Culina Group
Contract Manager & Project Support
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Company Description
Culina Group is a leading UK 3rd party food & drinks logistics provider offering dedicated and shared user warehousing and distribution solutions.
At Culina we have a winning culture, we believe that our culture is one of the reasons our company continues to thrive… A place where you're valued, challenged, and inspired!
Job Description
We are looking for a highly organised and proactive Contract Manager & Project Support professional to join our team. This is a varied and exciting role which can be based at either our Appleton site or Carlisle sites. You will be primarily supporting the EDF network in Carlisle, ensuring operational resources are effectively deployed to meet daily performance targets and customer requirements.
In addition to network operations, you will play a key role in supporting our Special Operations Department, working on a range of high-profile projects across motorsport, events, logistics, and customer-focused initiatives. This position offers excellent exposure across multiple business areas and provides genuine opportunities for career development and progression.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage and maintain contracts, ensuring compliance with company policies and contractual obligations.
- Act as a key point of contact for internal and external stakeholders.
- Monitor contract performance, renewals, and key deliverables.
- Support project managers with planning, reporting, documentation, and coordination.
- Track project timelines, resources, budgets, and actions.
- Organise meetings and maintain accurate project records.
- Liaise with Legal, Procurement, Finance, and Operations teams as required.
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Additional Responsibilities
- Oversee several accounts, managing vehicle movements, drivers and event logistics.
- Provide back-office support, including vehicle tracking and customer ETA updates.
- Support winter projects, including customer rebranding, staffing coordination, and operational planning.
- Assist with the planning and management of European events, concerts, exhibitions, and touring logistics.
Qualifications
- Previous experience in contract management, project coordination, logistics, or operations.
- Strong organisational and communication skills.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
- Excellent attention to detail and stakeholder management skills.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office applications.
- Experience within logistics, events, motorsport, or transport sectors would be advantageous.
- Prince 2’ or equivalent Project Management qualification is desirable.
Additional Information
As part of our drive to make Culina Group a great place to work. We are proud to be an inclusive and diverse organisation where we are committed to employee development and recognising success for hard working performers.
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Our dedicated learning and development programmes are open to every employee to give you the opportunity to shape your own future within logistics and continue to work in an environment where team culture thrives.
Our People are the driving force behind our success, which is why we offer a wide range of benefits which include:
- Annual Leave – Competitive holiday entitlement of 25 Days + 8 Bank Holidays (pro-rata)
- Pension scheme – we want colleagues to enjoy a comfortable retirement so we offer a great contribution of 5% employee and 8% employer
- Wellness – Via our Employee Assistance Programme we offer immediate access to a confidential telephone counselling and legal information service that operates 24 hours a days, 365 days a year
- Eye Care Vouchers – We can provide you with substantial savings with free eye tests and discounts on prescription glasses
- Reward & Recognition – We recognise that employees have gone the extra mile via Employee of the month and year, special recognition and long service awards.
- Everyday discounts - via our benefit platform you will have access to over 50 retailer discounts for everyday savings!
- Eventor full team kit
If you meet the requirements for the above role and are looking for your next career opportunity please apply now and become a part of our #WinningTeam!
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