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Logistics Manager
Job Posted: 12 hours ago
Salary: £ Competitive
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Hingham, Norfolk
Expire in: a month
Job Description
About the role
As Logistics Manager, you will lead all aspects of inbound and outbound logistics, transport, line feeding, material flow and inventory management to ensure a seamless supply of components to our production lines and the efficient dispatch of finished goods.
You will be responsible for developing and maintaining robust logistics concepts, line-feeding strategies, and packaging and transport solutions that support lean manufacturing principles and operational excellence.
This is a hands-on, leadership-focused role requiring strong logistics expertise, process ownership, and cross-functional collaboration with production, supply chain, procurement, and quality teams.
YOUR MAIN RESPONSIBLITLIES:
Key responsibilities include planning, executing, and monitoring logistics activities, managing inbound and outbound freight, transport, optimising storage and handling processes, and ensuring that performance metrics, such as on-time delivery, inventory accuracy, and cost efficiency, are consistently met. The role also involves problem-solving complex supply chain challenges, supporting business growth, and ensuring compliance with applicable health, safety, and quality standards.
In your role as our Logistics Manager, you will:
Logistics & Material Flow Management
* Design, implement, and maintain efficient material flow concepts from goods-in through to production line and finished goods dispatch
* Lead line-feeding strategies to ensure timely and accurate supply of parts to production
* Manage goods-in, storage, kitting, and internal transport operations to optimise space and efficiency
* Oversee incoming freight management, ensuring timely and compliant receipt of materials
* Develop and manage relationships with 3rd party logistics providers and external transport partners to meet service, cost, and delivery targets
* Create and maintain external transport and packaging concepts to ensure parts and finished goods are handled safely, efficiently, and cost-effectively
Stock Control & Warehouse Operations
* Manage all warehouse and stock control activities to ensure inventory accuracy and traceability in line with aerospace requirements
* Develop and monitor KPIs and deliverables related to inventory accuracy, on-time material delivery, and logistics efficiency
* Drive continuous improvement initiatives to improve material availability and reduce waste
ERP & Systems Management
* Ensure all logistics and warehouse transactions are accurately recorded within the ERP system (Microsoft Business Central experience highly desirable)
* Analyse ERP data to monitor logistics performance and identify process improvements
Supplier & Stakeholder Management
* Collaborate with suppliers to ensure on-time and in-full delivery performance
* Coordinate with procurement and production planning to align logistics schedules with production demand
* Work closely with engineering and quality teams to ensure packaging, handling, and storage requirements meet product and regulatory standards
Leadership & Continuous Improvement
* Lead, develop, and motivate the logistics and warehouse team to achieve departmental KPIs
* Champion lean principles, continuous improvement, and operational discipline within logistics processes
About you
To help Mirus continue our journey of growth, you’ll bring proven expertise in logistics and warehouse management, with a passion for optimising processes, driving efficiency, and delivering excellence across all aspects of material flow and stock control. You’ll combine strong leadership and analytical ability with a hands-on approach and commitment to maintaining the highest operational standards, along with the following skills, experience, and attributes:
Proven experience in logistics or warehouse management within a manufacturing or aerospace environment
Strong understanding of material flow, line feeding, and lean logistics concepts
Inventory Management – stock control, inventory accuracy, cycle counting and warehouse layout optimisation
Demand Planning & Forecasting – Aligning logistics with production and sales forecasts
Transportation & Distribution Management – Coordinating inbound/outbound logistics, freight optimisation, route planning
ERP/Logistics Systems – SAP, Oracle, Epicor, Microsoft Dynamics, or similar (Microsoft Business Central preferred)
Supplier & Vendor Management – Coordinating supplier deliveries, audits, and performance monitoring
Data Analysis & KPIs – Tracking delivery performance, inventory accuracy, logistics costs
Desirable
Experience in an AS9100-regulated or similar quality-driven manufacturing environment
Background in packaging design, material handling, or process optimisation
Understanding of import/export compliance and international shipping processes
Continuous improvement or Lean / Six Sigma training or certification
Personal skills / attributes:
Strong leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills
Initiative to work independently with a proactive & supportive approach to Continuous Improvement
Change management mindset – implementing new systems, processes, or operational models
Must be a reliable and conscientious, demonstrating excellent organisational skills
Ability to effectively prioritize and execute tasks in a high-pressure environment
High level of personal accountability and desire to succeed
If you're ready to take the next step in your career and be a part of a company that values your skills and contributions, we encourage you to apply for our Logistics Manager position. Come on a journey with us and be part of making a positive and impactful differenceBefore You Apply
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