Logistics Manager (6 month FTC)

Help us make a difference as a Logistics Manager at our site in Redcar.

This position is for 6 months.

A quick look at the role

This role requires someone who can operate both strategically and operationally, stepping into coordinator-level activity when needed to keep the supply chain running smoothly.

• Manage inbound and outbound transport operations, ensuring alignment with production schedules and customer requirements
• Plan and coordinate daily logistics activity, including transport bookings and warehouse transfers
• Maintain strong relationships with hauliers, monitoring performance and resolving service issues
• Oversee all transport documentation, ensuring compliance with UK and international regulations
• Monitor logistics KPIs such as OTIF, delays, and service performance, driving continuous improvement
• Support stock control and ERP system accuracy, including investigating discrepancies and processing adjustments
• Assist with supply chain coordination tasks such as transport scheduling, purchase order creation, and inventory tracking
• Act as a key link between production, warehouse, and commercial teams, ensuring smooth communication and operational flow

• Proven experience in a logistics or transport management role
• Hands-on experience with supply chain coordination or willingness to support at coordinator level
• Strong understanding of transport planning, compliance, and documentation
• Experience using ERP systems and managing data accuracy
• Excellent organisational skills with the ability to prioritise and meet tight deadlines
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to work cross-functionally with internal teams and external partners

• Competitive salary
• Ongoing career development, training and coaching – because if you don’t grow, we don’t grow.
• Generous pension scheme.
• Retail and leisure discounts.
• Holiday and travel discounts.
• Bike to work scheme

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Being inclusive is core to our culture at Biffa; we believe different ideas, perspectives and backgrounds are key to developing a creative and effective working environment that represents our communities and generates the best outcomes for colleagues, customers and stakeholders, which is why you’ll find us championing diversity, equity and inclusion at every turn.