UK Planning & Logistics Manager, Logistics & Purchasing

Hexagon AB; Telford; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A global leader in sensor and software solutions is seeking a Planning & Logistics Manager in Telford to lead the logistics team. Responsibilities include ensuring project delivery within budget, managing cost controls, and overseeing team performance. The ideal candidate has proven management experience in supply chain or logistics and holds a relevant degree. This role is onsite and offers a chance to work with industry-leading technologies.

Qualifications

• Proven management experience in supply chain or logistics.
• Strong track record in cost control and P&L responsibility.
• Experience with lean project management techniques.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop a team of logistics specialists.
• Ensure timely delivery of projects within budget.
• Oversee budgets and manage inventory.

Skills

Management experience in supply chain

P&L responsibility

Lean project management

Data analysis and KPI management

Communication and negotiation skills

Leadership skills

Education

Degree/HNC in relevant discipline

Job description

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.

Job 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.

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Job Title: UK Planning & Logistics Manager

Job Function: Logistics

Job Location (Short): Telford, GBR, TF7 4PL

Workplace Type: Onsite

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.