Logistics Manager
7 days ago
Horsham
Job Title: Logistics Manager Location: Horsham Salary: £40,000 – £47,000 Contract: Full-time, Permanent Logistics Manager An established and growing organisation within a specialist distribution and supply chain environment is seeking an experienced Logistics Manager to lead and develop its logistics and distribution function. This is a key leadership role where you will take ownership of carrier strategy, distribution operations and global logistics processes, ensuring efficient and compliant delivery across a diverse customer base. You will be responsible for driving operational excellence, improving systems and processes, and leading a team to deliver consistent, high-quality service across both domestic and international logistics. Key Responsibilities • Take full ownership of carrier selection, negotiation and performance management, • Manage and optimise relationships with courier, haulier and logistics partners, • Lead all rate negotiations to ensure cost-effective and competitive transport solutions, • Monitor logistics performance through KPIs, proactively resolving service issues, • Provide accurate transport quotations for domestic and international shipments, • Lead and develop the dispatch and logistics team, driving a high-performance culture, • Implement and maintain robust standard operating procedures to ensure consistency, • Oversee warehouse management systems and drive digital process improvements, • Manage stock accuracy and operational standards across third-party logistics providers, • Ensure full compliance with import/export regulations and documentation requirements, • Oversee inbound and outbound logistics including FTL, LTL and container movements, • Coordinate complex delivery requirements for key accounts with multi-site distribution needs, • Build strong relationships with internal stakeholders to ensure smooth operations, • Proactively identify risks, inefficiencies and opportunities for improvement Skills & Experience • Proven experience in a logistics or supply chain management role, • Strong knowledge of transport operations, carrier management and distribution networks, • Experience managing third-party logistics (3PL) providers, • Solid understanding of import/export processes and documentation (e.g. Incoterms, commercial invoices), • Strong leadership and team management skills, • Data-driven approach with experience using KPIs to drive performance, • Excellent organisational and problem-solving abilities, • Confident communicator, able to work cross-functionally with internal teams, • Skilled with microsoft Excel Desirable • Experience working within a fast-paced distribution or operational environment, • Knowledge of warehouse management systems (WMS), • Experience managing complex or specialist freight requirements, • Experience with ERP - ideally Odoo This is a fantastic opportunity to join a growing organisation where you can take full ownership of the logistics function and play a key role in shaping operational strategy and performance.