Logistics Operations Manager - October 2026

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced and proactive Operations Manager to lead our brand-new facility in the heart of the West Midlands. The role is responsible for operational performance, health & safety, quality compliance, cost control, continuous improvement and creating a positive high-performance culture.

This is a role that offers the opportunity to make a real difference. Coach a willing team to operate to your high standards that align to our business strategy and goals. The role comes with substantial opportunity for growth and development in a people focused culture.

36.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday to be agreed with line manager. Flexible hours required to support engagement with night shift operations.

• Lead warehouse, inventory, pick & pack and dispatch operations.
• Deliver customer OTIF performance and order accuracy.
• Manage labour planning and resource utilisation.
• Drive productivity, throughput and process improvements.
• Lead Health & Safety compliance, audits, risk assessments and investigations.
• Think with an open mindset to problem solve, remove risk to product integrity and remove operational risk
• Control budgets, labour costs and operational expenditure.
• Develop supervisors and warehouse teams through coaching and performance management.
• Challenge efficiencies and inconsistencies.
• Ensure inventory accuracy and effective stock control

Skills and experience:

• Proven warehouse or logistics operations management experience.
• Strong Health & Safety background (IOSH/NEBOSH desirable).
• Experience within quality-controlled environments.
• Strong understanding of WMS systems and KPI management.
• Experience leading teams in fast-paced operational environments.
• Budget and cost management experience.
• Continuous improvement experience.

People Leadership

• Support a positive, engaged and accountable culture.
• Drive employee engagement and retention.
• Support recruitment, training and succession planning.
• Conduct performance reviews and coaching sessions.

Competencies

• Teamwork: Ability to work well as part of a team. Friendly, approachable and cooperative.
• Flexibility: Responds effectively to changing circumstances. Adjusts tasks and priorities when required.
• Customer service: Good understanding of customer deliverables and the need for strong quality. Ability to work to essential quality standards.
• Organisation: Ability to plan and organise work. Ability to work on own initiative, with minimum supervision.
• Health & safety: Understanding of health and safety requirements.

Working for one of the leading manufacturing companies in the country, this is a great opportunity to drive positive change and make a significant contribution across the business. In return, you will receive a rewarding and competitive remuneration package, and be based in our Edinburgh office, in the heart of Scotland.

• 33 days annual leave which increase with service up to a maximum of 38 days.
• Additional holiday purchase scheme.
• Health cash plan.
• Bike to work scheme.
• On-site parking.
• Staff discount.
• Sharesave options.

36.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday to be agreed with line manager. Flexible hours required to support engagement with night shift operations.

If you're interested in this position, please apply using the form below.

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