Distribution Manager

Job Title:

Distribution Manager

Location: Cookstown, Northern Ireland

Reporting to: General Manager

Hours: Flexible

Days: Monday – Friday with Occasional cover required at the weekend

Elis is an international textile, hygiene, and facilities services provider operating in 30 countries worldwide
. We deliver a complete rental and laundry service, supplying workwear, mats, mops, bed and bath linen, hygiene solutions, and pest control services. With plants and distribution hubs across Ireland, our 1,400+ employees support over 10,000 Irish businesses, delivering high‑quality products through accredited systems and a strong commitment to infection control, safety, and sustainability. Our circular services model helps customers focus on their core business while reducing their environmental footprint.

• Competitive salary
• Pension scheme
• Employee assistance programme
• Ongoing training and development
• Career progression within a growing international organisation

We are seeking an experienced Distribution Manager to lead our Cookstown distribution operations. The successful candidate will deliver service excellence through the efficient and cost‑effective management of the distribution department, ensuring customer service meets agreed plans while remaining compliant with all legal and company policies.

• Oversee the distribution department and ensure systems are used effectively to manage delivery routes and drivers
• Full responsibility for departmental P&L, including personnel, vehicle rental, third‑party services, fuel, and other costs
• Ensure full legal compliance relating to personnel and fleet (CPC, tachographs, PPE, uniforms, etc.)
• Maintain fleet standards in line with established maintenance and inspection guidelines
• Ensure distribution activities comply with RSA regulations (loading factors, driving hours, etc.)
• Drive effective collaboration between distribution, service, and production teams to optimise customer service
• Ensure compliance with environmental, health, and safety requirements
• Ensure all routes are fully staffed and appropriately loaded
• Manage time, attendance, and wages systems
• Identify training needs and ensure all compliance training is current
• Identify recruitment requirements and liaise with the HR department
• Manage investigations and disciplinary issues in conjunction with HR
• Oversee yard and dispatch operations, delegating tasks to the Dispatch Supervisor
• Ensure effective stock control

• Minimum 3 years’ experience as a Logistics Manager or Deputy Logistics Manager preferably in Northern Ireland
• Hold a current C License, Tachograph, and CPC
• Proven experience managing teams
• Strong written, verbal, and organisational skills
• Ability to influence and engage teams to drive performance
• High attention to detail with the ability to analyse data and implement improvements
• Excellent organisational skills with the ability to manage priorities effectively

Interested candidates should submit their CV and a cover letter outlining their experience and suitability for the role.