Logistics Administrator (12‑Week Temporary Contract)

Are you organised, detail‑focused and great at keeping things moving? We’re looking for an Outbound Logistics Administrator to join our Stowmarket team on a 12‑week temporary contract. This role is key to ensuring our customers receive their orders accurately, efficiently and on time.

You’ll work closely with our warehouse operations, transport providers and internal teams to support a smooth and reliable outbound despatch process. If you enjoy coordinating activity, solving problems and keeping everything running like clockwork, this could be the perfect opportunity.

What You’ll Be Doing

Coordinating Outbound Deliveries

• Plan and schedule daily outbound shipments.
• Prepare and check shipping documentation (despatch notes, delivery notes, labels, export paperwork).
• Liaise with transport providers and confirm collection and delivery times.
• Ensure orders are picked, packed and dispatched accurately and on time.

Systems & Administration

• Update WMS/ERP systems with outbound order information.
• Monitor shipment status and maintain accurate records.

Communication & Coordination

• Act as the point of contact for outbound queries from Customer Services, transport partners and internal teams.
• Work closely with the Warehouse Supervisor to prioritise workloads.
• Escalate any delays, issues or non‑conformances promptly.

Compliance & Accuracy

• Ensure all outbound activity meets company procedures, H&S requirements and transport regulations.
• Verify export or specialist documentation where required.
• Support audits and investigations into outbound issues.

Continuous Improvement

• Identify causes of delays or errors and suggest improvements.
• Support continuous improvement projects across the logistics function.
• Assist with KPI tracking, including OTIF, despatch accuracy and carrier performance.

What We’re Looking For

Skills & Competencies

• Strong administration and organisational skills
• Excellent attention to detail
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
• Confident communicator (written and verbal)
• Comfortable using WMS/ERP systems and Microsoft Office
• Proactive, problem‑solving mindset

Experience

Essential

• Experience in logistics, warehouse or transport administration
• Knowledge of outbound deliveries or despatch operations
• Understanding of basic transport/shipping processes

Desirable

• Experience with WMS or ERP systems (SAP/EWM preferred)
• Familiarity with warehouse or logistics operations

Personal Attributes

• Reliable, flexible and well‑organised
• Strong team player with a customer‑focused approach
• Able to work independently in a fast‑paced environment

A Little Bit About Us….

Muntons is a leading global supplier to the food and drinks industry, with over 100 years of experience in producing high-quality malt and malted ingredients for some of the most famous and well-loved brands worldwide. Our customers range from multinational food and beverage producers to small independent craft brewers and distillers, meaning you’ve likely enjoyed our products without even realising it! Our headquarters are in Suffolk, with additional production sites in East Yorkshire and Thailand, as well as sales offices in Asia, Europe, and America. We are deeply passionate about malt, malted ingredients, and sustainability, leading our field and making significant strides towards our net zero carbon target by 2050. As we look forward to the next century, we remain committed to being a strong, sustainable global supplier of malt and malted ingredients.

What You Will Be Doing:

Key Responsibilities

As an Engineering Shift Team Leader, working a Panama shift pattern, you will manage and lead your engineering team, ensuring that day-to-day operations run smoothly and efficiently. You will be responsible for planning and resourcing both proactive and reactive maintenance through our CMMS (AGILITY), driving continuous improvement across your team, and managing contractors. Your role will involve overseeing workloads, supporting your team to meet targets, and escalating issues when necessary. Additionally, you’ll focus on team development, fostering a culture of safety, and implementing programmes to improve plant reliability and availability. You will also manage inventory, oversee process improvement projects, and plan equipment overhauls. Flexibility is key, as you may be required to cover other Team Leaders or deputise for the Maintenance Manager when needed.

What We Are Looking For:

• Site Prioritisation: Ability to understand site priorities to minimise downtime and maximise quality.
• Leadership: Strong leadership and communication skills to coordinate work arrangements and priorities with team members and other leaders.
• Adaptability: Capability to step up in the absence of the Maintenance Manager.
• Team Management: Proficiency in managing team performance and development.
• Health & Safety: Responsibility for the working environment and health & safety arrangements.
• Performance Management: Competence in managing shift performance.

Key Behaviours and Competencies:

• Leadership: Provides effective guidance and support, coaching, mentoring, and developing engineers and apprentices.
• Personal Awareness: Exhibits behaviours that represent the business positively both internally and externally.
• Communication: Clearly communicates with team members, line managers, and stakeholders through daily and weekly operation reviews.
• Technical Knowledge: Has a strong understanding of industry processes, equipment, and regulations.
• Problem-solving: Identifies and resolves operational issues to maintain productivity.
• Quality Focus: Ensures adherence to quality control and food safety standards.
• Team Development: Supports the training and growth of team members.
• Time and Resource Management: Manages time, resources, and production schedules effectively.
• Safety Leadership: Prioritises and enforces a safe working environment.
• Adaptability: Adjusts to changing circumstances and priorities.
• Continuous Improvement: Encourages ongoing improvement in processes and productivity.
• Drive for Results: Demonstrates determination and resilience in achieving targets and delivering commitments.
• Champion: Expertise in one of the following key skills: Legionella, HACCP, DSEAR, IOSH/NEBOSH.

What We Offer:

• Competitive rate of pay, reviewed annually £57,000
• Company pension contribution at 5%
• Health Cash Plan with Reward Scheme
• Life Assurance
• Company profit-based bonus
• Flexible working arrangements
• myStaffShop membership

Why Muntons?

Joining Muntons means becoming part of a century-old legacy in the malt industry, where innovation and sustainability are at the core of everything we do. We offer a supportive environment where your skills and expertise will be valued and developed. If you are driven by challenges and eager to contribute to a team that values quality and continuous improvement, Muntons is the place for you.

A little bit about us…

Muntons is a significant global supplier to the food and drinks industry with a combined output of around 240,000 tonnes of malted products per year. We supply global multinational drinks companies, major regional food and drink companies, all the way through to start-ups and small independent craft brewers around the world. Malt is the primary raw material for beer and malt whisky. Malted ingredients are used in a variety of applications within food, drinks and baking industries. This role is an opportunity to join the business at an exciting time. In recent years, the business has invested heavily in both the grain intake and maltings facility (excess of £13million) and we believe our grain intake to be one of the best in the industry.  We are looking for a keen candidate to help steer the team, whilst upholding our quality standards. 

We offer….

• Full training for the role
• Competitive salary reviewed annually
• Company profit based bonus
• Company pension contribution at 5%
• Health Cash Plan with Reward Scheme and Employee Assistance Programme
• Life assurance
• Flexible working arrangements
• Free onsite car parking

The Candidate will …

• Be a competent forklift truck driver
• Be a competent shunter driver - preferred (training can be provided)
• Be self-confident and able to work with minimum supervision
• Be able to work as part of a team
• Able to follow verbal and written instructions
• Capable of meeting the physical demands of the role
• Be open, honest and professional
• Ensure that you follow all Company policies and rules
• Be flexible and adaptable
• Be self-motivated and enthusiastic

The Role…

In this role you will be part of the Logistics team responsible for the storage, assembly and despatch of palletised Muntons Ingredients.

• To assemble customer orders and accurate completion of despatch paperwork.
• Check incoming finished goods from the production area.
• Loading vehicles ensuring that Hazard and Critical Control Point controls are strictly adhered to.
• To work flexibly and respond to the changing demands of the work.
• Housekeeping and cleanliness of storage areas to be maintained to a very high standard with the emphasis on an effective use of the storage space available
• Ability to support and drive continuous change.

Are you ready to take on a pivotal role in shaping the training and development strategies for a dynamic team? Muntons Malt Ingredients is seeking a dedicated Training and Support Manager to lead our training function, ensuring our workforce has the skills and knowledge necessary to drive success within the Muntons Malt Ingredients team.

Key Responsibilities:

• Identify training needs through evaluations and feedback to develop targeted training programmes.
• Design and coordinate training strategies utilising various instructional techniques, including e-learning and workshops.
• Facilitate engaging training sessions and oversee the roll-out of standard operating procedures (SOPs).
• Support team members during onboarding and ensure adequate resources are provided for their roles.
• Track and report on training metrics, demonstrating the effectiveness and ROI of training initiatives.
• Provide documentation and information including training and traceability as required by QSHE and / or external auditors. Ensure there are several suitably trained deputies to also perform these tasks.
• Responsible for purchasing non-SAP items required for the effective operation of the Malt -Ingredients business unit.
• To provide cover or support for the Stock Controller role as /when required.

Ideal Candidate:

• Minimum of 2 years’ experience in training administration or 3 years in a related field.
• Proficient in SAP and Microsoft Office (Excel, Word).
• Strong leadership and coaching skills, with a proactive approach to team development.
• Exceptional communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively across departments.
• Analytical thinker with excellent problem-solving abilities.

Behaviours 

• Leadership: Demonstrates effective leadership by providing guidance and support to the team.
• Personal awareness: Presents good behaviours internally and externally, representing the business positively.
• Communication: Communicates clearly with team members, line managers, and stakeholders.
• Technical Knowledge: Possesses a solid understanding of industry processes, equipment, and regulations.
• Problem-solving: Identifies and resolves operational issues to maintain productivity.
• Quality Focus: Ensures adherence to quality control and food safety standards.
• Team Development: Supports the training and development of team members.
• Time and Resource Management: Efficiently manages time, resources, and production schedules.
• Safety Leadership: Prioritises and enforces a safe working environment.
• Adaptability: Adapts to changing circumstances and priorities.
• Continuous Improvement: Encourages a culture of ongoing improvement in processes and productivity.
• Drive for Results:  Determined and resilient in ensuring targets are achieved and commitments are delivered.
• Health & Safety: Provides expert guidance for their area of expertise on health and safety regulations, conducting risk assessments, and ensuring best practices are followed to minimize hazards in the workplace.

Benefits on Offer:

• Competitive salary and opportunities for career growth.
• Supportive and inclusive work environment.
• Training and development opportunities to enhance your skills.

At Muntons, we value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds and experiences.

If you are ready to make a difference and help build a culture of continuous improvement, we would love to hear from you! 

About us:

Never heard of Muntons?  Let us introduce ourselves. For 100 years, we’ve been producing high-quality malt and malted ingredients for some of the most famous, and well-loved brands around the globe.  It’s safe to say that with customers ranging from multinational food and beverage producers to craft brewers and distillers, you’re likely to have tasted our products already, without even knowing it!

You’ll find our headquarters and main manufacturing site on a 45-acre on the outskirts of the historic and bustling market town of Stowmarket in rural Suffolk with our other production sites in Yorkshire and Thailand.  We also have sales offices in Asia and Europe.  We're passionate about malt and malted ingredients, and pride ourselves on delivering enjoyment to people’s lives by creating more of what they love. In 2026, we continue to be leaders of sustainability in our field and look to the future and celebrate our past.

About the role:

We are seeking an engaging Shift Production Manager for our Malted Ingredients manufacturing team.  You will:

• Lead the team of 9 operators across 4 manufacturing areas to ensure manufacturing processes are safely under control, all products are within specification and delivered on time in full.
• Tap into the abundance of knowledge around you and convert this into improvement plans that bring positive change and increased profitability.
• Work collaboratively within your Shift Production Management team to ensure smooth shift transitions and deliver improving hygiene and GMP standards.
• Ensure the training and development of your team and support their engagement and to create a flexible team that can react to business needs as they happen.
• Demonstrate leadership with hands on support when needed but actively solve the issues that pull you away from strategic leadership.

Working hours to average 42 per week on a Panama 12 hour shift pattern which includes bank holidays and weekends. 

About You:

The ideal candidate will 

• Have a minimum 5 years management experience in food/beverage production, FMCG or pharmaceutical.  Experience in a brewing environment would be advantageous but not essential.
• Be highly driven with a proven track record of improvements in operational effectiveness.
• Have direct experience of H&S, Performance management, HACCP, COSHH, Hygiene/GMP.
• Have experience of continuous improvement and delivering BIP projects.
• Understand “recipe/process” is king mentality and be determined to deliver right first time every time.
• Be analytical and able to gather and interpret data as part of RCA.
• Have a proven ability to work under own initiative at pace with accuracy.
• Be excited by a great opportunity to lead a small team for an excellent rate of pay and conditions.

What You Will Be Doing:

As Intake Team Leader you will leading and support the team at Stowmarket Grain Intake. You will be responsible for guiding the team that co-ordinates the intake and safe storage of raw material for our production operations at the Stowmarket HQ site. Providing a clear and effective line of communication to managers and supervisors both verbally and written. You will enthusiastically do what you can to help site progress, making and helping deliver improvements to how intake and the wider site operates to drive the business forward. Being a key link in the chain ensuring site can effectively meet the needs of our varied customer base, you will lead the intake team with matters regarding: quality, plant capability and the team themselves

What We’re Looking For

• Strong technical and practical knowledge of raw materials and intake planning processes.
• Ability to influence, motivate, and inspire the team to maintain and improve standards.
• Excellent time management and organisational skills.
• A natural collaborator with proven leadership abilities.
• Clear and confident communicator.
• Experience in health and safety compliance.
• Competent user of computer systems and related tools.

Key Responsibilities

• Interpret and deliver the intake plan to the highest standards.
• Monitor and control production processes to ensure efficiency.
• Prioritise tasks to minimise downtime and maximise quality.
• Manage shift performance and ensure targets are met.
• Support the team in achieving KPIs related to throughput, downtime, and hygiene.
• Lead and develop team members, managing performance and personal growth.
• Maintain a safe working environment and ensure compliance with health & safety and business standards.

Key Behaviours & Competencies

• Leadership: Provides clear direction, guidance, and support to the team.
• Personal Awareness: Acts as a positive ambassador for the business internally and externally.
• Communication: Communicates effectively with team members, managers, and stakeholders through daily and weekly reviews.
• Technical Knowledge: Demonstrates strong understanding of industry processes, equipment, and regulations.
• Problem-Solving: Quickly identifies and resolves operational issues to maintain productivity.
• Quality Focus: Ensures strict adherence to quality control and food safety standards.
• Team Development: Encourages training and growth opportunities for team members.
• Time & Resource Management: Organises time, resources, and production schedules efficiently.
• Safety Leadership: Prioritises and enforces a safe working environment.
• Adaptability: Adjusts to changing circumstances and priorities.
• Continuous Improvement: Encourages ongoing improvement in processes and productivity.
• Drive for Results: Demonstrates determination and resilience in achieving targets and delivering commitments.

Looking for your next challenge at Muntons?

We offer a supportive environment where your skills and expertise will be valued and developed. If you are driven by challenges and eager to contribute to a team that values quality and continuous improvement, the Intake Team is looking for you!