Goods In and Logistics Manager

We are currently recruiting for an experienced Goods In and Logistics Manager to join a growing and established business based in the Wirral. This is an important operational role, responsible for coordinating goods-in, dispatch and logistics, including company drivers and deliveries to site.

• Manage and coordinate the day-to-day goods-in, dispatch and logistics operation
• Oversee and coordinate two company drivers undertaking site deliveries and collections
• Plan and prioritise deliveries and collections in line with operational requirements
• Coordinate the movement of materials to engineers and customer sites
• Manage returned materials, ensuring they are correctly recorded, identified and allocated
• Check incoming deliveries against purchase orders and delivery documentation
• Identify and elevate shortages, damaged or incorrect goods and other issues
• Ensure materials are correctly prepared, checked and secured before leaving the factory
• Maintain accurate records of deliveries, collections and material movements
• Lead and support drivers and other logistics team members
• Help improve stock, goods-in, returns and logistics processes
• Maintain a clean, organised and controlled yard and goods-in area
• Reduce unnecessary journeys, failed deliveries and avoidable transport cost
• Liaise with internal departments to manage changing priorities and urgent requirements

• Experience in goods in, logistics, dispatch, transport coordination or a similar role
• You will have previous experience supervising or managing a small team, with the confidence to coordinate drivers and manage day-to-day operational requirements
• Confident coordinating people, deliveries and changing priorities
• Experience using computerised systems and operational software
• Proactive in identifying and resolving problems
• A clear and effective communicator
• Highly organised with strong attention to detail
• Able to introduce and improve processes rather than simply maintain the status quo
• Experience with in manufacturing, engineering, construction or building products would be advantageous but is not essential
• A full UK driving licence

• Hours:
  
  Monday to Friday, 8am - 4:30pm (early finish Fridays, 3:15pm)
• Salary:
  Available on request / application
• Holiday allowance: 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays, increasing to 28 days after 5 years' service, with the opportunity to earn up to 3 additional days for excellent attendance.
• Pension contribution
• Life assurance
• Medi-cash scheme
• Free parking on site

Please note:

All applicants must have the full right to work in the UK. Our client does not offer sponsorship