Warehouse and Logistics Manager
4 days ago
Manchester
Our client is seeking a proactive, hands-on Warehouse & Logistics Manager to lead day-to-day warehouse and transport operations at their premises in Trafford Park. This is a key role responsible for stock control, order picking, vehicle loading, route planning, fleet compliance and team management. You’ll ensure deliveries and collections run safely, efficiently and on time (98% OTIF target), while managing costs and maintaining full compliance with UK transport and health & safety legislation.This is a very reactive, ‘boots on the ground’ role that requires a great deal of organisation, flexibility and agility to cope with a constantly changing logistics provision. Delivery of customer orders, collections of materials for stock, finished products from offsite workshops and raw materials for processing at the site and beyond from their partner suppliers, must be carried out within a time constrained schedule. The post holder will be required to ensure appropriate, robust processes are in place within the warehousing area. Key Responsibilities: Oversee daily warehouse & logistics operations Manage drivers, fleet compliance and route planning Monitor budgets, costs and supplier performance Maintain high health & safety standards Support recruitment, training and development of team members Drive continuous improvement and efficiency savings Responsible for monitoring, recording, reporting and subsequent disciplinary actions of any driver infringementsResponsible for the efficient, safe and timely picking and loading of ordered products on to the correct vehicle/route in the correct order of delivery.Responsible for the receipt, checking, security and safe & correct storage of goods from suppliers.Responsible for the correct storage of goods, textiles and products to ensure the safe an