Romac Logistics
STRATEGIC PLANNING MANAGER
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Job Type: Full-time, Permanent
Shift Pattern: To be discussed at interview
Salary: £60,000-£65,000 per year
Based: Chesterfield based with National remit – Travel required
About Romac Logistics
Please note the site is currently based in Alfreton DE55 Relocating to Chesterfield (S44 6AE)
As part of Romac Logistics’ continued growth and investment, we are seeking an experienced Head of Chilled Distribution to join the business on a full-time, permanent basis.
This is a senior leadership role with national accountability across chilled warehousing and transport operations, with a particular emphasis on our Chesterfield RDC — Romac Logistics newest and largest strategic investment. The successful candidate will be responsible for delivering operational excellence, supporting business growth and ensuring best-in-class service for our customer.
The role requires a strong visible presence at our new Chesterfield RDC, alongside effective leadership and governance across the wider RDC network. The position holds full accountability for operational performance, financial delivery, safety, compliance, and customer outcomes within chilled distribution.
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Roles And Responsibilities
- Lead the performance, development and optimisation of the Chesterfield RDC as the flagship site within the network
- Provide visible senior leadership across chilled distribution operations, with a primary focus on the mobilisation and development of our Chesterfield RDC
- Ensure efficient, safe and compliant warehouse and transport operations across all chilled sites
- Drive operational excellence through standardisation, KPI management and continuous improvement initiatives
- Oversee and align performance across all national chilled RDCs
- Hold full P&L accountability for chilled warehousing and transport operations
- Manage operational costs, labour efficiency and asset utilisation to deliver strong financial performance
- Support and drive growth across both warehousing and transport operations, including scaling existing business and implementing additional volume
- Maintain strong customer relationships and ensure consistently high service delivery and communication standards
- Ensure full compliance with all UK transport, HSE and food safety regulations
- Lead safety and compliance initiatives, driving a strong culture of accountability and continuous improvement
- Develop and lead high-performing operational teams across multiple locations
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Skills And Experience
- Proven experience in a senior logistics or distribution leadership role, ideally within chilled or temperature-controlled environments
- Strong track record of managing large-scale warehousing and transport operations
- Demonstrable experience delivering operational excellence and business growth
- Strong financial acumen with experience managing P&L performance
- In-depth knowledge of UK transport legislation, HSE and compliance standards
- Ability to lead, influence and develop high-performing teams across multiple locations
What We Offer
- Company Car
- Opportunity to lead Romac Logistics flagship chilled distribution operation
- Key leadership role within a growing and ambitious logistics business
- Company pension, holiday allowance and additional benefits
If you're interested in the position, then please apply and one of our team will be in touch to discuss further.
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