Logistics Manager
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Logistics Manager (Food Manufacturing)
At The Compleat Food Group were not just serving up great food were creating an environment where our people can thrive. As one of the leading chilled prepared food manufacturers in the UK food industry we believe that our employees are the secret ingredient to our success. Were passionate about fostering a culture where quality innovation collaboration and personal growth are at the forefront.
Location: Milton Keynes MK6 4AH
Working Hours: Monday Thursday 08:00 16:30 Friday 08:00 15:30
Salary: 40000
Job Purpose
Based at our chilled food manufacturing site in Milton Keynes you will manage the storage picking and distribution of finished goods delivering against KPI targets within budget.
Key Duties:
- Lead despatch and warehouse operation to support the business in delivering customer orders.
- Maintain KPI metrics to analyse and implement improvements.
- Manage time and resources across production facilities ensuring performance is undisrupted.
- Stock accuracy and reconciliation for on and offsite locations.
- Coordinate transport and cold storage providers to meet business needs.
- Liaise with Planning teams to manage requirements including labour equipment freeze capacity
- Manage relationship with third party logistic providers dealing with daytoday escalation longer term demand forecasting and performance.
- Ordering scheduling and stock taking of returnable equipment considering peak season and freezer program.
- Delivery discrepancy investigation and debit note reduction plan.
- Control budgeted spend and deviation forecast whilst finding ways to reduce cost.
- Overtime management and reduction plan.
- Motivate and train workforce whilst identifying talent to develop.
- Promote GMP and Health and Safety across the site ensuring integrity and food safety.
- Maintain full traceability of finished goods and ensure always audit ready.
- Deputise for Supply Chain Manager during periods of absence and annual leave
Experience:
- Previous experience in logistics management supply chain warehouse and transport
- FMCG background
- Budget control and cost reduction plans
Key Skills:
- Problem solving and organisational skills.
- Excellent communication and leadership skills
- Outstanding interpersonal and relationship building skills.
- Proven coaching and mentoring skills to develop and drive team.
- Understands key performance metrics to drive improvement.
Qualities
- Selfmotivated
- Enthusiasm to learn and grow.
- Team player
- Ability to work under pressure
- Flexible attitude
Whats in it for you
- Dynamic Environment: You will be working in a fastpaced futurethinking agile company where your contributions make a real difference.
- Culture: Be part of a fantastic team that values diversity innovation collaboration and excellence.
- 33 days holiday (including bank holidays)
- 2 EmployeeVolunteering Days per year
- Online and Highstreet retailer discount scheme
- Employee wellbeing and community support groups
- Informal and Formal training opportunities with personalised online LMS platform
- Charity Initiatives and Team events
- 24/7 Access to Grocery Aid (Free Financial Emotional and Practical Support)
- Physical Wellbeing Benefits Free on demand exercise hub and various gym discounts.
- Online Wellbeing benefits
- Free Financial wellbeing mortgage calculators budget tools financial aid tools
The Compleat Food Group fosters an inclusive respectful culture where everyone feels safe supported and valued. We welcome diverse talent knowing it drives exceptional results and a better workplace.
We are committed to Fairness Equity Inclusivity and Respect we ensure all colleagues can thrive by bringing their whole selves to work. As an equal opportunitys employer we provide all the support you need to succeed.
Contact us with any questions about Diversity & Inclusion or accessibility during the application process.
Recruitment Agencies:
We have a small active and trusted Preferred Supplier List to assist us if required. We do not acknowledge any speculative CVs or unsolicited candidate introductions. We only accept CV submissions for roles released to you directly by our Talent Acquisition team.
If you would be interested in working with us please send a message to and should we have any roles we need additional support with we will reach out to you.
Required Experience:
Manager
Employment Type
Full-Time
