Transportation – Logistics Manager

Prattwhitney; Kilkeel; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private Medical Insurance

Pension scheme

Early finish on Fridays

Flexible benefits

Discounted gym membership

Life Assurance

Staff Discounts

Job summary

Collins Aerospace in Kilkeel, Northern Ireland, is seeking a logistics professional to manage transportation, carriers, and performance, ensuring efficient material flow for aerospace operations.

You will analyze transport data, lead cost-reduction initiatives, coordinate moves, and collaborate with internal teams, suppliers, and service providers.

The role requires a degree in logistics or related field with several years of experience, and offers a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Degree/HND in Logistics, Supply Chain, Business, Engineering or related discipline; 4+ years in logistics/transportation.
• Minimum 5 years’ experience in transportation, freight or logistics management.
• Experience with carriers, freight forwarders or 3PL providers.

Responsibilities

• Develop cost‑effective transportation solutions that meet operational needs.
• Manage carriers, 3PLs, contracts, bids and service performance.
• Analyze transportation data to identify cost and efficiency improvements.
• Manage TMS tools and optimize freight execution.
• Coordinate transportation moves and resolve shipment delays.
• Lead logistics improvement, cost reduction and network optimization initiatives.
• Partner with internal teams, suppliers and service providers to ensure reliable material flow.

Skills

Transportation management

Data analysis

Structured problem solving

Carrier/freight experience

Education

Degree/HND in Logistics, Supply Chain, Business, Engineering

Tools

SAP S/4HANA

SAP IBP

Power BI

Tableau

SQL

Job description

Date Posted: 2026-10-05 Country: United Kingdom Location: Kilkeel, Newry, Mourne and Down Position Role Type: Onsite

Joining Collins Aerospace isn’t just about finding a job; it’s about embarking on a journey to redefine the future of aerospace technology. Collins Aerospace, an RTX company, is a leader in technologically advanced and intelligent solutions for the global aerospace and defense industry. Collins Aerospace has the capabilities, comprehensive portfolio, and expertise to solve customers’ toughest challenges and to meet the demands of a rapidly evolving global market.

What You Will Do

• Develop cost-effective transportation solutions that meet operational needs.
• Manage carriers, 3PLs, contracts, bids, and service performance.
• Analyze transportation data to identify cost and efficiency improvements.
• Manage TMS tools and optimize freight execution.
• Coordinate transportation moves and resolve shipment delays.
• Lead logistics improvement, cost-reduction, and network optimization initiatives.
• Partner with internal teams, suppliers, and service providers to ensure reliable material flow.

Essential Criteria

• Degree/HND in Logistics, Supply Chain, Business, Engineering or a related discipline and a minimum of 4 years’ relevant logistics/transportation experience or 7 years’ relevant logistics/transportation experience.
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in transportation, freight or logistics management.
• Experience managing carriers, freight forwarders or 3PL providers.
• Experience using data analysis to identify performance trends, issues or improvement opportunities.
• Experience applying structured problem-solving techniques to resolve transportation, freight or supply-chain issues.

Desirable Criteria

• Knowledge or experience of customs, import/export or trade compliance and managing international freight movements CILT, CIPS or equivalent professional qualification.
• Experience in aerospace, defence or regulated manufacturing.
• Experience conducting freight tenders, RFPs or carrier negotiations.
• Experience using SAP S/4HANA, SAP IBP, Power BI, Tableau or SQL.
• Lean, Six Sigma or recognised continuous-improvement qualification.

What We Offer

We are committed to providing an industry-leading benefits package. Our offerings include:

• 25 days Annual Leave & 9 Public Holidays
• Ability to buy & sell annual leave
• Attractive Compensation Package
• Private Medical Insurance
• Generous Employer Contribution Pension Scheme
• Early finish on Fridays
• Flexible benefits tailored to you
• Discounted gym membership
• Life Assurance
• Group Income Protection
• Professional Development & Growth
• Support with professional fees
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
• Healthcare benefits (including healthcare cash plan)
• Staff Discounts
• Work/Life Balance
• Wellness Programs
• Employee Recognition
• Employee Referral Bonus
• Free onsite parking
• Opportunities for progression and development

At Collins Aerospace, our Interiors team is focused on innovation, safety and cost efficiency. But we don’t just get people from point A to point B. We’re committed to making air travel more comfortable, connected and secure. As a leader in aviation interior products and services, we’re helping airlines and original equipment manufacturers create a positive experience for their customers.

With offices and manufacturing facilities in more than 12 states across the U.S. and more than 10 countries around the globe, we’re changing the game of aircraft interiors.

RTX adheres to the principles of equal employment. All qualified applications will be given careful consideration without regard to ethnicity, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation or identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

RTX is an aerospace and defense company that provides advanced systems and services for commercial, military and government customers worldwide.

It comprises three industry-leading businesses – Collins Aerospace, Pratt & Whitney, and Raytheon.

The company, formed in 2020 through the combination of Raytheon Company and the United Technologies Corporation aerospace businesses, is headquartered in Arlington, Virginia.