Logistics Operations Manager

Logistics Operations Manager

Permanent Contract

On-Site Position in Newbury

The Manager of Logistics Operations is responsible for the operation within the warehouse of their responsibility. This role manages a mid size team or teams within one site with a focus on tactical execution to prescribed high level strategy but requires a more experienced proven leader who can also develop strategy to meet service, personnel, cost targets set forth. 

The main objectives are to provide clear leadership and strategic direction to the local team, create a reputation of excellence and ensure a “Best in Class” organization is created and maintained through implementing solutions to further develop, drive and improve customer satisfaction / experience, manage and reduce costs, enhance and develop processes, and support the creation and optimization of an end-to-end supply chain.

This role will promote teamwork and collaboration, quality performance standards, professionalism and integrity to ensure that results are delivered in accordance with the strategic plans, objectives and customers’ contractual agreements.

Key Activities & Responsibilities:

Operations & Leadership:

• Oversee warehouse, kitting, and distribution operations, ensuring alignment with customer needs
• and service levels.
• Drive strategic planning, process improvements, and compliance with industry regulations. Ensure
• adherence to health, safety, and regulatory standards, incl. ISO 9001 and 14001.
• Manage the logistics budget, optimizing cost efficiencies while maintaining service excellence.
• Ensure effective resource allocation and provide detailed cost justifications for key investments and initiatives.

Continuous Improvement & Compliance:

• Foster a culture of accountability, efficiency, and continuous improvement.
• Identify and implement best practices to enhance logistics performance.
• Support sustainability initiatives to reduce the carbon footprint.

Team Development & Performance:

• Build and develop a high-performing warehouse and kitting team.
• Ensure all activities related to employee engagement, talent reviews and periodic employee reviews are conducted across area of responsibility.
• Provide coaching and development opportunities for team members.

Results & Customer Focus:

• Ensure accurate, efficient, and cost-effective handling, storage, and distribution of goods.
• Maintain KPIs for safety, quality, service, and operational performance.
• Monitor potential disruptions and implement proactive solutions.
• Foster a customer-first approach in logistics operations by developing strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders.

Requirements:

Education

Desired:

• Bachelors or master university degree (preferably in Engineering or Logistics).

Experience

Essential:

• Proven experience in warehouse and kit operation
• Minimum 3 years of experience as people manager.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience applying Lean methodologies in an operational environment.

Competencies & Behaviors

• Ability to demonstrate advanced competencies in strategic decision-making, operational oversight, and team development.
• Will be expected to articulate clear expectations and inspire team members to achieve challenging objectives, all while exhibiting unwavering integrity, resilience, and a commitment to continuous improvement.
• Should reflect a strong sense of accountability and a collaborative approach, fostering an environment in which innovative ideas are both generated and implemented, and where shared success is paramount.
• This balanced focus on technical proficiency and interpersonal excellence is essential for driving organizational performance and sustainable growth.

Competencies

• Customer oriented - strong customer focus
• Stakeholder Management
• Strategic decision-making skills
• Proficiency in operational oversight
• Expertise in team development
• Capability to inspire and motivate team members to achieve challenging objectives
• Relationship builder/collaborator
• Integrity - being honest and ethical. Promote and disseminate Compliance Culture within the
• Company (compliance and ethical behavior)
• Commitment to continuous improvement
• Financial management
  

United Kingdom Pay Ranges:

• United Kingdom: £51,700 - £86,200 GBP Annual

At Stryker, we believe transparency helps candidates make confident decisions about their next career step. Compensation is an important part of that process and we want to be clear about how pay is determined. The compensation information posted for this role may be presented as a salary range or a fixed amount depending on the role.  In addition to base salary, this role may be eligible for incentive compensation (such as bonus and/or commissions where applicable), along with Stryker’s comprehensive benefits package.

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