At a Glance
- Tasks: Manage logistics from supplier to delivery, ensuring efficiency and compliance.
- Company: Dynamic trading company with a collaborative international team.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, bonus, pension, and modern office environment.
- Other info: Opportunity for travel between the UK and Germany in a high-growth environment.
- Why this job: Play a key role in scaling a fast-growing business with real ownership.
- Qualifications: 5+ years in logistics or supply chain, strong knowledge of regulations.
The predicted salary is between 55000 - 65000 £ per year.
This is a key role at the heart of the operation, managing the end-to-end execution of trades from supplier to final delivery.
You will ensure efficient, compliant, and cost-effective logistics while proactively managing risk and driving continuous improvement across the supply chain.
Key Responsibilities
- Coordinate day-to-day logistics, trading activities, and delivery execution
- Issue and manage purchase and sales contracts (spot and long-term)
- Optimise supply/demand alignment to maximise efficiency and margin
- Oversee high-volume material flows (hundreds of kilotonnes annually)
- Resolve operational challenges across the supply chain
- Work closely with Finance/Credit on instruments such as letters of credit and insurance
- Manage relationships with storage/tank partners, maintaining stock availability & accuracy
- Lead resolution of claims, damages, and insurance cases
- Maintain accurate data in CTRM/ERP systems
- Ensure full compliance with relevant regulations and standards
Experience & Knowledge
- 5+ years experience in logistics, supply chain, or operations within trading or distribution
- Strong knowledge of Incoterms, import/export, and regulatory frameworks (e. g. REACH)
- Experience working with ERP/CTRM systems and MS Office
- Degree or equivalent experience
Skills & Requirements
- UK or Germany based with full right to work at either location (no sponsorship available)
- Willingness to travel between UK and Germany
- Full driving license (UK or EU)
- Strong organisational and problem-solving skills
- Commercially aware, with a focus on efficiency and risk management
- Confident managing internal and external stakeholders
- Proactive, solutions-driven, and comfortable working at pace
Why Apply?
- Competitive salary, bonus, and pension
- Modern offices and a collaborative, international team
- High-growth environment with real ownership and visibility
- Opportunity to play a key role in scaling a dynamic business
- JBRP1_UKTJ
Logistics Manager in Chelmsford employer: Merritt Recruitment
As a leading manufacturer in the construction materials sector, we pride ourselves on fostering a dynamic and inclusive work culture that values innovation and collaboration. Our hybrid working model allows for flexibility between our Northern and South West England offices, ensuring a healthy work-life balance while providing ample opportunities for professional growth and development within the architectural community. Join us to be part of a forward-thinking team that is committed to making a meaningful impact in the industry.
