Logistics Manager

Description

Reporting directly to the VP Project Delivery, you will oversee all logistics functions, supplier relationships, compliance, and continuous improvement initiatives to support scalable growth and operational excellence.

• Manage the sourcing and inventory of packaging and consumables needed for shipping, ensuring products are delivered in brand-compliant and secure packaging.
• Oversee internal shipping requests and coordinate customer shipments using Freshdesk
• Provide hands-on support in the warehouse, demonstrating a willingness to engage directly with production ops day to day.
• Ensure compliance with dangerous goods and customs regulations
• Implement continuous improvement measures to optimise logistics and warehousing
• Manage inventory levels, ensuring stock is maintained at optimal levels to meet business needs without overstocking. Coordinate finished goods input with Production
• Manage day-to-day facility operations, maintenance, and health and safety
• Pick and package items to ship
• Oversee the management of returns and repairs, ensuring customer satisfaction and efficient handling of faulty products. Work directly with the Technical Support and Quality teams to receive sign off on return/faulty units.
• Manage global shipping logistics, liaising with carriers and preparing export documentation
• Serve as the direct point of contact with shipping logistics companies, negotiating contracts and managing relationships.
• Identify and implement continuous improvement opportunities within logistics and facilities operations to enhance efficiency and effectiveness. Involved in strategic cost evaluation analyses to determine the most efficient logistics operations for the company, identifying opportunities for cost savings and efficiency improvements.
• Support cross-team collaboration and provide staff training on processes and safety
• Provide hands-on warehousing support
• Utilise XYZ internal asset and inventory management systems that track and manage goods, inventory, and logistics operations. Working closely with NPI Director to evaluate future scale up ERP and inventory management systems that will grow with our customer base and global coverage.

Requirements

Introduction to XYZ

An experienced and strategic Logistics and Warehousing Manager is sought to lead operations at our Reading (NPI) facility. This role is vital in ensuring efficient goods receipt, inventory management, warehousing, shipping, import/ export, and facility operations that align with project mobilisation, delivery, and demobilisation activities.

• Adaptable and collaborative
• Background in technology or manufacturing sectors
• Experience with E-Max ERP, Wrike, Salesforce
• Familiarity with project delivery or site mobilisation processes
• Leadership and team development skills
• 5+ years in logistics, warehouse, or supply chain management
• Knowledge of customs, export compliance, and dangerous goods handling
• Strong commitment to safety and quality
• Expertise in inventory control, ERP systems, and shipping procedures
• Strong organisational and communication skills

Benefits

• Dynamic work environment with cutting-edge AR technology
• 25 days holiday + 3 days Christmas shutdown (28 days total)
• Career development opportunities
• Competitive salary
• Private medical insurance and pension scheme

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance