Our client is a well-established food manufacturer, with a national distribution network. We provide a high quality and extensive range of chilled/frozen products to our customers. We have a number of sites including a production facility in the UK with Europe. We are a supportive, forward thinking, and dedicated team and are looking for a highly motivated team player, who wants to be part of a growing business and make a difference. This is a hands-on Logistics Manager role based at our site in Ealing, London. The role is responsible for managing a team of between 10 - 15 employees and is responsible for ensuring productivity targets are achieved. Driving warehousing and logistics processes and procedures, ensuring compliance and safe systems area a priority for all. Hours & Benefits
* 5 day working week
* 25 days annual leave (pro-rata) plus bank holidays.
* Salary according to experience. GBP40,000 - GBP45,000
* Profit share scheme
* Nest pension scheme - 3% employer contribution, 5% company contribution
Responsibilities
* Day to day management of both the logistics and Warehouse teams,
* Coordinating and effectively route planning for the multi-drop drivers
* Ensuring adherence to all company policies and procedures
* Chairing daily meetings with the team to ensure concerns or customer queries are dealt with quickly and efficiently
* Liaise with the sales and customer service teams ensuring we are able to deliver a 1st class customer experience
* People management to include absence management, performance, training and development and all people related matters
* Ensuring the fleet of vehicles are always compliant with DVLA/VOSA and regularly cleaned and maintained.
* Successful Completion of all site KPI's and ensure they are reported in a timely manner.
* Ensuring high standards of housekeeping and maintenance within the warehouse environment.
* Managing the accurate control of both inbound and outbound stock.
* Labour planning in line budget constraints.
* Establish and maintain strong teamwork across the team.
* To work in compliance with the health and safety policies
Skill & Knowledge
* Minimum 3 years Logistics Management experience
* Experience in operating an EPR warehouse management system
* Experience of electronic delivery route planning is essential
* A full driving licence essential
* Previous experience of Day 1 for Day 2 dispatch
* Experience in working in a chilled/frozen food environment is preferable
* Strong leadership skills
* VNA or counterbalance -advantageous but not essential
* Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
* Good financial awareness and budget management experience
* Highly motivated and ambitious individual.
* Accuracy and attention to detail is essential.
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