Logistics Operations Manager

North West London Permanent £45,000 - £50,000 per year
  • An exciting opportunity to join a progressive and growing business
  • 3PL management experience required

About Our Client

Our client have an ambitious investment program for the next 3 years, in which they plan to expand UK warehousing and develop their added value strategy.

Job Description

The Logistics Operations Manager will report in to the UK Sales Manager and will be responsible for our clients UK distribution arm. Based at HQ in North West London your responsibilities will include:

  • Manage the performance of our clients outsourced 3PL warehouse provider.
  • Play a key role in our clients long term UK distribution & warehouse strategy
  • Your remit will also cover: stock management, product quality control, product, public and private liability insurance policies, UK - EU regulations and any future Brexit implications.
  • Support in the preparation of any export and import documentation for shipments.
  • Act as the first port of contact with the HMRC for all excise matters, movement guarantee and compliance with HMRC rules.
  • You will drive and actively participate in the implementation of the certification process and subsequently take care of the audits, SAQs, product and documentation compliance.
  • Ensure a structure for efficient data flow between the sales, logistics and accounting departments.

The Successful Applicant

The successful Logistics Operations Manager will live within a commuting distance of our client's office in North West London and be able to demonstrate the following experience:

  • Previous experience in a Logistics Manager position overseeing UK 3PL performance.
  • Ideally you will have operated in the FMCG sector; food, drink or pharmaceutical industries.
  • Experience of quality management and related certification implementation (eg BRC, FSSC, ISO 22000).
  • Knowledge of ADR hazardous goods and/or bonded stock control management is advantageous.
  • Be able to demonstrate a pragmatic and 'can do' approach to operational challenges.
  • Be structured and organised in your approach.
  • Excellent communications skills.

What's on Offer

A competitive salary of £45,000 to £50,000 + pension + flexible working will be on offer to the successful.

Contact
Dean Rose
Quote job ref
JN-102023-6205866
Phone number
+44 20 7269 2403

Job summary

Job function
Logistics
Subsector
3pl Commercial Management
Sector
Transport & Distribution
Location
North West London
Contract type
Permanent
Consultant name
Dean Rose
Consultant phone
+44 20 7269 2403
Job reference
JN-102023-6205866