Logistics Manager

Our client is a leading company in Malta who is operating within the FMCG sector. They would like to engage a Logistics Manager to join their team.

The Role

• Lead end to end warehouse and logistics operations, driving efficiency, safety, and service excellence across inventory handling, fleet management, and distribution.
• Own day to day warehouse operations, overseeing receiving, storage, replenishment, picking, and dispatch to ensure high accuracy and on time fulfillment.
• Model labor, space, equipment, and fleet requirements around demand trends and seasonal peaks. Proactively resolve operational bottlenecks using data driven, cost effective solutions.
• Design and refine facility layouts, slotting strategies, and material flows to maximize throughput, space utilization, and workplace safety.
• Partner with Procurement and Sales to align inbound logistics with outbound demand. Flag capacity or inventory risks early with clear, actionable recommendations.
• Direct route planning, scheduling, and load optimization to maximize on time delivery, vehicle utilization, and cost control. Oversee fleet maintenance schedules and asset availability.
• Manage the operational budget and draft business cases for capital investments. Leverage root cause analysis (discrepancies, delays, waste) to implement sustainable CI initiatives.
• Maintain robust SOPs, internal controls, and data integrity. Champion ERP and WMS optimizations by supporting process mapping, user acceptance testing, and system adoption.
• Foster a high performance culture grounded in accountability and constructive problem solving. Mentor supervisory teams, clarify objectives, and drive cross departmental alignment.

Requirements

• Substantial track record managing end to end warehouse and transport operations with full accountability for operating costs, inventory integrity, and customer satisfaction. Direct experience in FMCG or temperature controlled food distribution is strongly preferred.
• Demonstrated success delivering measurable improvements in logistics KPIs, including productivity, fulfillment rates, shrinkage, and cost per case.
• Strong grasp of inventory management principles (FEFO, batch traceability), health and safety compliance, and food safety standards. Hands on experience with modern ERP and WMS platforms.
• Advanced Excel skills and strong KPI dashboard literacy, with Power BI or similar BI tools preferred. Able to turn raw operational data into executive level insights.
• Certified or practically versed in Lean, 5S, or structured root cause problem solving methodologies.
• Degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Operations, or equivalent practical industry experience.

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