Job Opportunity: Returnable Assets Manager (12-Month FTC)
Why Join Müller?
At Müller, we're passionate about delivering quality and innovation in everything we do. This role offers a unique opportunity to make a tangible impact on our operations while working with a supportive and forward-thinking team.
- Location: Any Müller Site (UK-wide) / Field Based (with regular travel and overnight stays)
- Department: Logistics – Müller Milk & Ingredients Distribution
- Reports to: Senior Stocks, Process and Assets Manager
- Contract: Full Time / Join Us on a 12-Month Fixed-Term Basis — with the Potential to Grow into a Permanent Role
- Shift: Monday – Friday (40 hours)
Are you a data-driven logistics professional with a passion for process improvement and team leadership? Müller Milk & Ingredients Distribution is looking for a Returnable Assets Manager to join our dynamic logistics team on a 12-month fixed-term contract.
About the Role:
As Returnable Assets Manager, you will lead a team of asset repatriation agents and take full ownership of Müller's returnable assets strategy. Your mission: reduce asset losses, enhance operational efficiency, and drive cost-saving initiatives across our UK network.
Returnable Assets Manager Key Responsibilities:
- Analyse and report on asset stock levels, losses, and trends
- Lead depot asset reviews and implement improvement plans
- Deliver training on trolley and pallet control across all sites
- Manage procurement and logistics of annual asset purchases
- Ensure legal compliance of LGV operations and driver standards
- Build relationships with internal teams, suppliers, and competitors
- Present KPIs and progress updates to senior leadership
- Support legal action against misuse of Müller property
People Leadership:
- Directly manage and develop a team of asset repatriation agents
- Conduct regular performance reviews and set clear objectives
- Collaborate with site managers and shop floor teams to improve asset handling
Returnable Assets Manager Skills & Experience:
- Strong analytical and numerical skills
- Experience in logistics, asset management, or supply chain operations
- Confident decision-maker with a problem-solving mindset
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
- Willingness to travel and stay overnight as required
Returnable Assets Manager Benefits
We're proud to offer a comprehensive and competitive benefits package designed to support your wellbeing, reward your contributions, and help you thrive both professionally and personally.
- Up to 10% annual bonus
- 4 x Life Assurance policy
- Private Medical Insurance
- 25 days holiday plus bank holidays (rising with service)
- Enhanced Maternity & Paternity Family Leave
- Enhanced Bereavement Leave
- Pension Employer Contribution Scheme (matched up to 8%)
- Exclusive access to Müller Rewards, offering a variety of online and in-store discounts
- Business Supplied IT Equipment
- Concessionary products
- Career Progression and Development Opportunities
- Free parking
Ready to take the lead in asset management at Müller?
Apply now and be part of a company that values efficiency, integrity, and continuous improvement.
Please note weaim to conduct CV reviews week commencing 28th July, with a view to book in first-stage interviews week commencing 4th August.
Contact Details:
F.A.O. UK Recruitment, Müller UK & Ireland, Shrewsbury Road, Market Drayton, Shropshire, TF9 3SQ