Logistics Manager, Cookstown

Experienced Logistics Manager required to lead distribution operations based in Cookstown.

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.

Hours:

• 8am - 4pm, Monday - Friday with some flexibility required.
• Occasional cover required at the weekend
• Salary depending on experience

Key Responsibilities

• 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

Skills & Experience

• Minimum 3 years' experience as a Logistics Manager/ Transport 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

Benefits include:

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

How to Apply

Please contact Noeline McNamee on 028 6632 3300 (Ext 345)

CV's to [email protected]