Driver and Vehicle Licensing Agency (DVLA)
Stores and Logistics Manager
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470823 Stores and Logistics Manager
Driver and Vehicle Licensing Agency
Apply before 11:55 pm on Wednesday 12th August 2026
📍 Location: Swansea
💷 Salary: £35,663 - A Civil Service Pension with an employer contribution of 28.97%
🕘️ Contract Type: Permanent – Flexible working, Full-time, Job share, Part-time
🏆️ Available Positions: 1
The Stores and Logistics team plays a vital role in supporting the delivery of key Agency services by ensuring the timely, secure and efficient movement, storage and distribution of materials across multiple operational locations. Working at the heart of business operations, the team collaborates with a wide range of internal and external partners to maintain high standards of service, compliance and operational performance. With a strong focus on continuous improvement, safety, quality and customer service, the team provides expert support to operational and project activities while ensuring resources, equipment and processes are managed effectively. This is a fast-paced environment where teamwork, problem-solving and a commitment to excellence are essential to achieving organisational objectives.
As the Stores and Logistics Manager, you will lead the delivery of a safe, efficient and customer-focused stores and logistics service across multiple DVLA sites. You will be responsible for managing operational performance, stock integrity, supplier and contract relationships, compliance and health and safety standards, while leading a team to achieve business objectives. The role also involves driving continuous improvement, managing risks and providing expert advice to support operational and project delivery across the Agency.
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Top Responsibilities
- Ensure the delivery of an efficient and effective stores and logistics function across all DVLA sites that meets or exceeds business and stakeholder needs, in accordance with industry best practice.
- Lead and manage the team by providing advice and guidance to support the achievement of Agency targets against the Business plan.
- Ensure the integrity of both secure and non-secure stock in accordance with Agency policies and procedures, for storage, distribution and stock transfer.
- Liaise and co-ordinate supplier’s delivery schedules to ensure efficient and effective use of resources, storage space and time management.
- Undertake regular contract management and contract owner functions in line with Contract Management Excellence Programme / Contract Management Plan.
For more information on the role and responsibilities please see the full job advert on CS Jobs using the link provided.
Benefits
- Employer pension contribution of 28.97% of your salary. Read more about Civil Service Pensions here.
- 25 days annual leave, increasing by 1 day each year of service (up to a maximum of 30 days annual leave).
- 8 Bank Holidays plus an additional Privilege Day to mark the King’s birthday.
- Access to the staff discount portal.
- Excellent career development opportunities and the potential to undertake professional qualifications relevant to your role paid for by the department, such as CIPD, Prince2, apprenticeships, etc.
- Joining a diverse and inclusive workforce with a range of staff communities to support all our colleagues.
- 24-hour Employee Assistance Programme providing free confidential help and advice for staff.
- Flexible working options where we encourage a great work-life balance.
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About You
To be successful in this role you will need to have the following experience:
- Experience of managing stores, warehousing, logistics or supply chain operations, including stock control, distribution activities and the delivery of efficient, customer-focused services.
- Experience of leading and developing teams, providing clear direction, guidance and performance management to achieve operational and organisational objectives.
- Experience of managing supplier and contract performance, including coordinating service delivery, monitoring standards, driving continuous improvement and contract management.
- Experience of ensuring compliance within an operational environment, including health and safety, risk management, incident investigation, audit activities and the use of performance data to inform decision-making and improve outcomes.
If successful, you will be required to undertake training in order to obtain a Licensed Forklift Truck Operator to RTITB standard, and hold a full UK driving licence. You will be required to provide evidence that you hold any essential qualifications/licenses at some point during the recruitment process. If you cannot provide evidence, your application will be withdrawn.
How to Apply
👉 Read the full description and apply here: https://bit.ly/4hEEjUx
This vacancy closes at 23:55 on Wednesday 12th August 2026
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