Logistics Manager - Chemical Distribution

Our Client is a multi-sector speciality distributor of raw materials and chemicals to the UK Manufacturing Industry.

They are now seeking a Logistics (Operations) Manager. This position will be based in Bradford and is a full-time permanent role.

Job Purpose

• To safely and successfully lead all Operational activities at the Bradford site, meeting target levels of customer service excellence.
• Responsibilities include; management of chemical storage within the warehouse; bulk storage, filling, and blending, legal and regulatory compliance; and the transport and distribution of chemicals.
• Also to ensure operational activities are carried out in a cost effective manner, in line with budget.

Key Responsibilities

• Responsible for Safety Management System and approval of all site documents including procedures and inspections.
• Ensure that Operations delivers on its Customer Service Excellence targets, working closely with the GM and other colleagues.
• Facilitate the skills and competence development of direct reports, and assist them with the development of their respective teams.
• Manage the contact / interface with all appropriate regulatory / professional bodies.
• Senior role in all aspects of site incident control.
• Report to senior management on Near Misses, Misloads, PSPI performance for site.
• Create, agree & achieve annual cost budgets for Operations.
• Work closely with Transport Manager to ensure safe and efficient distribution of chemicals on site fleet.
• Act as Permit to Work, SAP and Legionella Responsible person.
• Act as site Health and Safety Lead Coordinator.
• Identify site improvements - operational compliance / efficiency - and ensure these are communicated in a timely manner and included in the annual Capex plan.
• Create and implement agreed capex requirements in a timely, efficient manner.
• Effectively manage operational teams at the Bradford site, including storage, distribution & chemical filling schedules.
• Identify & drive all areas of operational improvement required to meet future / projected business needs.
• Have ability to liaise with customer base on operational and technical requirements, including safe compliance and tank / site inspections.
• Liaise with other sites Operations Managers.
• Responsible for management and upkeep of packaging fleet.
• Undertake designated site ops / engineering inspections.
• Ensure out of hours emergency calls are dealt with effectively.

Qualifications and Experience

• National Level 3 qualifications in related technical fields or Maths & Science (or equivalent)
• IOSH and NEBOSH qualifications (essential)
• Operations management experience in the chemical industry (essential)
• Knowledge and experience of storage and distribution logistics
• Knowledge of inorganic chemistry and associated processes (desirable)
• Knowledge / experience of HAZOP activities (desirable)
• Logical & analytical thinker
• Effective decision maker
• Excellent problem solving skills
• Good communication skills - written & oral
• Good team working skills
• Ability to work under pressure and meet strict deadlines
• High level of commitment to role including out of hours support / call-in
• Organised and structured approach

In return, our Client is offering a competitive package including a basic salary of up to £46,000 per annum plus bonus & benefits

To apply for the above position, please send your C.V and a covering letter to Lorraine Roger, Director at Atom Recruitment Ltd.