Job Title: Assistant Branch Manager - Logistics, Transport and Warehousing Location: Stanford-le-Hope / London Gateway, Essex Position: Permanent Start Date: ASAP Salary: Up to £65,000 per annum, + Car + Bonus Vacancy Ref: S/58749/SVAbout the Role Our client, a growing logistics operation based at London Gateway, is seeking a hands-on Assistant Branch Manager to support the day-to-day leadership of a busy multi-function site.This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious logistics professional with a broad operational background across transport, warehousing, freight, import/export and logistics, who is ready to step into a wider senior leadership role. What you''ll do: Working closely with the Branch Manager, you will help manage day-to-day operational performance,support managers and teams, resolve operational issues and contribute to the continued growth and development of the site.The operation includes international road freight, import and export activity, transport, warehousing, logistics and fashion distribution. The role requires someone highly visible, commercially aware and confident working in a fast-paced environment. Main Responsibilities Support the Branch Manager with the day-to-day running of the logistics, transport and warehousing operation.Provide hands-on leadership across the site, supporting managers, supervisors and operational teams.Help manage operational issues, service levels, labour planning and resource allocation.Drive performance acro