Logistics Manager

Logistics Manager

Posted 4 days ago by Sofina Foods Europe

Negotiable
Undetermined
Onsite
Malton, England, United Kingdom

Summary: The Logistics Manager at Sofina Foods will oversee finished goods and material movements across manufacturing sites and third-party storage, focusing on efficiency and customer service. This role requires proactive leadership in logistics operations, including managing relationships with freight carriers and driving continuous improvement initiatives. The position is based onsite in Malton, requiring a commitment to a fast-paced environment. The ideal candidate will possess a continuous improvement mindset and proven experience in a similar role within the FMCG sector.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Lead logistics operations with a focus on improvement, efficiency, and customer service.
  • Manage contracts and relationships with freight carriers, third parties, and retailers.
  • Develop and refine SOPs while ensuring KPIs and compliance are met.
  • Drive continuous improvement and lean manufacturing approaches within logistics.
  • Lead contingency planning, reporting, and budget control.
  • Oversee stock movements, distribution, and claims processes across internal and external networks.

Key Skills:

  • Proven experience in a logistics role within a fast-paced FMCG business.
  • Strong communication and problem-solving skills.
  • Ability to build strong working relationships across teams and with external partners.
  • Coaching and performance management skills.
  • Organizational skills and reliability.

Salary (Rate): undetermined

City: Malton

Country: United Kingdom

Working Arrangements: on-site

IR35 Status: undetermined

Seniority Level: undetermined

Industry: Other

Detailed Description From Employer:

Summary Drive efficiency, shape processes, and lead logistics innovation at Sofina Foods’ growing Malton site Additional Benefits Company Pension Scheme The Role At Sofina Foods, we’re looking for a proactive and forward-thinking Logistics Manager to join us. This is a chance to take ownership of finished goods and material movements across two manufacturing sites and into third-party storage and retailer distribution, making a real impact on how we deliver for our customers. You’ll play a key part in driving efficiency, shaping processes, and helping us continue to grow. Please note this role is based onsite in Malton, 5 days a week.

Your Key Responsibilities You’ll lead our logistics operations with a focus on improvement, efficiency, and customer service. Key Areas Include Managing contracts and relationships with freight carriers, 3rd parties and retailers. Developing and refining SOPs while ensuring KPIs and compliance are met. Driving continuous improvement and lean manufacturing approaches within logistics. Leading contingency planning, reporting, and budget control. Overseeing stock movements, distribution, and claims processes across internal and external networks.

The Ideal Candidate We’re looking for someone who brings energy, resilience, and a continuous improvement mindset. You will have proven experience in a similar role, within a fast paced FMCG business. In This Role, You’ll Succeed By Building strong working relationships across teams and with external partners. Communicating effectively and solving problems with confidence. Coaching and developing team members while managing performance. Staying organised, reliable, and focused on delivering results.

Why Sofina Foods? At Sofina, logistics is about more than moving goods, it’s about making things happen, keeping shelves stocked, and driving our growth as a leading food business. At Sofina, we are fast paced and always on the move, this role will be no different - no two days are the same and with our continuous improvement mindset we ensure that every day is a learning opportunity and allows us to grow and build together.

Company Information Sofina Foods is more than just a food company. It’s a place where you can grow your career, learn new skills, and make a positive impact on the world. With a wide range of meat and seafood products that delight consumers worldwide, Sofina Foods is always looking for talented and passionate people to join its team of over 13,000 employees across 40 sites in Canada and Europe, including Young’s Seafood and Karro Food Group. At Sofina Foods, you will be part of a culture that values innovation, quality, sustainability, and customer satisfaction. You will also have the opportunity to work with diverse and delicious products that are sourced responsibly and sustainably from over 50 different protein sources from 5 continents. Sofina Foods has a 25 year history of excellence in the food industry and provides over 500 million meals for the global market every year. Our vision is to be the most successful food company in the world. If you are looking for a rewarding and exciting career in the food sector, Sofina Foods is the place for you.

Equal Opportunities Sofina Foods is proud to be an equal opportunities employer. We’re committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and respected. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and experiences – regardless of age, disability, gender identity, marriage or civil partnership status, pregnancy or maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation Schedule Monday to Friday Location Malton, North Yorkshire Hours of Work Full-time Company Sofina Foods Country Code GB AutoReqId 4864BR