General Manager

General Manager - Contract Logistics Facility Location: Normanton Salary: Circa £80,000 + Car Allowance (negotiable for the right candidate) Hours: Monday to Friday 8:30am – 17:00pm The Opportunity You will take full responsibility for leading, developing, and optimising the warehouse and contract logistics operation. The facility currently operates at around 35% capacity, and you will play a pivotal role in filling the remaining 6000 pallet spaces through strong commercial thinking, operational excellence, and effective client engagement. Key Responsibilities Lead, manage, and develop the entire warehouse and contract logistics operation. Drive commercial growth by identifying, securing, and onboarding new contracts. Increase warehouse utilisation to 100% and maximise revenue across existing and new clients. Oversee P&L performance, budgeting, forecasting, and financial control. Ensure operational compliance, efficiency, and continuous improvement across all processes. Build strong relationships with customers, suppliers, and internal stakeholders. Develop SOPs, KPI frameworks, and best‑practice processes across the facility. Lead and mentor warehouse and logistics teams, cultivating a high‑performance culture. What We're Looking For Proven experience running a Contract Logistics operation within a freight forwarding or 3PL environment. Strong commercial acumen with a history of growing warehouse revenue from the ground up. Experience managing multiple smaller accounts and increasing revenue through value‑added solutions. Demonstrated success in maximising warehouse capacity and utilisation. Full P&L responsibility in a similar environment. A hands‑on, proactive leader comfortable driving change and building structure where needed. Excellent communication, negotiation, and customer‑facing skills. Why Apply? High‑impact leadership role with autonomy to transform an under‑utilised facility. Opportunity to shape the entire contract logistics strategy. Senior‑level package with a competitive salary, plus car allowance. Supportive international business with strong backing for growth. How to Apply If you're a driven, commercially minded logistics leader looking for a role where you can make a significant impact, we'd love to hear from you. Apply now or contact us for a confidential discussion. #J-18808-Ljbffr