Senior Logistics Manager
đź’· Salary: Open (perm or interim)
đź“Ť Location: Must be based within 1 hour of Corby, Northampton or Sheffield, with flexibility to travel across all 3 sites
⏳ Start: Immediate or within 1 month
Pod Talent are working with a rapidly growing and innovative consumer goods business on an exciting new opportunity within their logistics team. This role will play a crucial part in managing 3PL relationships and operational performance across multiple warehouse locations. It's a brilliant opportunity for someone experienced in third-party logistics who enjoys being hands-on and driving real change in a high-growth environment.
Key Responsibilities of the Logistics Contract Manager – Interim:
* Act as the key contact between the business and 3PL providers, ensuring excellent service and contract performance
* Analyse logistics data and 3PL KPIs to drive improvements and cost-saving initiatives
* Monitor and manage capacity planning, storage utilisation and operational resource requirements
* Validate 3PL invoicing and ensure reporting is delivered accurately and on time
* Support system developments and ensure high inventory accuracy across 3PL sites
* Audit 3PL SOPs and ensure compliance, identifying areas for continuous improvement
* Provide weekly visibility and reporting to internal stakeholders, flagging performance risks
Key Experience Required for the Position of Logistics Contract Manager – Interim:
* Strong experience managing 3PL contracts, ideally within both B2B and D2C channels
* Proven background in logistics or warehousing, with a mix of 3PL and in-house operations
* Solid understanding of performance management, capacity planning and cost control
* Experience working with parcel carriers, particularly in a consumer-led supply chain
* Proactive mindset, data-driven and comfortable travelling regularly between sites
* Ideally based within a commutable distance of Corby, Northampton and Sheffield
This is a great opportunity to join a fast-paced, high-performing supply chain team and make an impact from day one.
Interested? Apply now or reach out to holly@pod-talent.com to learn more!