Night Operations Manager
West Midlands | up to £55k + Package | Monday–Friday
A senior opportunity within a growing logistics operation
Phoenix Talent Network is working on behalf of a growing logistics business to appoint an experienced Night Operations Manager.
This is an opportunity for a hands-on operational leader who can take ownership of a busy night operation, lead people effectively and ensure that safety, productivity and service standards are consistently maintained.
The successful candidate will play a key role in coordinating operational activity across transport, yard, and warehouse functions, and will be responsible for maintaining an efficient, well-controlled working environment.
The Role
Your responsibilities will include:
- Leading and developing night-shift operational teams.
- Coordinating vehicle movements, yard activity and loading operations.
- Managing resource allocation across people, equipment and operational areas.
- Supporting inbound, outbound and cross-dock activity.
- Maintaining high standards of health and safety, compliance and operational discipline.
- Monitoring productivity, KPIs and service performance.
- Identifying operational issues and implementing practical improvements.
- Working collaboratively with daytime management and wider business functions.
- Making effective decisions in a fast-paced environment with a high level of autonomy.
Relevant Experience
We are particularly interested in candidates with experience in one or more of the following environments:
- Transport and logistics operations.
- Night-time depot or hub operations.
- Cross-dock and trunking environments.
- Yard management and HGV-heavy operations.
- Large-scale warehouse operations involving significant MHE and vehicle movements.
You should have:
- Proven operational leadership experience.
- Strong knowledge of health and safety and compliance.
- Experience managing people, performance and resources.
- The ability to prioritise and make decisions under pressure.
- A practical, visible and hands-on leadership style.
- A continuous improvement mindset and the confidence to take ownership.
Package & Working Pattern
- Salary: up to £55,000
- Working pattern: Monday–Friday, 45 hours per week.
- Location: West Midlands.
- Environment: High-volume night logistics operation.
- Opportunity: Genuine scope for development and progression.
Interested in Hearing More?
This is an opportunity to join a growing operation in a role offering genuine responsibility and the chance to influence performance, people and operational standards.
If you have experience in night operations, transport, logistics, yard management or distribution, I would welcome a confidential initial conversation.
Contact James Alexander at Phoenix Talent Network for further information.
Night Operations Manager in Birmingham employer: Phoenix Talent Network
Join an international logistics and transport business that prioritises health and safety as a core value. With a commitment to fostering a proactive safety culture, this company offers competitive salaries, robust employee growth opportunities, and a collaborative work environment where your expertise will directly influence operational standards across multiple sites in the UK. Here, you will not only lead the health and safety agenda but also be part of a team that values your contributions and supports your professional development.
