Contract Logistics Manager

Job Description

Job title: Contract Logistics Manager

Company: Simarco Worldwide Logistics

Job description: Simarco is an established, award winning provider of international logistic and freight services, and we provide a wide range of tailored solutions for clients’ throughout the UK, Europe and Globally across all Worldwide trade routes.

At Simarco we understand that global trade and industry markets are continually changing and expanding to meet customer needs. That’s why our logistics, air, sea/ocean freight forwarding, road haulage & distribution and warehousing solutions are not only flexible but are tailored to meet clients’ individual and ever-changing requirements.

This role is responsible for the day-to-day operations of the Stoke warehouse, including receiving, storing, and dispatching goods ensuring that warehouse activities are conducted safely, efficiently, and in compliance with company policies and regulations.

Inventory Management: Overseeing the management of inventory within the warehouse. This includes maintaining accurate stock levels, conducting regular stock checks, and implementing inventory control measures to prevent discrepancies and stockouts.

Space Utilisation: Being responsible for optimising the use of warehouse space. This may involve designing storage layouts, maximizing shelf space, and ensuring that goods are stored in an organized and accessible manner.

Order Fulfilment: Manage the order fulfilment process, ensuring that customer orders are picked, packed, and shipped accurately and on time. This may involve coordinating with other departments, such as transportation, to meet delivery deadlines.

Quality Control: Oversee quality control procedures to ensure that goods are received and stored in good condition. They may also conduct inspections to verify the quality of outbound shipments.

Health and Safety Compliance: Implement safety protocols, conduct safety training, and enforce safety regulations to prevent accidents and injuries.

Staff Management: lead and manage a team of warehouse personnel, including supervisors, pickers, packers, and forklift operators.

Process Improvement: Identifying and implementing process improvements to enhance warehouse efficiency is a key aspect of the role. This may involve implementing new technology, streamlining workflows, or optimizing picking and packing processes.

Equipment Maintenance: oversee the maintenance and repair of warehouse equipment, such as forklifts, conveyor systems, and pallet racking. Ensure that equipment is in good working condition is vital for smooth operation.

Vendor Relations: interact with suppliers and vendors to coordinate the delivery and receipt of goods. This includes managing the receipt of inbound shipments and handling any discrepancies or issues with suppliers.

Reporting and Documentation: Maintaining accurate records and generating reports related to warehouse activities, including inventory levels, order fulfilment rates, and operational performance.

Cost Management: Managing warehouse expenses and optimising costs to stay within budgetary constraints. This includes monitoring labour costs, energy consumption, and other operational expenses.

Regulatory Compliance: Ensuring compliance with relevant regulations, such as customs, safety, and environmental standards, especially when handling hazardous materials or international shipments.

Continuous Improvement: Identifying opportunities for continuous improvement and implementing best practices to enhance warehouse efficiency and customer satisfaction

Hours of Work

Monday – Friday

08:00 – 18:00

Flexibility Required

Experience / knowledge / skills

• Significant managerial experience
• Knowledge of WMS systems including RF Scanners.
• Proven experience running a high performing profitable contract logistics department.
• Microsoft Word and Excel at intermediate level.
• Able to promote and manage change.
• Effective organisational and time management skills, inclusive of prioritising workload
• Effective influencer and negotiator
• Confident decision making and problem solving.
• Able to deliver coaching/training.
• Able to interpret statistics and data effectively.
• Adaptable and quick to learn.

Personal Qualities

· Ability to communicate at all levels.

· Calm and ability to work under pressure.

· Flexible approach to hours of work.

· Applies attention to detail.

· Display a positive attitude and conduct themselves as a role model.

· Ability to develop, coach and motivate others.

· To provide solutions to problems.

· Experience in handling difficult situations.

· Reliable and Self-motivated.

· Pro-active and forward-thinking approach.

· Able to implement and drive ideas for results.

· An excellent relationship builder

· Displays a focus on customer needs.

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary dependent on experience
• 25 days annual leave plus 8 bank holidays
• Discount Platform
• Full training and support
• Cycle to work scheme
• Employee assistance program
• Extensive learning opportunities
• Employee Engagement Forum
• Reward and Recognition programme
• Pay Day Treat Day

Expected salary:

Location: Stoke-on-Trent

Job date: Sun, 03 Dec 2023 08:19:01 GMT

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