Average Logistics Manager salary in Cambridge

Logistics Coordinator (Temporary)Location: CambridgeContract: 6-month temporary assignmentHours: Full-time, on-sitePay: £16-£18 per hour + holiday pay Robert Half is recruiting on behalf of a well-established organisation based in Cambridge for a Logistics Coordinator to join their team on a 6-month temporary contract. This is a full-time, on-site role offering a varied and hands-on workload within a fast-paced operational environment. Key Responsibilities Coordinating operational processes and maintaining accurate business documentation Managing product deliveries, logistics administration, and export-related documentation Supporting quality standards through process improvement and the introduction of new procedures Liaising with the finance team to manage and track purchase orders Assisting with health and safety administration, including maintaining chemical safety records Providing general office and administrative support across the business Overseeing day-to-day administrative activities and supporting junior administrative staff Offering operational and administrative support to senior stakeholders as required Essential Skills & Experience Proven experience coordinating domestic and international shipments, including preparation of shipping documentation Excellent written and verbal communication skills Strong organisational ability with high attention to detail Confident user of Microsoft Office, particularly Excel and PowerPoint Desirable Skills Experience working with electronic document management or filing systems Knowledge of health and safety regulations within an office or operational environment Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: gb/en/privacy-notice.

Logistics Administrator £25,000 - £30,000 plus benefits Reports to: Head of Facilities (TI) Directorate: Research & Innovation Contract: Permanent Hours: Full time 35 hours per week Location: On-site 5 days per week at our Babraham Research Campus Labs in Cambridge Closing date: Friday 20th February 23:55pm (This vacancy may close earlier if a high volume of applications is received or once a suitable candidate is found, therefore we strongly recommend that you apply early to avoid disappointment). Recruitment process: competency-based interview face-to-face at our Babraham Research Campus Labs in Cambridge Interview date: Interviews will be held on the 3rd and 4th of March Please note: You must be eligible to work in the UK to apply for this vacancy. Cancer Research UK is not able to offer visa sponsorship. At Cancer Research UK, we exist to beat cancer. Cancer Research Horizons (CRH) are looking for a proactive and highly organised Logistics Administrator to support our Facilities and Operations Team, ensuring smooth and efficient logistics across all locations on the Babraham campus. In this role, you will be central to keeping our operations running seamlessly by managing daily courier activity, maintaining key relationships, and providing hands-on support to colleagues across the organisation. Every role at CRH is united by a single mission: beating cancer sooner. We carry out work that matters-impacting patients, families, and the future of science. Cancer Research Horizons (CRH) is the innovation and commercialisation arm of Cancer Research UK, dedicated to turning leading-edge science into life-changing treatments. As a wholly owned subsidiary, every breakthrough we deliver fuels a virtuous cycle - channelling all profits directly back into CRUK's pioneering research. As the primary point of contact for all inbound and outbound couriers, you will coordinate shipments, resolve queries, and ensure timely and accurate movement of materials. You will also build strong relationships with third-party logistics providers and stay informed about the market to help us secure the best value and service. Maintaining accurate process documentation and supporting the review of logistics contracts with Operations colleagues will also be a key part of your responsibilities. This is a fully on-site role, with the post holder working across all CRH locations on the Babraham campus, including the Jonas Webb and Bennet Buildings. If you thrive in a coordination-focused environment, enjoy working with a variety of stakeholders, and want to play a vital role in supporting key scientific work and directly contribute to bringing forward the day we cure cancer, we'd love to hear from you. What will I be doing? Monitor CRH Facilities Helpdesk tickets and review, triage and resolve where possible those relating to logistics, escalating to the Head of Facilities as required.Act as the main point of contact for all inbound and outbound couriers, supporting staff with payment and paperwork, and troubleshooting issues with shipments as required.Arrange courier shipments between CRH sites and to external partners/suppliers as requested.Work with Operations Team Leadership to ensure all logistics processes are clearly documented and that relevant guidance documents are available for staff.Ensure all documentation is regularly reviewed and kept up to date.Build effective relationships with third party logistics providers and regularly review the market to ensure best value.Work with colleagues in the TI Commercial team to implement and maintain contracts with Couriers where appropriate.Support Facilities Team members with daily tasks including managing deliveries and restocking consumables where required.Keep up to date with relevant industry and regulatory shipping guidance and undertake necessary training as required.Provide cover and Ad hoc support for other members and areas of the facilities team as required. What are we looking for? Educated to A level or equivalent in a relevant discipline, or able to demonstrate substantial hands-on experience within a logistics environment.Working knowledge of Microsoft Office, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint and Teams.Knowledge and understanding of global import/export regulations and documentation requirements for shipments is highly desirable.Excellent organisation and time management skillsA flexible approach to providing support, including working across different locations/sites as required.A collaborative mentality with the ability to work independently where needed.Experience of providing high level support to multiple members of staff ideally in a multi-disciplinary scientific environment.Ability to manage multiple responsibilities and tasks effectively and efficiently under tight deadlines. Our organisation values are designed to guide all that we do. Bold: Act with ambition, courage and determination Credible: Act with rigour and professionalism Human: Act to have a positive impact on people Together: Act inclusively and collaboratively We're looking for people who can believe in and embody these organisation values and can use them to drive forward progress against our mission to beat cancer. If you're interested in applying and excited about working with us but are unsure if you have the right skills and experience we'd still love to hear from you. What will I gain? We create a working environment that supports your wellbeing and provide a generous benefits package, a wide range of career and personal development opportunities and high-quality tools. Our policies and processes enable you to improve your work-life balance and take positive steps in your career. You can explore our benefits by visiting our careers web page. How do I apply? We operate an anonymised shortlisting process in our commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion. CVs are required for all applications; but we won't be able to view them until we invite you for an interview. Instead, we ask you to complete the work history section of the online application form for us to be able to assess you fairly and objectively. For more information on this career opportunity please visit our website or contact us. For more updates on our work

This is an exciting opportunity to join this successful, market-leading organisation and take ownership of a critical function, overseeing day-to-day activity while shaping and delivering the long-term vision. Available on a long-term interim basis for 1-2 years, this hybrid role is critical to this organisation's continued success and growth. As Head of Logistics, you'll be at the heart of ensuring materials, equipment, and services are available when and where they're needed. You'll define and implement the logistics strategy, manage risks, and deliver reliable services to partners and stakeholders. With full accountability for budgets, inventory integrity, and resource management, you'll play a pivotal role in enabling core business operations and driving customer satisfaction. You'll establish clear performance reporting and embed KPIs to monitor service levels, costs, and efficiency. At the same time, you'll champion continuous improvement, streamline supply chain processes, and identify cost efficiencies without compromising service quality. This role is about more than operations - it's about people. You'll build empowered teams, instil accountability, and foster a culture of collaboration, knowledge sharing, and innovation. By championing health and safety and nurturing talent, you'll create an environment where individuals thrive and high performance is the norm. We are looking for an accomplished logistics leader with a proven track record of running complex, multi-site operations and driving both safety and commercial success. You will bring senior-level experience in logistics, supply chain or operations, backed by formal management qualifications and professional accreditations. With strong commercial acumen and deep expertise in materials, inventory, warehousing and transport management, you'll be confident in shaping performance and delivering transformation. Excellent communication and stakeholder skills are essential, along with proficiency in Microsoft business tools and logistics systems. Above all, you'll be a strong, people-focused leader who can coach, mentor and inspire teams, create safe environments that nurture talent, and deliver exceptional service to customers. Hays EA is a trading division of Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited and acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk