Senior Contract Manager
| Dyddiad hysbysebu: | 12 Rhagfyr 2025 |
|---|---|
| Oriau: | Llawn Amser |
| Dyddiad cau: | 11 Ionawr 2026 |
| Lleoliad: | Coalville, Leicestershire, LE67 1TW |
| Gweithio o bell: | Ar y safle yn unig |
| Cwmni: | Gregory Distribution Ltd |
| Math o swydd: | Parhaol |
| Cyfeirnod swydd: | R006671_1765540204 |
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Senior Contract Manager
Location: Coalville
About Us: Gregory Distribution Ltd is a market leader in logistics and transport solutions across the UK. We partner with major brands to deliver innovative, efficient, and compliant supply chain services. Our reputation for operational excellence and customer-centric solutions is built on strong leadership and continuous improvement.
The Opportunity: We are seeking a Senior Contract Manager to take full ownership of high-profile logistics contract for key clients. This is a pivotal leadership role, responsible for driving operational performance, commercial success, and strategic client relationships. You will lead a dedicated team, work with multiple internal stakeholders and ensure delivery of exceptional service standards while optimising cost and compliance. This role will be based in the Midlands but the role will require national travel.
Key Accountabilities:
Strategic Contract Leadership
- Full accountability for a significant customer contract that spans the UK. Ensure contractual compliance, KPI achievement, and delivery of agreed service levels.
- Drive commercial performance, budget control, and cost optimisation strategies.
- Act as the senior point of contact for clients, leading performance reviews and fostering long-term partnerships.
Operational Excellence
- Oversee daily operations of a dedicated fleet, ensuring efficiency, compliance, and safety.
- Implement continuous improvement initiatives to enhance productivity and reduce operational costs.
- Utilise data-driven insights to identify trends and deliver process improvements.
People Leadership
- Lead, develop, and inspire your team to achieve operational and commercial objectives.
- Promote a high-performance culture and ensure effective succession planning.
- Provide guidance on labour relations and ensure alignment with organisational policies.
Compliance & Governance
- Champion health, safety, and regulatory compliance across all operations.
- Collaborate with internal stakeholders including Procurement, Operations, and People & Culture to deliver seamless service.
What We're Looking For:
- Proven track record in senior contract management within logistics or transport.
- Strong commercial acumen with experience in budget management and financial analysis.
- Exceptional leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
- Transport Manager CPC desirable; additional qualifications in logistics or supply chain desirable.
Desirable:
- Experience managing complex, multi-client contracts.
- Familiarity with retail logistics and customer service principles.
- Previous experience of delivering significant change programmes
- Experience in TUPE
Why Join Gregory Distribution Ltd?
- Competitive Salary: Salary depending on experience.
- Hours: 08:00hrs - 17:00hrs, Monday to Friday.
- Training: Monthly Courses for a variety of areas.
- Benefits: Additional holiday purchasing scheme*, Retail discounts with Hapi*, Retail Trust Wellbeing Support*, and more.
- Career Growth: Explore opportunities for professional development within our expanding business.
- Company Benefits: Excellent holiday allowance. Life assurance, pension, and sickness scheme*.
- Extras: Christmas Savings Club*, Black Circle Tyre Discount*, Free Uniform and paid Volunteer Day.
- Wellbeing Support: Benefit from the Retail Trust Wellbeing Support* program.
- Team Environment: Be part of a strong culture of teamwork and collaboration.
How to Apply
If you have the drive to be the best and want to be part of a flourishing and ambitious company, apply now!
Please submit your application as soon as possible. Due to high volumes of applications, we reserve the right to close adverts before the closing date once we have received sufficient application
Eligibility: Applicants must be eligible to work in the UK with no restrictions. Proof of Right to Work will be required at the interview stage.
Contact Us: For any queries, please contact our Recruitment Team at . Our team is available Monday to Friday, 08:30hrs - 17:00hrs.
Note to Recruitment Agencies: We prefer to recruit directly but have a Preferred Supplier List for when we need assistance. We'll be in touch if we need you.
*Subject to terms and conditions.