Logistics & Distribution Manager
6 days ago
Tonbridge
Logistics and Distribution Manager \n \n Location: Tonbridge. Office-based (Monday–Friday)Employment Type: Full-time, Permanent \n About the Role \n Due to continued business growth, our client is seeking a confident and hands-on Logistics & Distribution Manager to take ownership of their distribution function. This is a newly created role offering the opportunity to shape processes, drive efficiency, and build strong operational relationships across the supply chain. \n The successful candidate will oversee a small team (6), a dedicated fleet and manage third-party logistics partners, ensuring cost-effective and timely delivery of goods. \n Key Responsibilities \n\n • \n Operational Leadership \n \n • Manage and optimise daily logistics and distribution activities\n, • Oversee a small in-house fleet, ensuring compliance, utilisation, and performance\n, • Take a hands-on approach when required (“muck in”) to support the team\n \n, • \n Team Management \n \n • Lead, motivate and develop a small logistics team\n, • Demonstrate strong man-management skills with the ability to delegate effectively\n, • Foster a positive and productive working environment\n \n, • \n Distribution & Cost Control \n \n • Create, maintain and review distribution tariffs and pricing structures\n, • Identify cost-saving opportunities while maintaining service levels\n, • Monitor KPIs and drive continuous improvement initiatives\n \n, • \n 3PL Management \n \n • Act as the primary point of contact for third-party logistics providers\n, • Build and maintain strong relationships with external partners\n, • Ensure service level agreements (SLAs) are met and performance is regularly reviewed\n \n, • \n Process Improvement \n \n • Implement and refine logistics processes to support business growth\n, • Ensure compliance with all relevant transport and health & safety regulations\n \n\n Key Requirements \n\n • Proven experience in a Logistics, Distribution, or Transport Manager role\n, • Strong man-management experience, with the personality & ability to lead and develop teams\n, • Hands-on approach with a willingness to support operational tasks when needed\n, • Experience creating and managing distribution tariffs/pricing\n, • Demonstrated experience working with and managing 3PL providers\n, • Strong organisational and problem-solving abilities\n, • Confident decision-maker with the ability to delegate effectively\n, • Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills\n\n Personal Attributes \n\n • Proactive and self-motivated\n, • Commercially aware with a focus on cost efficiency\n, • Resilient and adaptable in a fast-paced environment\n, • Strong leadership presence with a collaborative mindset\n, • Car owner (Live Mid Kent)\n\n What’s on Offer \n\n • Opportunity to shape and grow a newly created role\n, • Work within a growing and dynamic business\n, • Stable, office-based role (Monday–Friday, no hybrid working)\n\n NB: NO sponsorship is offered. A British Passport, UK Settled Status or Spousal Visa will be required. \n