Planning and Logistics Specialist

STR Group Limited; Hemel Hempstead; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading logistics firm in Hemel Hempstead seeks a Planning & Logistics Specialist to maintain the accuracy of order book and production planning. This role involves managing order book administration, ensuring sales and production orders are accurately loaded into systems, and supporting logistics processes. Ideal candidates will have planning, logistics, or production control experience in manufacturing environments. Salary is up to £30,000 per annum.

Benefits

Salary up to £30,000

Stable growing business

Hands-on exposure to logistics

Supportive team environment

Qualifications

• Experience in a planning, logistics, scheduling or production control role within a manufacturing or engineering environment.
• Familiarity with MRP/ERP systems, experience with Javelin is desirable but not essential.
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple work orders and priorities.
• Confident communicator able to work cross-functionally with teams.
• Proactive mindset with an interest in process improvement.

Responsibilities

• Manage order book administration and ensure accuracy in Javelin.
• Plan, schedule, and release shop orders based on MRP outputs.
• Prepare production documentation for the shop floor.
• Track and update production work orders in line with schedule changes.
• Support Customer Service with dispatch and shipping documentation.

Skills

Planning and logistics experience

MRP/ERP systems knowledge

Attention to detail

Strong communication skills

Process improvement interest

Tools

Javelin (MRP)

Job description

We are seeking a Planning & Logistics Specialist to play a key role in maintaining the accuracy and integrity of our clients order book and production planning activities.This position sits at the heart of operations, supporting the full lifecycle from order input through to shipment and invoicing.

Working closely with the operations and customer service teams, you will ensure that transactional data within Javelin (MRP) and supporting systems is accurate, up to date and aligned with production requirements.You will also contribute to continuous improvement initiatives that support site growth and deliver a responsive, customer-focused service.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and improve order book administration, ensuring all sales and production orders are accurately loaded into Javelin (MRP) and reflected within customer demand portals.
• Plan, schedule and release shop orders in line with MRP outputs and/or level scheduling requirements.
• Prepare and compile production documentation prior to release to the shop floor, including job cards, drawings, specifications and associated paperwork.
• Proactively track and update production work orders in line with schedule changes, ensuring clear communication across teams.
• Support the Customer Service function with dispatch and shipping documentation, including delivery notes, invoices, Certificates of Conformity and customer-specific requirements.

About You

• Experience in a planning, logistics, scheduling or production control role within a manufacturing or engineering environment.
• Familiarity with MRP/ERP systems (Javelin experience desirable but not essential).
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple work orders and priorities.
• Confident communicator able to work cross-functionally with operations, production and customer service teams.
• Proactive mindset with an interest in process improvement and operational efficiency.

On Offer

• Salary up to £30,000 per annum, depending on experience
• A stable, growing business with clear operational objectives
• Hands-on exposure to planning, logistics and customer-facing processes
• Supportive team environment with opportunities to develop technical and systems knowledge

If you are interested, please apply!