Logistics Manager

Chesterfield
4 weeks ago
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Industry leading UK Manufacturer backed by a major global group are looking for a Logistics Manager to join their business in Chesterfield. In this role you will be reporting into General Manager and helping him to further maintain and improve the Transport & Logistics experience for the business. You will play a big part in Route & capacity planning and material flow whilst being quite hands on in your approach. 

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in running a logistics team for a busy manufacturing business and will be a strong communicator, strategic thinker & someone who is a great problem solver. You will be working with all areas of the business and will play a key role in the smooth execution of the 

Role: Logistics Manager
Salary: up to £45k + benefits 
Location: Chesterfield 

The responsibilities for the Logistics Manager will be:- 

Communicate clearly and effectively with all of the internal Stakeholders in the business 
Planning & Managing the Logistics function for the business 
Supporting all areas of the business to achieve the strategic plan and organic growth
Driving best practice in regards to Health, Safety & Environmental accountability from a Logistics Standpoint   
Overseeing, mentoring and developing the team around you 
Skills & Experience Requirements for the Logistics Manager

Tangible history of experience & success within manufacturing logistics
Strong experience of fleet transport (route planning) 
Demonstrable experience of strategic planning (capacity planning, material flow) 
Experience of leading, developing and mentoring a small team 
FLT License is preffered This is a great opportunity for a Logistics Manager to make a difference in a well established business and work within a structured framework whilst being granted the autonomy to make changes and further develop the processes. In return there will be a good salary, being part of a bigger group & the opportunity to continue to grow & progress your career.

Please apply online or contact Sandeep Dhillon for a confidential conversation  (url removed)
Executive Network Group, encompassing Technical Network, Network HR, HSE Network & Procurement People, sourcing mid to senior level management for automotive, aerospace, engineering and manufacturing industrial sectors, with a portfolio of services including executive search, advertising, MRO for permanent and interim contract recruitment services

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