Logistics Manager wanted at What On Earth / Simply Nectar

As we're rather close friends with the guys at What On Earth we wanted to do them a favour...we're posting a job advertisement for them.  We're nice like that, see.  Also, to be honest, the new team member What On Earth is looking for will actually be working with Simply Nectar as well, so we are being a weeny bit selfish ;)

Do you want to join the friendly team here at What On Earth / Simply Nectar?  Do you fancy getting involved in our fun and working in the food /drinks industry?  Well, now you can.  Why?  Because we have a job vacancy and it could be perfect for you.

What On Earth is a fun-loving organic food manufacturer and supplier and we are currently seeking a confident and experienced Logistics Manager to come and work with us.  We have two sites – one in London and one in Somerset – but this role will be based in London.  You will also work with Simply Nectar – a range of award winning sugar free fruit juices and nectars.

About the role:

We are looking for someone with plenty of experience driving in London and an excellent grasp of the highway code. The role involves:

• Overseeing the supply chain cycle and organising deliveries
• Overseeing stock takes, stock checks and internal stock audit
• Line managing 11 members of staff across a double shift operation

You will be in charge of:

• Monitoring and maintaining all logistics related KPIs
• Creating and monitoring department staff rotas; task lists; logs
• Department training and setting of benchmarks and standards for staff
• Departmental cost management
• Departmental waste management
• Management of Sage stock aspect

The role attracts a salary of £23K annually, negotiable after completing a three month probation period. It is offered on a full-time basis (40 hours a week) with two days off a week.

To be considered for this role ideally you will have a track record of working within leading warehouse operations. Other essential qualifications & knowledge we are looking for include:

• UK/EU driver’s licence and have the right to work in the UK
• Have at least 12 months experience as logistics supervisor or similar or suitable experience
• Forklift licence – essential
• Experience in Sage50 will be an advantage
• Good leadership and problem solving skills  

If you are interested in this role, please send your CV and covering letter to the HR Administrator, Marta, on marta@whatonearth.co.uk.  Closing date is 25 November 2011.

What on Earth is an equal opportunity employer and applications are welcomed from everyone (as long as you hold the minimum experience/requirements).

This is where we have to apologise…. basically, due to the high volume of interest generated, we cannot reply to every application.  If you have not heard from us within two weeks please consider your application as unsuccessful – SORRY!

Oh also – we do not deal with agencies so if you are from an agency, please do not contact us.

We look forward to hearing from you job seekers.

Thanks,

What On Earth and Simply Nectar