Logistics Manager

Location: Newcastle-under -Lyme ST5

Reports to: Logistics Manager

Shift Pattern

4 on 4 off days and nights, ( 2 Day Shifts / 2 Night Shifts - 4 off)

07:00 - 19:00 / 19:00 - 07:00

12 - hour shifts

Permanent Vacancy

Salary in line with market rates

Statutory Deductions for TAX, NI and (Pension if not opted) out apply

Role Purpose

Logistics Manager provides strong leadership and direction to supply chain teams across transport and despatch operations. The role ensures products are safely assembled, accurately dispatched, and delivered to customers on time and in full.

Reporting to the Logistics Manager, is responsible for driving continuous improvement across operational performance, leading change, and developing individuals and shift teams to meet business objectives.

Key Responsibilities

Health & Safety

Promote and maintain a Safety First culture at all times

Support and contribute to risk assessments within departments

Ensure full compliance with Health & Safety standards, Safe Systems of Work, and current legislation

Ensure all team members understand and adhere to safety policies

People Leadership

Set clear performance goals and targets for team members

Ensure shifts are fully staffed, trained, briefed, monitored, and motivated

Manage absence, investigations, and disciplinary matters in partnership with HR, unions, and management

Recruit, train, and develop team members in line with company values

Operational & Quality Management

Ensure compliance with Quality Assurance System (QAS) standards

Ensure dispatched goods meet customer expectations, including code control

Ensure vehicles are correctly documented, loaded, and secured

Maintain responsibility for food safety, product integrity, traceability, and product withdrawal procedures

Cost & Performance Control

Control shift costs, including labour, absence, damage, and stock losses

Drive efficiency and continuous improvement across logistics operations

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

Health & Safety performance, including FLT audit completion

Budget management within agreed targets

Quality of goods dispatched meeting QAS and customer standards

Effective use of labour and equipment in line with safety and cost objectives

Order fill accuracy, stock control, and loss reduction

Time window compliance

NM&H reporting and closure

Management of driver infringements

Skills & Experience Required

CPC qualified (or willing and motivated to achieve qualification)

Full car driving licence

Proven leadership and people management experience

Previous experience in a transport or logistics operation

Strong customer service focus

Computer literate with excellent written and verbal communication skills

Strong analytical skills with evidence of delivering process improvements

What's On Offer

A challenging and varied role within a fast-paced manufacturing environment

Opportunities for training, development, and career progression

A culture focused on safety, quality, and continuous improvement

Apply now to join a forward-thinking logistics team committed to operational excellence.

This job is commutable from the following areas, Stoke on Trent, Newcastle under Lyme, Hanley, Longton, Burslem, Tunstall, Fenton, Trentham and surrounding areas.

If you believe that your skills and experience match what we are looking for please submit your CV by clicking "Apply Now" and we will be in touch immediately. xlqdzyr

We welcome applications from all suitably qualified individuals and comply with the Equality Act 2010.

Ethero Ltd is acting as an employment business in relation to this vacancy.