Logistics Manager

Page Group; Newport; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A high-technology international group in the aviation and defense markets is seeking a Logistics Manager in Newport. You will lead the supply chain team, ensure HSE standards, and manage logistics KPIs to enhance performance. Ideal candidates will have a strong leadership background and a passion for continuous improvement in operational activities.

Qualifications

• Proven leadership in managing a supply chain team.
• Strong focus on safety and HSE culture.
• Ability to develop and drive logistics process standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor the supply chain team.
• Conduct audits on HSE and implement improvement plans.
• Produce and communicate logistics KPIs to stakeholders.
• Drive continuous improvement activities within the team.
• Manage team meetings and employee relations.

Skills

Leadership

Health and Safety (HSE) Implementation

Continuous Improvement

People Management

Logistics KPIs

Job description

The Logistics Manager is responsible for the management of operational activities within the logistics function and contributes to the delivery of the overall logistics strategy to ensure the delivery of commitments to all customers.

Client Details

An international high-technology group, operating in the aviation (propulsion, equipment and interiors), defense and space markets

Description

• Being the lead, mentor and developer of the supply chain team.
• Ensure a safe working environment and drive HSE culture leading by example, implementing daily, weekly audits on HSE as well as improvement plans.
• Understand the business process standards (SCOUT) for the relevant logistics process and maintain and build upon process standards with the view to develop and drive improvements where necessary.
• Own and produce Logistics KPI's to assess performance vs target and communicate status to key stakeholders.
• To ensure continuous improvement activities are conducted, reviewed and evaluated in area of responsibility with the team.
• People management activities including conducting team meetings, providing updated date and information to drive best working practices for the team and individuals, employee management including but not limited to absence management, people development, employee relations and recruitment / selection.