ABOUT US

Bookends (Christchurch) Ltd is a fast-growing and ambitious business with a strong national presence. As one of the UK’s highest-ranked and largest-volume Amazon merchants, with a multi-award-winning independent high street store, we take pride in delivering excellent service at scale.
We value professionalism, initiative, and collaboration, and are committed to providing clear development opportunities for our team. We’re now looking for an experienced Logistics Manager to join our friendly and dynamic team.

KEY SKILLS & EXPERIENCE

• Proven experience in logistics, supply chain, or warehouse management
• Strong leadership, team development, and time-management skills
• High level of computer literacy (Excel, WMS, Google, shipping platforms etc.)
• Confident communicator with excellent written and verbal skills
• Excellent problem-solving ability with a hands-on, proactive approach
• Strong attention to detail and an ability to manage multiple priorities under pressure
• Sound working knowledge of shipping regulations and logistics best practices

ABOUT THE ROLE

• This is a key leadership role in our warehouse and logistics operations.
• You will take ownership of all aspects of daily logistics, overseeing warehouse processes, inbound and outbound shipments, leading a small team, and ensuring efficiency across stock handling, order fulfilment, and delivery coordination.
• You will also work closely with senior management to align logistics operations with broader business goals and ensure our growing fulfilment demands are met with professionalism and accuracy.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Manage the full logistics lifecycle, from incoming to outbound
• Lead and support a small warehouse team, ensuring targets and quality standards are consistently met
• Coordinate documentation and inventory controls
• Develop and refine warehouse systems and processes to drive efficiency and accuracy
• Collaborate with senior leadership on strategic planning, forecasting, and capacity management
• Maintain health and safety standards, and promote a clean, well-organised workspace
• Assist with staffing schedules and provide hands-on support where needed
• Support increased demand during seasonal peaks (October to December), with some flexibility for overtime and weekend work