Commercial Operations & Logistics Manager

🔒 Confidential Employer
Posted 19 March 2026
LOCATION
South East (UK)
TYPE
Full-time
LEVEL
Mid-Senior level
CATEGORY
Logistics
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SKILLS

Logistics Commercial Operations Supply Chain Management Waste Management Negotiation Stakeholder Management KPIs Reporting

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About the job

We are seeking a highly capable Commercial Operations & Logistics Manager to lead and optimise our UK commercial operations, transportation, and logistics activities. In this key role, you will ensure the efficient, compliant, and cost‑effective movement of inbound and outbound materials across multiple trading projects and operating sites.

What do we expect from you?

  • - Experience in logistics, commercial operations, or supply chain management within the UK.
  • - Strong understanding of UK waste management and transportation legislation.
  • - Proven ability to lead teams using KPIs and performance metrics.
  • - Excellent negotiation, stakeholder management, and communication skills.
  • - Analytical mindset with experience in reporting, forecasting, and process improvement.

Key Responsibilities

  • Oversee accurate, timely, and compliant execution of commercial operations across UK trading projects.
  • Manage the full order‑to‑delivery cycle to ensure contractual tonnages and KPIs are met.
  • Lead and optimise all inbound/outbound transport activities, ensuring cost-effectiveness and service reliability.
  • Build strong collaboration with Commercial and Plant Managers to improve material flows and delivery patterns.
  • Identify new commercial opportunities to grow trading volumes and improve service performance.
  • Manage logistics partners, hauliers, and suppliers, negotiating competitive rates and ensuring service quality.
  • Lead continuous improvement initiatives to reduce costs, improve efficiency, and enhance operational performance.
  • Identify and mitigate operational, logistical, and commercial risks, ensuring compliance with UK transport legislation and internal policies.

What we offer you

  • Competitive salary
  • Company pension plan
  • 30 days holidays inclusive bank holidays
  • Training opportunities
  • Family owned and operated company
  • Dynamic and international working environment with great colleagues and atmosphere
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