logistics manager Derby, England
Job description
Head of Logistics
Bernard Matthews - DE23 8NT
Monday - Friday
Job Purpose
As the Head of Logistics your role is crucial in supporting our Logistics strategy and driving business growth. You'll collaborate internally and externally, upholding high KPI standards across the business.
The role and responsibilities:
· Team building, leadership, and motivation, responsible for the strategic development of your teams.
· You'll conduct performance reviews, set objectives, and provide coaching to achieve success.
· Creating and managing long-term strategic goals will be key, aiming for industry-leading KPIs and exceptional service.
· Monitoring and reporting on KPIs, projects, and personal development goals will be critical, providing updates to senior management team.
· Taking ownership of health and safety practices, you'll enforce policies, ensure compliance, conduct inspections, and manage risk.
· Lead the strategic development of various elements of the business
· Controlling the distribution, transport and logistics teams to drive operational efficiencies and productivity in order to deliver a profitable service to customers without sacrificing quality.
· Accountable for the commercial operation of the departments to ensure the profit budget target is surpassed.
· You will work closely with customer services, listening and taking on board all feedback to ensure a continually improved service is offered.
Key Skills, Experience and Knowledge
· Strong communications skills, and a proven ability to lead
· In this critical role, you will leverage your 5+ years of senior leadership experience in a complex food production and/or FMCG to drive operational excellence and optimise customer satisfaction.
· Experience in food production would be advantageous.
· Your strong business acumen and commercial skills will be instrumental in shaping strategic decision-making and contributing to the company's growth.
· As a natural leader with excellent people management abilities, you will inspire, develop, and guide your teams to reach their full potential.
· Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, will enable you to effectively analyse data and generate valuable insights.
· With excellent communication skills at all levels, you will collaborate effectively with internal teams, external stakeholders, and senior management.
· degree or equivalent education, along with formal supply chain qualifications, would be preferred, highlighting your commitment to professional development.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: £60,000.00-£65,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Canteen
- Company pension
- Discounted or free food
- Health & wellbeing programme
- On-site parking
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Experience:
- Supply Chain Management: 5 years (preferred)
Work Location: In person
