Overview
Job Specification
Job Title:
Assistant Logistics Manager
Function:
Supply Chain / Logistics
Location:
Cavan
Reporting to:
Logistics Manager
Direct Reports:
2
The Assistant Logistics Manager will lead day-to-day logistics operations, ensuring the highest standards of safety, environmental compliance, customer service, and operational efficiency.
This role plays a key part in driving a high-performance, cost-effective logistics function through strong leadership, continuous improvement, and collaboration across the wider supply chain and commercial teams.
The successful candidate will lead by example, fostering a safety-first culture while leveraging lean principles, digital tools, and team engagement to deliver service excellence in a competitive environment.
Key Responsibilities
Safety, Environment & Compliance
Drive safety and environmental compliance across all logistics operations
Work closely with EHS teams to implement continuous improvement initiatives that reduce risk
Act as an ambassador for high standards of safety and behaviour on site
Logistics & Operational Excellence
Plan, lead, and optimise all logistics activities, including third-party haulage partners
Deliver operational efficiency and customer service improvements through lean methodologies, digital tools, and team engagement
Optimise logistics costs by eliminating waste and maximising resource utilisation
Ensure accurate material receipt, picking, and shipment
Maximise On-Time-In-Full (OTIF) inbound and outbound delivery performance
Systems, Projects & Change
Lead logistics activities as part of ERP (SAP or equivalent) and systems upgrade projects
Support logistics strategy development as part of the wider supply chain leadership team
Contribute to cross-business logistics integration where applicable
Leadership & Stakeholder Management
Lead, develop, and engage the logistics team to achieve high performance
Actively manage and develop haulage and logistics partners
Build strong collaborative relationships with Operations, Sales, Finance, HR, and other internal stakeholders
Manage industrial relations in partnership with Human Resources
Performance Management
Define, track, and deliver key KPIs including:
Safety
Operational efficiency
Stock record accuracy
Customer service performance
Communication & Working Relationships
Internal:
Collaborative team player with the ability to influence and negotiate across multiple functions
Clear and confident communicator, both written and verbal, across technical and commercial audiences
External:
Effective communicator with customers, logistics partners, regulatory bodies, and industry stakeholders
Comfortable operating at all levels, from site to senior leadership
Decision Making & Accountability
Responsible for all logistics operational activity, including third-party providers
Contributes to supply chain strategy planning and implementation as part of the leadership team
Required Attitudes & Behaviours
Customer Focus:
Deep understanding of internal and external customer needs; consistently goes the extra mile
Ownership & Accountability:
Entrepreneurial mindset with strong ownership of outcomes
Innovation:
Challenges existing processes; introduces new ideas, tools, and ways of working
Collaboration:
Builds open, engaging, and high-trust team environments
Agility:
Flexible, proactive, and adaptable in a fast-changing operational environment
Values
Safety and environmental responsibility at the core of all actions
Continuous improvement mindset
Strong customer focus
Commitment to quality and innovation
Respect for others and teamwork
Integrity, loyalty, and accountability
Belief that business success is driven by people
Skills, Knowledge & Experience
Essential Qualifications
Degree or professional qualification in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Stock Management, Business, or Front-Line Management
Strong IT skills, including MS Office and SAP or equivalent ERP systems
Lean / WCM / Six Sigma certification desirable but not essential
Experience & Competencies
Proven experience in a logistics or warehouse management role (ideally within manufacturing or construction materials)
Demonstrated success in change management and project delivery
Strong leadership and people management skills
Excellent problem-solving and decision-making capability
Customer-service oriented and results driven
Strong communicator with the ability to build effective internal and external relationships
Hands-on, proactive approach
Clear commitment to safety and sustainability
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