Logistics Controller

leonardocompany; Yeovil; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company-funded benefits

Job summary

Leonardo in Yeovil is seeking a proactive Logistics Controller to manage outsourced logistics operations and act as the interface with external providers.

You will monitor KPIs, resolve issues, and drive continuous improvement while influencing logistics strategy and supporting tenders and cost-reduction initiatives. The role requires strong organisation, analytical, and communication skills and experience in contract management or procurement.

Qualifications

• HNC level (or equivalent) in Aerospace or business-related subject or relevant experience.
• Experience in contract management, procurement or project management is desirable.
• Ability to organise, plan, prioritise and control complex operations.
• Financial awareness including budgets and variances.

Responsibilities

• Act as interface between the company and outsourced logistics providers.
• Monitor performance against KPIs and manage contractual obligations.
• Engage stakeholders to ensure contract compliance and cost control.
• Support continuous improvement, cost-reduction initiatives and tenders.
• Provide operational support for logistics processes and data integrity.

Skills

Contract management

Project management

Procurement

Organise and plan

Financial awareness

Communication

SAP

Microsoft Office

Manufacturing knowledge

Education

HNC or equivalent in Aerospace/Business

Tools

SAP

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Description:

We are looking for a proactive and commercially aware Logistics Controller to join our team and play a key role in managing and optimising our outsourced logistics operations.

Your impact

In this role, you will act as the key interface between the company and our external logistics service providers, ensuring that contracted services are delivered safely, efficiently, to the required quality standards and at agreed cost. You will monitor performance against key performance indicators, resolve operational issues, and work collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders to drive continuous improvement.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys working in a dynamic operational environment, can confidently manage competing priorities and is motivated by finding better, more efficient ways of working. You will have the opportunity to influence logistics strategy, support cost-reduction initiatives, contribute to projects and tenders, and help shape the development of our processes and systems.

We are looking for someone with strong organisational, analytical and problem-solving skills, excellent communication abilities and the confidence to build effective relationships at all levels. Experience in contract management, procurement, project management, material supply or a manufacturing environment would be highly advantageous.

If you are positive, proactive, commercially minded and comfortable taking ownership, this could be the perfect opportunity to develop your career while making a tangible difference to our logistics operation.

For the awareness of internal applicants, this is a JFF L5.

What you will do as a Logistics Controller:

• Provide an effective interface between the company and its outsourced logistics service providers.
• Ensure that all services are provided, as detailed within the contract.
• Monitor performance against agreed Key Performance Indicators.
• Engage with relevant stakeholders to ensure that all company obligations within the contract are adhered to.
• Represent the company at reviews and meetings with external parties.
• Address any areas of operational concern (where required), ensuring that necessary issues / non-conformances are resolved to the company's satisfaction.
• Support continuous improvement and cost reduction initiatives.
• Provide operational support for logistics processes e.g. Material Master updates, specialist packaging requirements and actions relating to Quality Notifications.
• Advise internal stakeholders on matters related to logistics
• Support process reviews, systems development, pricing activities and tenders.
• Reporting: Run / monitor existing reports and create new reports where required.
• Financial: Verification and processing of invoices, progression of payment, allocation of costs, monitor contract spend.
• Quality: Support audits and process checks, review documentation and communicate process change.
• Work Instructions: Review and amend as appropriate. Obtain necessary approvals.
• Co-ordinate burndown projects and data integrity activities.
• Assist with special projects, including aircraft moves.
• Support others within the team where appropriate. Maintain a basic understanding of other tasks completed within the team and be prepared to adapt at short notice.

What you'll bring

• Qualified to HNC level (or equivalent) in an Aerospace or Business-related subject or adequate relevant experience in a business-related environment.
• Previous Contract Management, Project Management or Procurement experience is highly desirable.
• Ability to organise, plan, prioritise and control complex operations.
• Financial awareness including preparation of budgets, analysis of variances and corrective actions.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills at all levels internal and external to the company.
• Experience using SAP and Microsoft packages, which include Excel, PowerPoint and Word.
• Positive, proactive and flexible attitude.
• Experience within a material supply or manufacturing environment.
• Integrity and professional approach, with credibility at all levels.

This is not an exhaustive list, and we are keen to hear from you even if you might not have experience in all the above. The most important skill is a good attitude and willingness to learn.

Security Clearance

This role is subject to pre-employment screening in line with the UK Government's Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS). An additional range of Personnel Security Controls referred to as National Security Vetting (NSV) may apply, this could include meeting the eligibility requirements for The Security Check (SC) or Developed Vetting (DV). For more information and guidance please visit: https://careers.uk.leonardo.com/gb/en/security-and-vetting

Why join us

At Leonardo, our people are at the heart of everything we do. We offer a comprehensive, company-funded benefits package that supports your wellbeing, career development, and work-life balance. Whether you're looking to grow p