Care Logistics Manager
About this role
Job Overview
Role: Care Logistics Manager
Location: Hull & Scunthorpe Care Centre, Hull (Must be within a commutable distance from Hull)
Pay Rate / Salary: £28,800 - £44,300 per annum plus benefits
Contract Type: Permanent, full-time (37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday, supporting a team working 24/7 on a rota basis)
Closing Date: 29-10-2026
What You’ll Do
You will take overall responsibility for the coordination of funerals and the line management of operational teams, ensuring resources are always in the right place at the right time. Duties include:
Logistics & Operational Coordination: Make sure everything and everyone is in place to deliver funerals to the highest standard—including the respectful transfer of the deceased, coffin preparation, and vehicle management.
Team Leadership & Development: Coach, engage, and develop a team of funeral service operatives, drivers, and embalmers, acting as a point of escalation for logistical problems.
Continuous Improvement: Continually review and improve the logistics operations across your area.
Compassionate Care: Maintain professionalism and adherence to health and safety standards. (Note: Positions within Funeralcare can involve direct physical contact with the deceased).
What You’ll Bring
We are committed to making our roles as accessible as possible. No prior funeral industry experience is required—if you have a strong logistics background and leadership skills, you could be perfect! You will need:
A strong logistics background with experience coordinating various streams of activity in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.
Inspirational leadership skills and a passion for delivering the best possible client service with high attention to detail.
Confidence using both IT systems and manual methods of managing logistics, along with the ability to think on your feet with compassion and empathy.
The capability to carry out lifting and manual handling, alongside a valid driver’s licence and flexibility to travel.
Fantastic Benefits Package
When you secure this role, you aren't just taking a job—you are joining a purpose-driven organisation that puts people first. Perks include:
Competitive Salary: £28,800 - £44,300 per annum.
Generous Holiday: 23 days of holiday per year (pro-rata, rising with service).
Colleague Discounts: 30% off Co-op branded products and 10% off other brands in-store all year round.
Pension Scheme: Employer contributions of up to 10%.
Financial Wellbeing: Access to Stream (a money management app giving you access to a percentage of your pay as you earn it).
Health & Support: 24/7 access to an Employee Assistance Programme, virtual GP appointments, and free eye tests.
Career Growth: Endless development opportunities, including apprenticeships and clear career paths.