Logistics Supervisor - Bristol, Bristol
- Warehousing & Logistics
Logistics Supervisor– Automotive Sector
Location: Weston-Super-Mare (BS24)
Salary: £33,000 – £35,000 per annum
Job Type: Full-time, Permanent
Hours: 37 hours average, 9-day fortnight
We are working on behalf of a leading Tier 1 automotive manufacturer with a long-established reputation for quality. Due to continued growth, they are seeking a Logistics Supervisor (Assistant Core Controller) to join their Logistics department.
This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced logistics professional with strong leadership skills to play a key role in supporting operations, driving continuous improvement, and ensuring customer and business expectations are consistently met.
Key Responsibilities
- Liaise with customers to ensure sufficient parts availability in line with production requirements.
- Manage customer portals and maintain strong customer relationships.
- Oversee packaging recycling and re-use processes.
- Organise core shuttles and packaging to production sites.
- Lead, motivate, and develop a small team in line with company objectives.
- Manage yard activities including scrap collection, material movements, and cleanliness standards.
- Act as lead for scrap sales.
- Organise direct-to-line packaging deliveries.
- Produce monthly summary reports.
Skills & Experience Required
- Proven logistical experience.
- ERP inventory software knowledge and stock control/inventory management experience.
- FLT/Counterbalance licence (essential).
- Full UK driving licence (essential).
- Demonstrable leadership experience.
- Competent IT skills, including Office 365 and ERP systems.
Personal Attributes
- Strong communicator with excellent people skills.
- Highly motivated with a professional approach.
- Organised, structured, and able to work independently when required.
- Target-driven with proven results.
- Strong health & safety awareness.
- Physically fit, as the role can be demanding at times.
Benefits
- Salary: £33,000 – £35,000 DOE
- Company pension scheme (after qualifying period)
- On-site parking
- 9-day fortnight working pattern