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- Lead and manage the logistics team to ensure efficient and timely and safe delivery of goods.
- Coordinate and oversee the entire logistics process, including route planning for 8 multi-drop rigid vehicles daily.
- Optimise logistics operations, fleet management and maintenance to improve efficiency and reduce costs.
- Collaborate with the sales team to ensure any potential issues are resolved in a timely manner.
- Maintaining, servicing, and repairing fleet of vehicles including ensuring the compliance of operator’s license, CPC and tachograph are up to date.
- Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations, company policies and general HR duties associated with a busy warehouse environment.
- Ability to source alternative carriers/couriers as and when required.
- Driver training including accident and incident management.
- Foster a positive and collaborative team environment, providing training and support as needed. Including covering for the Warehouse Team Leader in their absence.
- Proven experience as a Logistics Team Leader or similar role with drive and enthusiasm to manage the performance of a team and to maintain an efficient distribution partner to the sales department.
- A can-do attitude coupled with strong leadership and time management skills.
- Excellent organisational and problem-solving abilities, with an eye for detail.
- To be a motivational team player, committed to the values and objectives of the business.
- Good numeracy and literacy skills with proficiency in logistics software and inventory management systems.
- Ability to work flexible hours to meet business needs.
- Commitment to maintaining a safe and efficient logistics operation.
- A clean driving licence is essential, HGV Class 2 and forklift driving being a real benefit.
- Experience with pallet network/ express carriers, contractors and 3PL management
- Knowledge of imports/exports would be an advantage.
- Competitive salary circa £35k which is negotiable depending on experience.
- Be part of an established and respected business with a strong reputation.
- Opportunities for professional growth and development.
