Logistics Operations Specialist

Jaguar Land Rover; Metropolitan Borough of Solihull; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading automotive manufacturer in the UK seeks a Logistics Operations Senior Specialist to oversee end-to-end logistics and supply chain processes for the Solihull plant. Responsibilities include managing transportation, warehousing, and inventory to ensure timely and cost-effective deliveries. Candidates should have extensive experience in logistics, strong analytical skills, and a commitment to operational excellence. This role offers a range of benefits, including a competitive pension and a performance-related bonus.

Benefits

Discounted car purchase

Maternity and paternity leave policy

Competitive pension

Company performance-related bonus

Employee learning scheme

Comprehensive Life Assurance and Income Protection

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in Material Planning / Logistics in Supply Chain.
• High attention to detail and commitment to operational excellence.
• Experience in multiple logistics functions providing in‑depth knowledge of organisational processes.
• Experience of warehouse management operations and control processes.
• Good analytical skills and statistical ability.
• Extensive knowledge of problem‑solving techniques.

Responsibilities

• Deliver programme plans on time ensuring flawless launches and operations.
• Develop and implement logistics strategies to streamline operations.
• Analyze logistics data to identify and action inefficiencies.

Skills

Material Planning / Logistics

Attention to detail

Logistics functions knowledge

Warehouse management

Team management

Analytical skills

Problem-solving techniques

Microsoft Office

Job description

The Logistics Operations Senior Specialist is responsible for overseeing and optimizing the end‑to‑end logistics and supply chain processes for Solihull plant and our Logistics Operations Centre. This includes managing transportation, warehousing, inventory, and distribution to ensure timely, cost‑effective, and compliant delivery of material. The role requires strategic planning, cross‑functional collaboration, and continuous improvement to enhance operational efficiency and customer satisfaction. You will support the Solihull Plant operation and transition by:

Responsibilities

• Deliver programme plans on time ensuring flawless launches and operations
• Ensure robust compliance to audit standards and operational processes
• Develop and implement logistics strategies to streamline operations
• Ensure delivery of the area's scorecard metrics
• Be able to process and action a complex range of data sets to show operational effectiveness and lead projects for improvement that contribute to best in class standards
• Be able to understand resource calculation tools and equivalent to drive waste reduction throughout the operation, lead logistics projects and report progress to senior management
• Ensure compliance to audit standards throughout the operation
• Analyze logistics data to identify and action inefficiencies and cost‑saving opportunities
• Prepare and present performance reports (KPIs, cost analysis, delivery metrics)
• Lead the delivery of the Scorecard metrics associated to operational areas of control
• Work with project teams on the development and deployment of new solutions into the live operational environment
• To drive constraint analysis and problem‑solving techniques in a disciplined and consistent manner
• Undertake any other work as directed by their line manager in connection with their job as may be requested

Skills and Experience

• Extensive experience in Material Planning / Logistics in Supply Chain
• High attention to detail and commitment to operational excellence.
• Have previous experience in multiple logistics functions providing in‑depth knowledge of organisational processes
• Experience of warehouse management operations and control processes
• Previous experience managing a team
• Good analytical skills and statistical ability
• Extensive knowledge of problem‑solving techniques and understanding of lean manufacturing principles
• Strong IT skills, particularly Microsoft Office
• Working in Manufacturing at JLR, you’ll be the hands‑on expert who brings innovation to life. You’ll collaborate with a team of expert technicians and problem‑solvers and use cutting‑edge tools, facilities, and processes engineered together to build era‑defining vehicles that people across the world know and love. Your expertise will directly impact the shaping of modern luxury. Together, let’s create the exceptional.

Benefits

• Discounted car purchase (open to family members, too)
• A 52 week maternity leave policy and a 4 week paternity leave policy. Other parental leave policies are available.
• A competitive pension
• A JLR company performance‑related bonus
• An employee learning scheme providing funding for education, training and other activities which support the development of personal skills and promote lifelong learning.
• Access to open, employee‑led support and social networks
• Comprehensive Life Assurance and Income Protection policies
• Please discuss these with your recruiter so we can accommodate your needs.

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