Senior Logistics Manager / Head of Logistics

East Midlands, England, United Kingdom (Hybrid)
Logistics & Customer Services
Permanent
up to £85,000 + £6,000 Car Allowance + 15% Bonus
Holly Pattison
Holly@pod-talent.com
661123
29-Jun-2026

Location: East Midlands / South Yorkshire (commutable to Corby, Northampton & Sheffield).

Pod Talent are working with a rapidly growing and innovative consumer goods business on an exciting new opportunity within their logistics team. This role will play a crucial part in managing 3PL relationships and operational performance across multiple warehouse locations. It's a brilliant opportunity for someone experienced in third-party logistics who enjoys being hands-on and driving real change in a high-growth environment.

Key Responsibilities of the Senior Logistics Manager -

  • Act as the key contact between the business and 3PL providers, ensuring excellent service and contract performance
  • Analyse logistics data and 3PL KPIs to drive improvements and cost-saving initiatives
  • Monitor and manage capacity planning, storage utilisation and operational resource requirements
  • Validate 3PL invoicing and ensure reporting is delivered accurately and on time
  • Support system developments and ensure high inventory accuracy across 3PL sites
  • Audit 3PL SOPs and ensure compliance, identifying areas for continuous improvement
  • Provide weekly visibility and reporting to internal stakeholders, flagging performance risks

Key Experience Required for the Position of Senior Logistics Manager -

  • Strong experience managing 3PL contracts, ideally within both B2B and D2C channels
  • Proven background in logistics or warehousing, with a mix of 3PL and in-house operations
  • Solid understanding of performance management, capacity planning and cost control
  • Experience working with parcel carriers, particularly in a consumer-led supply chain
  • Proactive mindset, data-driven and comfortable travelling regularly between sites
  • Ideally based within a commutable distance of Corby, Northampton and Sheffield

This is a great opportunity to join a fast-paced, high-performing supply chain team and make an impact from day one.

Interested?
Apply now or reach out to holly@pod-talent.com to learn more!

Holly Pattison

Principal Consultant - UK Logistics

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