Reference: 4817783Job ID: 5407720Posted: 2026-07-30Closing date: 2026-10-28Location: LeicestershireSalary: Up to 75,000 + Car or Allowance (per annum)Job type: PermanentWorking pattern: Full timeIndustry: Manufacturing & Production / LogisticsCompany: HaysConsultant: Jim FowlerHays office: Milton Keynes — First Floor, ll Exchange Square, North Fourth Street, MK9 1HLPhone: 01908 870251Email: ##### Centre ManagerLeicestershire | Up to 75,000 + Bonus + Car/Allowance + BenefitsYour new companyHays Supply Chain & Logistics are partnering with a well-established organisation to recruit an experienced Distribution Centre Manager to lead a significant warehousing and Logistics operation. This is an excellent opportunity for a senior logistics leader who enjoys delivering operational excellence, leading high-performing teams and driving continuous improvement within a fast-paced distribution environment. The successful candidate will take ownership of a sizeable operation, leading both warehousing and transport activities whilst working closely with senior stakeholders across the wider business.Your new roleKey Responsibilities will include;Leading a large-scale warehouse and distribution operation.Managing operational performance against service, safety, quality and cost objectives.Developing and coaching management teams to build a high-performance culture.Driving improvements in productivity, efficiency and customer service.Managing relationships with external logistics and transport providers.Supporting operational change and business improvement initiatives.Ensuring compliance with all relevant transport, warehouse and health & safety standards.Monitoring and analysing operational performance to identify areas for improvement.Working collaboratively with senior stakeholders to support wider business objectivesWhat you'll need to succeedTo be successful in this role, you will be able to demonstrate:Proven experience leading medium to large warehousing and distribution operations.Experience across both warehouse and transport functions.Strong people leadership skills with a track record of developing and improving teams.Experience managing third-party logistics or transport providers.Strong commercial awareness and operational decision-making capability.The ability to lead through change and drive continuous improvement.Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills.A hands-on, proactive leadership approach with a strong sense of accountabilityWhat you'll get in returnSalary up to 75,000Performance-related bonusCompany car or car allowancePrivate medical coverPension schemeAdditional flexible benefitsCareer development opportunities within a successful and growing organisationThis role would suit an ambitious logistics professional currently operating as a Distribution Centre Manager, Warehouse Operations Manager, Logistics Manager or Regional Distribution Manager looking for their next challenge.What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. #4817783 - Jim Fowler