We are seeking a highly skilled Logistics Manager to join our team at DS Smith Belper. As a key member of our operations team, you will be responsible for the safe and effective day-to-day management of the despatch department, including transport and forklift trucks.

• Liaise with site departments on a daily basis to discuss and resolve any issues.
• Actively participate in improvement initiatives to optimize our supply chain operations.
• Ensure that all transport requirements are met, including the management of inventory and stock levels.
• Take overall responsibility for departmental Health & Safety, ensuring a safe working environment for all employees.
• Ensure adequate communication exists between Logistics, Production, and internal departments to facilitate smooth operations.
• Monitor stocks of pallets required internally and for finished goods, re-order with suppliers to ensure safe levels are maintained.
• Carry out purchasing functions required by the business to ensure an efficient supply chain is maintained.
• Identify and populate staff training matrices to ensure staff are multi-skilled in all departments.
• Own the reel and board store storage areas, ensuring they are maintained to a high standard with high stock accuracy.

We are looking for a candidate with a strong focus on Health and Safety in the workplace, as well as high-level numeracy and literacy ability with excellent attention to detail.

• A strong understanding of manufacturing processes and the ability to fulfill customer requirements via a warehouse.
• Previous team management experience, with a proven track record of leading high-performing teams.
• Good understanding of the principles of pull planning in a manufacturing environment.
• Excellent analytical, communication, time management, and process improvement skills.
• Competent in the use of Microsoft packages, particularly Excel.
• IOSH and ILM qualifications are advantageous.

• Competitive salary
• 25 days holiday, plus bank holidays
• Site bonus
• Pension scheme, life assurance, and income protection
• Sharesave scheme
• Digital GP Service
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Employee Discounts
• Cycle to work scheme