At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead logistics improvement projects and drive operational efficiency.
- Company: Join a leading international manufacturer with a focus on growth.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, annual bonus, hybrid working, and health support.
- Other info: Great opportunities for long-term career development.
- Why this job: Make a real impact while developing your career in logistics.
- Qualifications: Experience in logistics and strong leadership skills required.
The predicted salary is between 50000 - 55000 £ per year.
Meridian Business Support is recruiting on behalf of a leading international manufacturer for a Logistics Improvement Manager to join their Stoke-on-Trent operation. This role offers the chance to make a genuine impact on site performance while developing your career within a well-established global business. The organisation is keen to invest in someone who combines strong logistics knowledge with the ambition to grow. With succession planning in mind for the coming years, they are looking for an individual who has the potential to take on broader responsibilities in the future when opportunities arise. The focus, however, is on excelling in this role and becoming a trusted member of the site leadership team.
As Logistics Improvement Manager, you will lead initiatives that improve efficiency, compliance and operational performance across warehousing, distribution and supply chain activities. Key responsibilities include:
- Leading logistics and operational improvement projects from planning through to implementation
- Driving continuous improvement using Lean principles, process mapping and value stream analysis
- Monitoring KPIs, identifying trends and implementing solutions to improve performance
- Supporting ISO and BSI audits and maintaining compliance with quality standards
- Managing process documentation and promoting best practice across the site
- Building strong relationships with operational teams and stakeholders to successfully embed change
To be successful as a Logistics Improvement Manager, you will have:
- Experience within logistics, warehousing, distribution, manufacturing or supply chain operations
- Previous team leadership or management experience, with the ability to influence and gain buy-in from colleagues without direct line management responsibility
- A track record of delivering process improvements, operational change or continuous improvement projects
- Knowledge of Lean methodologies and operational excellence principles
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with experience of KPI management
- Good Microsoft Excel skills
- SAP EWM experience would be highly advantageous
This Logistics Improvement Manager role would suit candidates currently working as a Logistics Project Manager, Continuous Improvement Manager, Warehouse Manager, Operations Manager, Supply Chain Project Manager or Operational Excellence Manager.
What's in it for You?
- Annual bonus scheme with a strong payment history
- Hybrid working with one day from home per week
- Life assurance and income protection
- Health and wellbeing support, including GP services and Employee Assistance Programme
- Employee discounts and reward schemes
- Long-term career development within an international organisation
If you're looking for a Logistics Improvement Manager position where you can drive meaningful change today while developing towards future leadership opportunities, we'd love to hear from you.
Logistics Improvement Manager employer: Allscreens Nationwide Ltd
Allscreens Nationwide is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive team culture where employees are valued and encouraged to thrive. With access to state-of-the-art training facilities and opportunities for career progression, our Automotive Glazing Technicians in Birmingham can expect not only competitive bonuses but also the chance to work with the latest technology in the industry. Join us and be part of a company that prioritises both employee well-being and customer satisfaction.
