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Contract Logistics Lead

Job Posted: 6 days ago

Salary: £ Competitive
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Poole, Dorset

Expire in: 22 days

Job Description

Fortress Recruit is working with a leading engineering and manufacturing organisation in Poole to appoint an experienced Contract Logistics Lead to oversee a major internal stores and logistics relocation for a 3-month project.

This is a hands-on, short-term contract opportunity where you will take ownership of a phased site move involving stores, goods-in, environmental and marketing functions, ensuring the successful transfer of stock, materials, equipment and personnel into a newly expanded facility. This is not a project management role; you'll be expected to actively lead from the front, working alongside facilities and operational teams to ensure the project is delivered efficiently with a hands-on approach and with minimal disruption to business operations.

Key responsibilities will include:

  * Leading and coordinating the phased relocation of stores, inventory and operational departments between facilities

  * Planning and executing stock transfers

  * Managing the movement of goods-in operations into the new facility

  * Organising and optimising storage layouts within a newly expanded stores area

  * Coordinating van transfers and material movements between sites throughout the project

  * Identifying and resolving logistical challenges as they arise to keep the project on schedule

  * Maintaining accurate stock control and inventory integrity throughout the transition

  * Providing regular progress updates to management and key stakeholders

  * Taking ownership of the project with minimal supervision and driving activities through to completion

To be considered you will have:

  * Previous experience within logistics, stores, warehousing, supply chain or materials management environments

  * Experience coordinating site moves, warehouse relocations, stock transfers or similar logistics projects

  * A highly organised and proactive approach with the ability to work autonomously

  * Strong practical problem-solving skills and the ability to adapt to changing priorities

  * Experience managing inventory and material movements within engineering, manufacturing, defence or industrial environments

  * A hands-on attitude with a willingness to be actively involved in the physical aspects of the move where required

  * Experience gained within military logistics, stores, supply chain or operational support functions would be highly desirable

  * Full UK driving licence is required

  * Eligibility for SC clearance (5 years' UK residency with no visa or sponsorship requirement)

This is a short-term contract opportunity for someone looking for a varied assignment where they can make an immediate impact. The role would particularly suit an individual with a military logistics background, someone transitioning between permanent positions, or a candidate seeking valuable project-based experience within a fast-paced engineering environment.

This is a contract role expected to last approximately 3 months and is based full time (37 hours a week) on-site in Poole, Dorset. An immediate start is preferred to support the first phase of the relocation project.

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