Logistics Operator

Spektrum; Matlock; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global contractor is seeking a Supply Chain support personnel in Northwood to manage inventory, perform logistics operations, and ensure compliance with safety protocols. The ideal candidate will have 1-3 years of experience in supply and logistics and familiarity with warehouse management systems. This is an on-site role requiring valid security clearance.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years' experience in Supply, Logistics or Supply Chain Management.
• Familiarity with warehouse management systems (WMS).
• Basic knowledge of safety protocols and equipment handling.

Responsibilities

• Maintains item and inventory management records.
• Produces basic inventory management reports for senior staff.
• Assists in resolving issues related to physical space management.
• Performs basic warehousing activities such as receiving and shipping.
• Maintains records of all shipments and invoices.

Skills

Logistics coordination

Inventory management

Supply chain analysis

Knowledge of safety protocols

Education

Higher vocational training or secondary education

Tools

ERP Oracle-based systems

Job description

Overview

Spektrum offers a wide range of opportunities in several global locations and supports apex purchasers (NATO, UN, EU, and National Government and Defence) with specialist services. We provide professional services, aerospace and defence sales, delivery, and operational subject matter expertise. We are seeking personnel to join our team to support key client projects.

The Program

The NATO Communications and Information Agency (NCIA) is NATO’s principal C3 capability deliverer and CIS service provider. It provides, maintains and defends the NATO enterprise-wide information technology infrastructure to enable Allies to consult together under Article IV, and, when required, stand together in the face of attack under Article V.

To provide these critical services, the NCI Agency aims to build and maintain a high performance-engaged workforce. The NCI Agency workforce consists of three major categories: NATO International Civilians (NICs), Military (Mil), and Interim Workforce Consultants (IWCs). The IWCs are a critical part of the overall NCI Agency workforce and make up approximately 15 percent of the total workforce.

Role ID

Role ID – C004367

Role Duties And Responsibilities

• Works with Distribution Requirements Planning (DRP) basic processes and operations.
• Maintains item and inventory management records.
• Helps minimize bottlenecks and delays and the resulting impact on operating costs.
• Uses real-time inventory software, with guidance, to move supplies where needed, when needed.
• Assists in resolving issues related to physical space management.
• Performs the receiving, ticketing, checking in and distributing of inventory items for a specific location.
• Produces basic inventory management reports for senior staff to reconcile the inventory balances.
• Tracks inventory information for a specific product group or location.
• Works with basic tasks of inventory management for a specific location.
• Follows processes to take stock, release inventory or return into processing; resolves discrepancies.
• Uses tools, with guidance, to forecast delivery times, determine costs and assess performance.
• Works with logistics in a domestic environment.
• Maintains records of all shipments and invoices using an established system.
• Assists in the development of process flows to track lead time by activity.
• Participates in integrating logistics processes and developing effective networks.
• Recognizes software systems or components used to manage supply chain.
• Participates in supply chain analysis and uses it to spot trends and improvement opportunities.
• Discusses considerations for integrating partner and supplier transactions.
• Summarizes supply chain considerations for different types of products.
• Works with a specific part of supply chain management process.
• Analyzes and documents key performance indicators of warehouse management in own area.
• Assists in implementing mechanization approaches and techniques in a distribution centre.
• Collects and translates the business requirements for specifications of warehouse management systems.
• Performs basic warehousing activities such as receiving, putting away, picking, packing and shipping merchandise.
• Maintains warehouse equipment and facilities on a regular basis.

Essential Skills, Experience And Certifications

• Higher vocational training or secondary education.
• 1-3 years' experience in Supply, Logistics or Supply Chain Management.
• Familiarity with warehouse management systems (WMS) such as ERP Oracle-based systems.
• Basic knowledge of safety protocols and equipment handling.

Working Location

• Northwood, Great Britain

Working Policy

• On-site

Travel

• Some travel to other NATO sites may be required

Security Clearance

• Valid National or NATO Secret personal security clearance

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