Logistics and Supply Chain Manager

Job Description

Job Description:

Job Opportunity: Logistics and Supply Chain Manager

Location: Birstall, West Yorkshire (On-site)
Job Type: Permanent
Salary: £60,000 - £70,000 (DOE) + Bonus + Benefits

We are seeking a Logistics and Supply Chain Manager to lead and transform the logistics operations at our Birstall site. This is a pivotal on-site leadership role responsible for managing inbound materials, finished goods outbound logistics, and short-term production planning across a high-volume, 24/7 manufacturing environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and develop the Logistics Team responsible for inbound materials, UK and export finished goods outbound, and short-term planning of 10 production lines.
• Drive supply chain transformation by creating and implementing a new site logistics strategy, integrating operations, supply chain, finance, and engineering.
• Own the two-week short-term production planning process, balancing production priorities with market requirements through negotiation with central planning and site leaders.
• Manage supplier relationships and operational performance of prime material deliveries.
• Ensure compliance with EU legal and regulatory requirements for the movement and export of Category 3 animal by-products, including post-Brexit customs requirements.
• Oversee the site Logistics Conversion Cost operating plan budget and lead recruitment, onboarding, development, and succession planning for your team.

About You

• Proven experience managing teams within a high-volume manufacturing, FMCG or supply chain environment.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to manage, develop, and motivate a team.
• Expertise in supply chain transformation and strategy development.
• Excellent negotiation and stakeholder management skills.
• Knowledge of EU export regulations and compliance, particularly post-Brexit customs requirements.
• Ability to manage complex supplier networks and third-party logistics providers.
• BA/BSc Degree (or equivalent) In Supply Chain/Business/Engineering or similar subject

What can you expect from Mars?

• Work with diverse and talented Associates, all guided by the Five Principles.
• Join a purpose-driven company, where we’re striving to build the world we want tomorrow, today.
• Best-in-class learning and development support from day one, including access to our in-house Mars University.
• An industry-competitive salary and benefits package, including a company bonus.

Mars is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable adjustments for individuals with disabilities, long-term health conditions, or who are neurodiverse during the application and recruitment process. To request reasonable adjustments, complete our Reasonable Adjustment Request Form here.

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