General Manager

Company: Michael Page
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As General Manager in this established 3PL you’ll oversee the day-to-day operations of a transport and distribution business in Stoke-On-Trent. Your role will focus on ensuring smooth, efficient operations and delivering high standards of service.

Client Details

The organisation is expanding, whilst continually investing in its people, systems (TMS & WMS), and operations. This is genuinely an exciting time to join and contribute to the continued success.

Description

As the General Manager you will,

  • Lead and manage daily operations across both transport and warehousing with the support of your management team
  • Review the current structure to ensure the operation is optimised against service, cost, and engagement criteria
  • Support the adoption of new TMS and WMS systems, and ensure the user and customer experience is positive
  • Review and actively manage budgets against contract performance ensuring visable reports / dashboards are available to share with the leadership team
  • Ensure compliance with industry regulations and health and safety standards.
  • Support stakeholders to help the business growth through contract wins and retentionProfile

The successful General Manager should have:

  • Proven experience managing a busy transport and warehouse operation
  • Effective leadership and decision‑making skills, building engagement and performance
  • Strong financial acumen (P&L management)
  • Proven with systems (TMS & WMS) and data use
  • CPC (Essential)

Job Offer

  • Circa £80,000 base + Company car allowance + package

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Posted: September 23rd, 2026