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As a logistics manager, you work under the operational director to oversee all business logistics and operations. You ensure all processes – inventory management, supply chain coordination, secure transportation and quality control – meet high standards.

Day to day, you manage and optimise the supply chain, through procurement, inventory control, transportation and logistics. You ensure high-value items ship securely, both domestically and internationally, dealing with customs and import/export regulations.

To ensure timely delivery of products, you develop and maintain relationships with vendors, suppliers and logistic partners, externally, and, internally, you work with sales, design and production teams, constantly being mindful of the business’s compliance with relevant laws, regulations and ethical standards.

You also implement and oversee security protocols for handling and storing inventory to prevent loss, theft, or damage as well as manage budgets and implement cost-saving measures without compromising quality.

Length of Training

5 years

Salary Expectations

£35,000+

Qualification Requirements

Experience
Security and confidentiality
Managing high-value inventory
International shipping and customs regulations
Quality control and how to overcome QC issues
Knowledge

You are a problem solver on and off the bench, resolving technical making issues and problems in the production supply chain.

You know the product is only as good as the team, so you are an excellent team leader able to get the best from the people.

Skills
Superb organisational skills
Excellent attention to detail
Exceptional leader and team manager
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Excellent interpersonal, communication and negotiation skills
Proficiency in logistics software and inventory management systems
Discretion with confidential information
Operate at senior management level and support other senior leaders
Motivate, assess, plan and organise resources
Competent at optimising process workflows
Quick and efficient
Exceptional time management
Excellent understanding of the manufacturing process and techniques
Good at delegation
Personal Attributes
Proven leadership expertise within manufacturing
Expert bench skills
Competent at developing others
Strategic thinker
Problem solver
Operational acumen
Passionate and enthusiastic about jewellery and your work
Able to adapt to conflicting priorities
Supportive and approachable
Confident decision maker
Remain calm under pressure
Adaptable and flexible
Qualification Requirements

You have a degree, maybe even a master’s, in business administration, logistics, supply chain management or a related field.

Role Also Called

Operations manager, Logistics manager, Operations director, Logistics director