Logistics Manager
Location: Loanhead, Edinburgh
Flexible Working Options – 4- or 5-day week
Join Our Management Team: Logistics Manager
We are seeking an experienced Logistics Manager to take ownership of our Inbound & Outbound logistics and inventory operations, driving efficient, compliant, and cost-effective processes across the UK and international markets.
This is a newly created, high-impact role offering real autonomy and influence. Reporting directly to the Finance Director, you will shape strategy, build robust processes, and lead a high-performing team, becoming the central point of leadership for logistics, inventory, and trade-related operations.
About Us
MacTaggart Scott primarily supports the Naval Defence industry, delivering complete, end-to-end solutions from initial requirements analysis and design, through manufacture, commissioning, and through-life support. Established in 1898, we are proud of our heritage and engineering tradition, while recognising that long-term success is driven by continuous improvement, ongoing investment, and a commitment to business excellence at every level of the organisation.
What is the job about?
The Logistics Manager is responsible for developing and executing the Company’s logistics and inventory strategy, ensuring operations support business growth, customer service, and financial objectives. The role combines strategic planning with operational leadership, overseeing inbound and outbound logistics, warehousing, inventory control, freight forwards performance, budgeting, and compliance.
Success in this role is measured through strong governance, effective KPI management, high service levels (OTIF), regulatory compliance, cost control, and the development of a capable and engaged logistics and inventory team.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and deliver logistics and inventory strategy aligned with business objectives
- Oversee day to day logistics (domestic and international), warehousing, and inventory operations
- Manage freight partners, contracts, SLAs, and performance
- Maintain accurate inventory control, audits, and stock optimisation
- Ensure production materials availability and OTIF delivery performance
- Manage logistics budgets and identify cost-saving opportunities
- Establish KPIs, reporting, and governance frameworks
- Ensure compliance with customs, trade, transport, and H&S regulations
- Lead, develop, and resource a high-performing logistics and inventory team
About You
You are a proactive logistics leader with strong operational and commercial experience. You are comfortable working independently, building structure and process, and influencing across functions in a regulated environment whilst leading a high performing team across the business.
Requirements
Knowledge, Skills and Experience
Essential
- Proven experience in logistics, supply chain, or transport management
- Strong knowledge of inventory management and warehousing operations
- Experience managing international freight and customs compliance
- Proven leadership and stakeholder management skills
- Strong commercial, analytical, and problem-solving capability
- Experience with ERP systems (IFS preferred) and MS Office
Desirable
- Degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, or related discipline
- CILT or equivalent professional qualification
- Qualified customs professional or strong customs compliance experience
- Experience in defence or highly regulated industries
Additional Information
Successful applicants will be required to satisfy Ministry of Defence security requirements.
The Company reserves the right to vary or amend the duties and responsibilities of this role in line with business needs, with reasonable notice, communication, and agreement.
Benefits
Your Future at MacTaggart Scott – What We Offer
- Flexible Working: Choose a 4- or 5-day week with flexible hours (07:00–19:00, core hours 09:30–15:30).
- Comprehensive Leave Policy including annual leave, paid parental leave, and military reservist leave.
- Generous company pension, rewards including a competitive company pension and a generous employee referral scheme.
- Career Development & Learning Support through our dedicated Learning and Development team.
- Wellbeing Programmes including an Employee Assistance Programme, online wellbeing resources, and onsite nurse.
- Health & Lifestyle Benefits such as life insurance, sick pay, free flu jabs, and a cycle-to-work scheme.
- Convenience & Facilities: free onsite parking, canteen, and employee discounts.