Operations Manager; Logistics

This is a very unique role to which an advert cannot do justice. This is the kind of brand that materially strengthens your profile and will open doors. If you define yourself as exceptional talent then you should apply.

Our client is a rapidly growing well-established
food
SME, with incredible distribution listed across every single retailer in the UK. They have redefined a classic category with a creative twist
. They are looking for an Operations Manager to support their most critical function. 🚀

• 🔹 Inbound planning: Schedule and manage all deliveries into the UK warehouses, balancing capacity.
• 🔹 Stock flow: Oversee the end‑to‑end movement of stock from factory to warehouse to keep operations smooth.
• 🔹 Logistics reporting: Track service levels and on‑time performance, using data to spot issues and drive improvements.
• 🔹 Order processing: Convert customer email orders into the inventory management system and streamline manual steps where possible.
• 🔹 D2C logistics: Own the relationship with the 3PL, improving pick accuracy, stock control and reporting.
• 🔹 Stock rotation: Flag slow‑moving or ageing stock and support smart allocation before it becomes a risk.
• 🔹 Efficiency projects: Reduce road miles, improve order patterns, optimise stock visibility and cut operational waste.

• Bonus: up to 20%
• Holiday Days: 30 + Bank Holidays (8)
• Private Health Insurance
• Competitive Parental Leave Policies

• ⚡ Solution-Focused Mindset
  :
  Bring energy, initiative, and a “find a way” attitude — not just flagging problems but suggesting fixes.
• 💡 Proactive & Continuous Improver
  :
  Spot opportunities to streamline repetitive tasks, automate, and modernise processes.
• 🤝 Strong Communicator & Relationship Builder
  :
  Excellent interpersonal skills to manage suppliers, logistics partners, and internal stakeholders.
• 📊 Commercially Astute & Detail-Oriented
  :
  Comfortable managing numbers, stock reconciliations, and operational KPIs with precision.
• 🧭 Adaptable & Calm Under Pressure
  :
  Thrives in a fast-paced, growing FMCG business where priorities can shift quickly.
• 🎓 Experienced in FMCG Ops/Supply Chain
  :
  Proven experience in operations, supply planning, or logistics within FMCG (essential).

Due to the high volume of applications received we are unable to respond to everyone directly. If you are not contacted within 10 working days, you have unfortunately not been shortlisted.

Lawrence Recruitment is acting as an employment agency on behalf of our client.