Job Description

Job Title:

Logistics Manager

Location:

Unit 4-7, West Point Business Park, Westmead, Aylesford, ME20 6XJ

Reports to:

Head of Supply Chain

Job Category:

Distribution

Minimum Experience:

2+ years in logistics

Salary:

35-40k depending on experience

About the Company: 501 Entertainment Limited

Founded in 2018, 501 Entertainment is the global leader in social entertainment systems, dedicated to bringing innovative and engaging solutions to the market. As a pioneering tech company, we specialise in transforming traditional activities, such as darts, golf, and more, into digitally enhanced, competitive socialising experiences.

As we continue to grow across the UK, Europe, and the US, we are expanding our Operations team to ensure high-quality, efficient delivery of our products worldwide.

About the Role:

As the Logistics Manager, you will take ownership of day-to-day international and domestic logistics, support warehouse operations, and help maintain the smooth flow of goods across our supply chain. This is a hands-on, multi-functional role that is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, enjoys problem-solving, and is confident liaising with suppliers, carriers, and internal stakeholders.

You will work closely with the Head of Supply Chain and be a key contact across the business. The role also requires stepping up as the responsible lead during busy periods or holiday cover.

Core Responsibilities:

Manage all international and domestic shipments, including arranging freight, obtaining quotes, and completing import/export documentation. Track all shipments proactively, resolve delays, and communicate accurate ETAs to internal teams and stakeholders. Liaise daily with suppliers, freight forwarders, hauliers, carriers, and customs partners to ensure smooth logistics operations. Work closely with our warehouse team to coordinate goods-in/out, stock movements, and workflow planning. Assist with stock queries, discrepancies, inbound scheduling and day-to-day operational issues. Maintain accurate shipping, cost and logistics records within internal systems. Support purchasing with order tracking, supplier communication and supply chain administration. Monitor freight and warehouse performance, identifying cost improvements and efficiency opportunities. Provide general operational support across departments where needed. Step up as the designated operations lead during periods of absence or high demand.

Core Skills:

The 'how' we fulfil our role is very important and therefore the following skills required for this role have been identified as:

Organisational Excellence:

Able to manage multiple shipments, deadlines and priorities.

Detail-Oriented:

Accurate with documentation, tracking, and record keeping.

Communication:

Confident liaising with internal stakeholders, suppliers, carriers and warehouse teams.

Problem-Solving:

Calm under pressure with a proactive, solutions-focused approach.

Stakeholder Engagement:

Able to communicate clearly with all levels of the business when operational updates or escalations are required.

Commercial Awareness:

Understands freight costs, efficiency and value.

Tech-Enabled:

Comfortable with Microsoft Office and operational or logistics systems.

Flexible & Hands-On:

Happy to support warehouse operations when required.

What We Offer:

Competitive salary, commensurate with experience 25 days annual leave + bank holidays Birthday off work Buying Annual leave scheme Company pension scheme Life insurance Bonus scheme Cycle to work scheme Flu vaccinations Eyecare vouchers Salary sacrifice platform (pension, EV scheme) Employee discount Free parking Health & wellbeing programme Collaborative, supportive work environment Opportunities for progression and increased responsibility as the business scales Company-wide social events

Why Join Us?

501 Entertainment is shaping the future of social entertainment. We deliver immersive, tech-driven experiences to some of the UK's most exciting hospitality and leisure venues. As we continue expanding globally, we are looking for dedicated people who want to make an impact and contribute to a fast-moving, innovative business. If you believe you have the skills and mindset to thrive in this role, we'd love to hear from you.

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Job Type: Full-time

Pay: 35,000.00-40,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Additional leave Company events Company pension Cycle to work scheme Employee discount Free flu jabs Free parking Health & wellbeing programme Life insurance On-site parking Private medical insurance
Application question(s):

Do you live within one hours commute of Aylesford, Kent?
Work Location: In person