Operations & Logistics Manager

The successful Operations & Logistics Manager will be responsible for the design and implementation of durable procedures that support the demands of our grocery and wholesale customers whilst achieving product margin, delivery on time and minimising inventory holding.



The role will involve:



Manage third party operations for the production of longer life coffee products

Devise and implement logistics strategies as part of new grocery / wholesale customer set up that supports launch volumes, whilst maximising business margins

Minimise cash tied up in inventory for grocery / wholesale customers when minimum order quantity (MOQ) 3rd party volumes are in excess of new customer launch requirements.

Understand and plan for the implications of storage space availability and product Best Before End (BBE) dates when planning to hold product for various lower volume orders

Source packaging suppliers in line with business requirements for the launch of new products, managing the communication between business stakeholders and suppliers with artwork / sampling and sign off and production

Manage the third-party logistics freight forwarders for collection and delivery into Grocery and Wholesaler, consolidating with our mainline procurement items for cost and green efficiencies where possible

To be successful in this role of Operations & Logistics Manager we would love to speak to anyone who has experience of:



At least three to five years of experience in operations management, project management or similar roles.

Good data analysis, planning and organisational skills.

Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

The ability to create and deliver robust plans, with determination to accomplish goals



ACS are recruiting for a Operations & Logistics Manager. If you feel that you have the skills and experience required in this advertisement to be a Operations & Logistics Manager, please submit your CV including an outline of your experience as a Operations & Logistics Manager It is always a good idea to include a covering letter outlining your experience as a Operations & Logistics Manager engineer with your application as this will enhance your chances of selection and improve your prospects of landing the Operations & Logistics Manager role you desire