniforms)
* Maintain fleet standards for maintenance and inspections
* Coordinate between distribution, service, and production departments for optimal customer service
* Uphold health, safety, and environmental policies and legal requirements
* Ensure routes are staffed and loaded appropriately
* Manage time, attendance, and wages systems
* Identify training needs and ensure compliance training is current
* Recruitment coordination with HR, manage investigations and disciplinary issues
* Manage yard and dispatch operations, delegate tasks to dispatch supervisor
* Maintain stock control
Skills and Experience:
* Experience as a logistics manager or deputy logistics manager
* Team management experience
* Strong communication and organizational skills
* Ability to influence and lead teams
* Attention to detail, data analysis, and continuous improvement skills
* Effective task organization and time management
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