At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead daily operations in a fast-paced yard and warehouse environment.
- Company: Join a dynamic team in St Ives, Cambridgeshire.
- Benefits: Enjoy 25 days holiday, health care, and a pension plan.
- Other info: Thriving environment with opportunities for continuous improvement.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on project delivery and team performance.
- Qualifications: Experience in logistics and strong leadership skills required.
The predicted salary is between 35000 - 45000 £ per year.
We're Hiring! Ready to take the lead in a fast‑paced, operational environment and play a key role in delivering major projects and events.
Role Type: Full‑Time, Office‑Based; Location: St Ives, Cambridgeshire; Reporting to: Operations Manager
We’re looking for an experienced Inbound/Outbound Manager to join our team in St Ives. A hands‑on leader who can drive performance and keep operations running smoothly. In this role, you’ll have overall responsibility for the day‑to‑day running of part of the yard and warehouse operations, managing stock, coordinating logistics, and leading a high‑performing team. This is a pivotal role where your decisions directly impact operational efficiency and project delivery.
What You’ll Do
- Oversee daily operations of the yard and warehouse, ensuring efficiency and compliance with company standards
- Lead, manage and develop Yard Team Leaders, Operatives, Drivers and Store personnel
- Coordinate inbound and outbound logistics to ensure products are delivered on time and to specification
- Manage stock control, mobilisation and maintenance to minimise damage and reduce costs
- Drive continuous improvement across yard operations, transport utilisation and processes
- Manage administrative duties including schedules, timesheets and reporting
- Work closely with internal teams including Planning, Transport, Projects and Site Management
- Lead by example on Health & Safety, ensuring safe working practices at all times
- Deliver regular team briefings and maintain clear communication across all functions
What We’re Looking For
- Strong experience in logistics, warehouse or yard management
- Proven experience leading and developing teams in an operational environment
- Knowledge of stock control, transport planning and operational processes
- Experience using ERP systems and confidence with Microsoft Office tools
- Strong organisational, communication and problem‑solving skills
- Ability to prioritise, multitask and perform under pressure
- A proactive, hands‑on leadership style with a continuous improvement mindset
- Flexibility and adaptability in a fast‑moving environment
- A full, clean UK driving licence
- Experience within the temporary infrastructure or events industry
- IOSH or equivalent Health & Safety qualification
What We Offer
- 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
- Health Care Cash Plan
- Group Personal Pension
- Health & Wellbeing Programme
- Company sick pay
- 24/7 Employee Assistance Helpline
- Cycle to Work Scheme
- Long Service Awards
If you’re an experienced operations leader who thrives in a busy, hands‑on environment and enjoys driving team performance and efficiency, we’d love to hear from you.
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Contact Details:
Arena Europe, Middle East & Asia Recruitment Team
