Logistics Supervisor

Fortive; Brighton; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus

Job summary

Ralliant Corporation, a former Fortive business, seeks a proactive Head of Materials & Logistics to drive end-to-end supply chain excellence. You will oversee shipping, inventory control, and replenishment, delivering accurate metrics and supporting continuous improvement initiatives across Gems Setra and Setra Systems brands.

This role requires hands-on leadership, strong ERP and Excel skills, plus the ability to coordinate cross-functionally with internal teams and external carriers in a

Qualifications

• Experience leading Materials & Logistics teams in a manufacturing or distribution setting.
• Strong understanding of inventory controls, FIFO, cycle counts and stock accuracy.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily stand-up meetings to review safety, quality, delivery and inventory.
• Manage domestic and international shipping, export documentation and carrier selection.
• Maintain stock control processes, conduct cycle counts and reconcile discrepancies.
• Deliver monthly performance reports on stock, despatch and process improvements.

Skills

SAP ERP

Inventory management

Leadership

Continuous improvement

Excel

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain / Logistics

Tools

SAP

Excel

Job description

Brighton, East Sussex, United KingdomPurpose of Position:Supply Chain is responsible for the purchase of goods and services at the point of use considering Quality, Cost and DeliveryMaterials are responsible for:Receipt and distribution within the facility of component and sub assy materials.Replenishment of component materials to the Production Cells.Backflushing of manufactured finished goods into the warehouse.Despatch and invoicing of finished goods via the appropriate freight courier.Stock control and cycle count policy.Essential Functions:Provide visible and consistent leadership to the Materials and Logistics team, ensuring clear priorities, effective workload management and defined ownership of roles and responsibilities.Coach, mentor and develop direct reports through regular feedback, skills development, adherence to standard work and structured performance discussions.Ensure domestic and international shipping activities are completed accurately, compliantly and on time, including export documentation, commodity coding, customs requirements, export controls and courier selection.Lead effective daily stand-up meetings to review safety, quality, delivery, inventory, priorities, constraints and actions, ensuring the team understands expectations and escalates issues in a timely manner.Maintain robust inventory and stock control processes, including stock accuracy, replenishment, warehouse discipline, action bin audits, cycle counting and issue resolution.Provide accurate monthly reporting on team performance, stock control, logistics performance, back orders, Despatch performance, process adherence and improvement activity.Drive continuous improvement (kaizen) across materials handling, stores, Despatch and replenishment processes through practical problem solving and standard work.Problem solving shipping issues by liaising with carriers for both inbound and outbound shipments.Develop relationships with Carriers Local Account managers to improve efficiency.Critical Success Factors:Practical awareness of Health and Safety requirements, including manual handling, warehouse safety and good environmental practices.Experience of SAP or a comparable ERP system within a logistics, stores, materials or supply chain environment.Strong understanding of inventory management/rotation/FIFO, stock accuracy, replenishment, cycle count and stock control processes.Knowledge of problem-solving, continuous improvement and standard work practices.Proficient in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, Word, Outlook and reporting tools.Confident people leader with the ability to coach, mentor, develop and engage othersAble to work cross functionally with other internal departments, and where necessary, external customersAble to establish clear expectations, delegate effectively and hold the team accountable for delivery.Strong communication skills, with the ability to conduct effective daily stand-up meetings and escalate risks clearly.Solid financial acumen around material price, freight methods and departmental spend.High attention to detail, particularly in shipping documentation, stock accuracy and reporting.Effective time management, personal organization and ability to prioritize within a fast-paced operational environment.Demonstrates ownership, resilience and a continuous improvement mindset.#LI-MP1Ralliant Corporation OverviewRalliant, originally part of Fortive, now stands as a bold, independent public company driving innovation at the forefront of precision technology. With a global footprint and a legacy of excellence, we empower engineers to bring next-generation breakthroughs to life — faster, smarter, and more reliably. Our high-performance instruments, sensors, and subsystems fuel mission-critical advancements across industries, enabling real-world impact where it matters most. At Ralliant we're building the future, together with those driven to push boundaries, solve complex problems, and leave a lasting mark on the world.About Gems SetraGems Setra is a leading global supplier of sensing and monitoring technologies, operating within the Precision Technologies platform of Ralliant Corporation. Through our comprehensive portfolio of premium sensing products, we deliver solutions to customer problems and challenges. As two Fortive businesses merged in 2022, Gems Setra's vision is to connect our customers to their environment to create a safer, healthier, more sustainable world. Gems Sensors product offerings include a range of products that encompass liquid level, flow, and pressure sensors, miniature solenoid valves, proximity switches, and integrated fluid management solutions. The Setra Systems product line offers an extensive selection of high-quality sensing instruments for humidity, current, vacuum, energy, and pressure measurements. At the heart of our combined company's mission lies a shared dedication between Gems Sensors and Setra Systems to deliver high-quality sensing solutions, backed by reliable customer support on a global scale. As a part of Ralliant, we embrace a culture of innovation, driving progress and empowering advancements in the industries and customers we serve.We Are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Ralliant Corporation and all Ralliant Companies are proud to be equal opportunity employers. We value and encourage diversity and solicit applications from all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or other characteristics protected by law. Ralliant and all Ralliant Companies are also committed to providing reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities. Individuals who need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment application process, please contact us at [e-mail] or EquityThis position is also eligible for bonus as part of the total compensation package.