Job Title:
Logistics Supervisor
Recruiter: FRS Recruitment
Recruiter: FRS Recruitment
Company Overview
FRS Recruitment is hiring on behalf of a leading Irish agribusiness based in Dublin 22, Co. Dublin. Operating successfully for over 40 years, the company specialises in the bulk trading of whole grain cereals and non-grain feed ingredients (NGFIs). Supplying key players across the food, animal feed compounding, and brewing and distilling sectors, the business holds full accreditation with ISO 9001, EFISC-GTP, GAFTA, IGFA, CDP, and Sedex.
Role Overview
Reporting directly to the Senior Management Team (SMT), the Logistics Supervisor will play a pivotal role in managing and developing the company's logistics function. While primarily focused on transport and haulage operations, this role also involves close collaboration with and back-up support for the stock control function to ensure seamless end-to-end supply chain delivery.
Key Responsibilities
Transport & Haulage Management
- Coordinate daily and weekly haulage bookings by liaising with intake operators to schedule deliveries and maximise stock location efficiency.
- Negotiate competitive haulage rates on an ongoing basis while building strong relationships with third-party hauliers, suppliers, and customers.
- Process bi-monthly haulage invoices and liaise directly with transport suppliers to resolve any billing queries or discrepancies.
- Manage customer haulage recharges for ad-hoc transport arranged outside of existing contracts.
- Provide regular, proactive updates to internal teams and external stakeholders regarding delivery schedules, delays, or operational changes.
Stock, Systems & Compliance
- Stock Control Support: Assist in gathering and updating real-time stock data (drawings, balances, and movements) on internal systems, while resolving daily internal and external stock queries.
- System & Process Improvement: Collaborate with the SMT, wider operational teams, and software developers to enhance logistics management systems and drive best-practice efficiencies.
- Compliance & Risk: Monitor daily logistics activities to ensure full adherence to industry standards and proactively identify potential compliance risks.
- Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with the trading, shipping/execution, quality, and finance teams to guarantee uninterrupted product availability for customers.
Ideal Candidate Profile
- Experience: Previous experience in a logistics, transport, or supply chain role within an SME or larger organisation is a strong advantage.
- Education: A relevant third-level qualification in logistics, supply chain, or business is desirable, though practical experience is equally valued.
- Technical Skills: Strong numerical aptitude and high proficiency in MS Office (particularly Excel) and logistics/ERP systems.
- Communication: Excellent interpersonal and negotiation skills, with the confidence to build rapport and resolve issues with hauliers, customers, and internal teams.
- Work Ethic & Mindset: A proactive problem-solver with high attention to detail, capable of multitasking under tight deadlines while taking ownership of projects from start to finish.
- Adaptability: A flexible, team-oriented approach paired with the initiative to work autonomously and drive continuous improvement.
Remuneration & Benefits Package
- Salary: Competitive basic salary, commensurate with experience (DOE).
- Bonus: Performance-related annual bonus (linked to company profit targets and individual performance)*.
- Annual Leave: 23 days of annual leave.
- Healthcare: Company-funded basic health insurance plan covering the employee and eligible dependents*.
- Pension: Optional company pension scheme with employer-matched contributions up to 10% of annual salary* (subject to Auto-Enrolment regulations).
- On-Site Perks: Access to a fully subsidised on-site canteen.
- Professional Development: Full financial support for relevant training courses and professional examinations.
*Note: Eligibility for the bonus, healthcare, and matched pension benefits applies upon successful completion of a six-month probationary period (subject to statutory pension Auto-Enrolment rules).
N.B. candidates must be living and based in Ireland – no option for visa sponsorship with this role.
