Logistics Recruitment in the East Midlands
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Logistics recruitment in the East Midlands covers the heart of the logistics “golden triangle”, with rail freight terminals in Northamptonshire and Leicestershire, East Midlands Airport cargo and huge distribution centres along the M1. We recruit warehouse operatives, forklift and HGV drivers, transport managers and supply chain staff, with licences and references checked first.
Logistics Jobs in the East Midlands: How We Help
Why the East Midlands Sits at the Heart of UK Logistics
Most of the UK population can be reached within a few hours’ drive of the East Midlands, which is why so many retailers and logistics firms run national distribution centres here. Rail freight terminals at Daventry and near East Midlands Airport link the region to the ports.
Competition for warehouse staff and drivers can be strong, so logistics recruitment in the East Midlands works best when pay, shifts and travel are clear from the start.
National distribution centres
Retailers and logistics providers run large sites along the M1 and A14.
- Pickers and packers
- Reach and VNA drivers
- Shift managers
- Warehouse managers
- Inventory controllers
Rail and air freight
Rail terminals and the airport cargo hub need drivers and planners.
- Class 1 drivers
- Shunters
- Transport planners
- Freight forwarders
- Ramp and cargo staff
Retail and e-commerce
Online retailers need fast-moving warehouse and supply chain teams.
- Warehouse operatives
- Returns staff
- Supply chain analysts
- Logistics coordinators
- Buyers
East Midlands Logistics Employers and Sites
These employers, ports and distribution sites show the kind of work that shapes logistics recruitment in the East Midlands. They are not our clients unless we say so.
DIRFT, Daventry
A large rail-connected distribution park in Northamptonshire.
East Midlands Gateway
A rail freight terminal and logistics park beside East Midlands Airport.
East Midlands Airport
One of the UK’s busiest airports for express air cargo.
Magna Park, Lutterworth
A very large distribution park in Leicestershire.
Boots, Nottingham
A health and beauty retailer with its head office and supply chain teams in Nottingham.
Port of Boston, Lincolnshire
A small port handling steel, timber and agricultural cargo.
Logistics Recruitment in the East Midlands: Choose Your County
Each county has its own industries, towns and training routes. Pick yours to see local logistics jobs and how we recruit there.
Northamptonshire
National distribution centres around Northampton, Daventry and Corby.
Leicestershire
Distribution parks around Leicester, Lutterworth and the M1.
Nottinghamshire
Retail, food and head office logistics around Nottingham and Mansfield.
Derbyshire
Distribution and manufacturing logistics around Derby and Chesterfield.
Lincolnshire
Food supply chain, haulage and port work around Lincoln, Boston and Spalding.
Logistics Jobs in the East Midlands by Role
Open a role to see what we recruit for across the East Midlands.
Warehouse operatives
Pickers, packers, goods-in and despatch staff for distribution centres and stores across the East Midlands. Warehouse operative jobs.
Forklift drivers
Counterbalance, reach, VNA and yard drivers for warehouses, factories and ports. Forklift jobs.
HGV drivers
Class 1 and Class 2 drivers for trunking, multi-drop, tipper, tanker and chilled work. HGV driver jobs.
Transport management
Transport managers, planners and traffic office staff for goods vehicle operators. Transport manager jobs.
Warehouse management
Warehouse managers, shift managers and supervisors for sites of every size. Warehouse manager jobs.
Supply chain and procurement
Planners, analysts, buyers and supply chain managers. Supply chain jobs.
More Logistics Jobs in the East Midlands
Our lead sectors are a starting point. Our logistics recruitment in the East Midlands covers warehouse, driving, transport and management roles.
Procurement
Buyers, category managers and procurement leads. Procurement recruitment.
Logistics Managers
Logistics managers and coordinators. Logistics manager recruitment.
Warehouse Staff
Pickers, packers and goods-in staff. Warehouse recruitment.
HGV Drivers
Class 1 and Class 2 drivers. HGV driver recruitment.
Supply Chain
Planners, analysts and supply chain managers. Supply chain recruitment.
Where East Midlands Logistics Staff Train
Colleges across the East Midlands run warehousing and logistics apprenticeships, and the region has many HGV training schools and forklift training centres. Skills Bootcamps help people aged 19 or over with a car licence qualify as HGV drivers.
- Logistics and warehousing apprenticeships
- HGV Skills Bootcamps
- Forklift training centres
- Driver CPC training providers
Live Logistics Jobs in the East Midlands
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How Our Logistics Recruitment in the East Midlands Works
Free consultation
We talk through your site and shifts anywhere in the East Midlands, free of charge, before we advertise.
Skills checks
We confirm licences, cards, certificates and right to work before you see a CV.
Recent references
We speak to recent supervisors and transport managers about reliability, safety and quality of work.
Shortlist and aftercare
Two or three vetted candidates, with check-ins at 30, 60 and 90 days.
Why Choose Bernoullis for Logistics Recruitment in the East Midlands
Consultants who know logistics
We talk to you about your sites, shifts and the skills your operation relies on, not just job titles, so the people we send fit the role.
Skills and references checked
Every candidate has their licences, certificates, right to work and recent references checked before you meet them.
Flexible pricing
Choose a subscription or a traditional fee. Every plan includes one 60-day guarantee.
Whether you need one HGV driver or a whole warehouse shift, our logistics recruitment in the East Midlands is built around your sites and your shifts. Book a free consultation.
Hiring in the East Midlands: What to Plan For
Competition is strong
Many large sites compete for staff. Check pay against nearby sites.
Peak season starts early
Retail peaks begin in autumn. Plan temporary staff in advance.
Rail and air roles differ
Rail and air freight need specialist planners. Allow extra time.
These points shape every logistics recruitment in the East Midlands brief we take on. Talk to us about your team.
Finding Logistics Jobs in the East Midlands
Logistics jobs in the East Midlands include national distribution, rail and air freight, retail and supply chain roles. We help warehouse staff, drivers, planners and managers find roles that fit their licences, their shifts and their commute.
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Bernoullis is a specialist recruiter based in Polegate, East Sussex. Licences, skills and references come first, so every shortlist is built around the work in front of you, from a single driver to a full warehouse team.
Logistics Recruitment in the East Midlands: FAQs
Which counties do you cover for logistics recruitment in the East Midlands?
All of them, including Northamptonshire, Leicestershire, Nottinghamshire, Derbyshire and Lincolnshire. Each county has its own page with local towns, industry and live jobs.
Do you recruit for logistics jobs in Northampton?
Yes. We recruit warehouse staff, drivers and managers for distribution centres around Northampton. It is one of our service areas.
Do you cover logistics jobs in Leicester?
Yes. We recruit for warehouse, forklift and transport roles around Leicester and Lutterworth.
Do you check licences and certificates?
Yes. We check driving licence categories, Driver CPC and tachograph cards, forklift certificates and professional qualifications such as the Transport Manager CPC or CIPS where a role needs them, confirm right to work and take up recent references before anyone starts.
Can you help with temporary and peak season roles in the East Midlands?
Yes. Logistics recruitment in the East Midlands is not just permanent hires. We also recruit temporary warehouse staff, drivers for peak periods and interim managers for new contracts or site moves.
Do job seekers pay you?
No. Our service is always free for candidates.
How quickly can you fill a logistics role?
It depends on the role, the skills it needs and the location. We agree a realistic timeline at the briefing and tell you honestly if a search will take longer.
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