Logistics Operations Manager

Job Description


Job title: Logistics Operations Manager

Company: AJ Walter Aviation

Job description: As the Logistics Operations Manager, you’ll play a pivotal role in orchestrating a seamless transition. You won’t just be supporting the current Logistics Manager; you’ll be gradually taking the reins, steering the course towards a new era in logistics excellence. This extended journey will see you evolve into the driving force behind our Logistics Management, empowering the existing Manager to channel their expertise into shaping our logistics and warehouse strategy.

This isn’t your typical roleβ€”it’s an opportunity to showcase your adept leadership, communication, and proactive approach.

What you’ll be doing:

Team Management:

  • Assist in managing the departmental staff, ensuring adherence to all procedures and processes.
  • Monitor and support team members to ensure compliance with established protocols and guidelines.
  • Provide guidance and mentorship to facilitate professional development within the team.

Security and Compliance:

  • Monitor known security procedures at Slinfold H.Q in alignment with the Warehouse Operations Manager.
  • Ensure Import Export Control Compliance awareness, including adherence to Dangerous Goods regulations.

Training Coordination:

  • Coordinate appropriate training programs for both new and existing team members to enhance their skills and knowledge.

Performance Review and Reporting:

  • Review departmental KPI targets, processes, techniques, and tools.
  • Develop and implement reporting processes to provide insightful feedback to the Logistics Manager.

Communication and Trust:

  • Create an environment oriented towards open communication, creative thinking, cohesive teamwork, and workplace trust.
  • Promote a culture of transparency and collaboration within the team.

Data Analysis and Performance Monitoring:

  • Analyse data to monitor performance, identify trends, and plan improvements.
  • Use data-driven insights to enhance operational effectiveness and efficiency.

Mentoring and Continuous Improvement:

  • Mentor direct reports to ensure ongoing development and continuous improvement initiatives are actively pursued.
  • Encourage a culture of learning and innovation within the team.

To be successful in the role, you will bring:
Compliance Expertise: in-depth knowledge and practical experience in Import and Export regulations. * DGSA Awareness

  • Supply Chain Experience

What’s in it for you?

Enjoy a monthly team fun budget and support community causes through charity events. Join our vibrant social scene with company-run events and experience a stunning work environment at our state-of-the-art HQ, complete with an onsite gym, bike-for-work scheme, delicious restaurant, discretionary bonus, healthcare, and Perkbox benefits.

🏠 Not local to our state-of-the-art HQ? Don’t worry. Relocation support packages are available to make your move to the area easier.

πŸ’» This role may be eligible for hybrid working after 3-month probation (2 days WFH).

πŸ§‘β€πŸ€β€πŸ§‘ Inclusive recruitment process; let us know about any reasonable adjustments needed.

🌎 AJW Group promotes diversity and equal opportunities.

πŸ“ DBS background check may be required for successful candidates.

See for yourself what it’s like to work at AJW Group:

Our person specification below is by no means exhaustive, and we would like to hear from you if you are interested in the role or in joining AJW Group, despite whether you meet all of our requirements. We will provide training to ensure your success and growth at AJW Group. We welcome informal conversations before making the decision to apply, please direct your request for a pre-application call to

Please note that you may need to undergo a DBS background check if you are successful.

To recruitment agencies: AJW Group will not accept unsolicited or speculative agency CV’s and will not be responsible for any fees related to unsolicited CVs.

Expected salary:

Location: Slinfold, West Sussex

Job date: Thu, 04 Jan 2024 08:08:25 GMT

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