UK Planning & Logistics Manager

HEXAGON; Telford; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology firm in Telford is seeking an experienced Planning & Logistics Manager to lead a team of specialists. You will ensure installation projects are delivered on time and on budget while maintaining the highest quality standards. The ideal candidate has extensive experience in supply chain management and strong leadership skills, with a focus on customer satisfaction and team development. This is an onsite position offering a dynamic work environment.

Qualifications

• Proven management experience in supply chain, logistics, or project delivery.
• Strong track record in P&L responsibility and cost control.
• Skilled in analysing data and managing KPIs.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop a team of planning, logistics, and project engineers.
• Ensure projects and shipments are delivered on time and within budget.
• Oversee budgets and manage performance and training of the team.

Skills

Management Experience in Supply Chain

P&L Responsibility

Lean Project Management

Data Analysis

Communication Skills

Negotiation Skills

Leadership Skills

Education

Degree/HNC in a relevant discipline

Job description

Overview

We are seeking an experienced Planning & Logistics Manager to lead our UK team of project and logistics specialists. This management role is accountable for delivering installation projects on time, on budget, and to the highest quality standards—while ensuring safety, compliance, and alignment with company values. The role carries full departmental responsibility for cost control, resource planning, and customer satisfaction, with decision-making authority across purchasing, recruitment, and team management.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop a team of planning, logistics, and project engineers.
• Ensure projects and shipments are delivered on time, within budget, and to agreed specifications.
• Oversee budgets, subcontractor and freight costs, and inventory management.
• Manage performance, training, appraisals, and capacity planning for the team.
• Chair regular team and project reviews with clear reporting and risk management.
• Drive process improvement using lean and visual management tools.
• Ensure compliance with health & safety, quality standards, and business management systems.
• Collaborate with senior management to support profitability, sales delivery, and customer satisfaction.

Qualifications

• Proven management experience in supply chain, logistics, or project delivery.
• Strong track record in P&L responsibility and cost control.
• Experience with lean project management and visual tracking methods.
• Degree/HNC in a relevant discipline or equivalent experience.
• Skilled in analysing data and managing KPIs.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and leadership skills.
• Customer-focused, resilient, and effective in managing cross-functional teams.

Information at a Glance

Job Title: UK Planning & Logistics Manager
Job Function: Logistics
Job Location (Short): Telford, GBR, TF7 4PL
Workplace Type: Onsite
Workplace Details: Telford
Req ID: 2157

About Hexagon

Hexagon is a global leader in sensor, software and autonomous solutions. We are putting data to work to boost efficiency, productivity, and quality across industrial, manufacturing, infrastructure, safety, and mobility applications. Our technologies are shaping urban and production ecosystems to become increasingly connected and autonomous - ensuring a scalable, sustainable future. Hexagon''s Manufacturing Intelligence division provides solutions that utilise data from design and engineering, production and metrology to make manufacturing smarter.