Location: Gloucestershire
Salary: £45K - £50K + £6K Car Allowance
Job Type: Full-time, Permanent
Schedule: Monday–Friday, 40hrs per week (7:30/8:00 – 4:30/5:00
The Role
We are partnering with a progressive, award-winning logistics company to recruit an experienced Operations Manager (3PL, Warehousing & Transport) to oversee end-to-end supply chain operations — from goods-in, warehousing, inventory management, and distribution through to final customer delivery.
This is a newly created role driven by business growth, offering a fantastic opportunity to make a real impact within a fast-paced, expanding third-party logistics (3PL) environment.
Key Responsibilities
* Oversee day-to-day warehouse and transport operations, ensuring KPIs and contractual obligations are met.
* Lead, motivate and develop your team to deliver operational excellence.
* Drive continuous improvement and cost efficiency across all areas.
* Ensure compliance with H&S, HR, and quality standards.
* Support strategic site objectives and deliver against budget targets.
* Embody and promote the company’s core values
* Build trusted relationships with customers and key stakeholders.
Requirements
* Proven experience as an Operations Manager, Warehouse Manager, Logistics Manager, or 3PL Manager within a warehousing, distribution, or supply chain environment.
* Strong leadership skills with a track record of team development, performance management, and employee engagement.
* Commercially astute with experience in budget management, cost control, and financial performance (P&L).
* Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills with a hands-on, solutions-driven approach.
* Solid knowledge of Health & Safety regulations, transport compliance, and logistics legislation.
* IOSH or NEBOSH certified (essential); International CPC (Certificate of Professional Competence) desirable.
* Experience with WMS (Warehouse Management Systems), transport planning systems, and logistics software is advantageous.
Salary & Benefits
* £45,000 – £50,000 base salary + £6,000 car allowance
* Monday–Friday working pattern (no weekends)
* 25 days holiday + Bank Holidays
* Matched pension contributions
* Private healthcare plan
* Employee perks & discounts (Reward Gateway / voucher scheme)
* Ongoing training, leadership development & career progression opportunities
About the Employer
This is a well-established logistics organisation providing distribution, warehousing and third-party logistics (3PL) services across the UK.
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Salary description
£45000.00 - £50000.00 per year