Logistics Manager
Location: Pontyclun
Position: Full time, Permanent
Salary: £35,000-£38,000 DOE
Our Client
Autograph Recruitment are delighted to be supporting a well-established, family-run manufacturing business based in Pontyclun. With a strong presence across the UK, they specialise in the manufacture of bespoke, customised products, built to premium quality standards that consistently exceed expectations.
Their continued success is built on technical expertise, innovative solutions and an unwavering commitment to customer service. With exciting projects on the horizon, ambitious growth plans and a significant increase in turnover year-on-year, they are now looking to appoint a Logistics Manager to support the next phase of expansion.
The Role
As Logistics Manager, you will take responsibility for overseeing the end-to-end logistics and distribution function, ensuring products are delivered efficiently, on time and in line with customer expectations. You will liaise closely with customers, suppliers and internal departments, building strong working relationships and driving continuous improvement across operations.
You will:
- Manage day-to-day logistics operations including transport, warehousing and dispatch
- Oversee and develop a small logistics team
- Coordinate with production and procurement to manage lead times and delivery schedules
- Negotiate with transport providers and suppliers to ensure cost-effective solutions
- Monitor performance metrics, identifying opportunities to improve efficiency and reduce costs
- Ensure compliance with all relevant transport, health & safety and regulatory requirements
- Resolve delivery issues and customer queries in a professional and proactive manner
- Attend senior management meetings, contributing to operational strategy
- Implement and improve internal systems and processes to enhance service levels
The Ideal Candidate
- Proven experience within a manufacturing or engineering environment
- Previous experience in a logistics or supply chain management role
- Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities
- A confident communicator who builds strong business relationships
- Experience managing budgets and reporting on operational performance
- Commercially aware, with the ability to identify cost-saving opportunities
- Able to work autonomously, take initiative and drive positive change
Next Steps
If you’d like to be part of their journey towards continued growth and operational excellence, click Apply to upload your CV for consideration.
For more information, please contact Holly Williams on 01291 497280 or email holly@autographrecruitment.co.uk.
Autograph Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency to supply permanent workers.
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