We are seeking a Senior Logistics Operations Manager to join our team in Poole.
The ideal candidate will have experience in managing inventory levels and ensuring high stock availability and order fulfillment, meeting key performance indicators.
Key Responsibilities
• Optimise working capital by balancing stock levels, minimising excess inventory, and implementing effective stocking strategies based on usage and customer contracts.
• Lead the logistics team to execute inventory and ordering decisions efficiently, supported by reports, strategies, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Maintain strong supplier relationships, organise meetings, resolve issues, and support supplier development and scoring.
• Provide cost, usage, and performance data to support strategic decision-making and collaborate with logistics partners, customers, and internal divisions to strengthen service offerings.
• Monitor logistics performance, identify bottlenecks, ensure compliance with regulations, and complete all assigned tasks regularly to improve overall efficiency.
Requirements
• Previous experience in a logistics role within a retail or consumables industry.
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written, for effective internal and external interactions.
• Detail-oriented with a focus on accuracy, quality control, and problem-solving throughout logistics processes.
• Technically skilled in warehouse management systems and other logistics technologies.
• Proven ability to plan, organise, and streamline workflows for efficient operations, considering environmental sustainability.
Benefits
This role offers a salary of up to £50,000 and requires full on-site presence.
What We Offer
This mid-senior level role is well-suited to those who have held roles such as supply chain manager, logistics lead, inventory manager, or operations manager.