Logistics Manager

Job title: Manufacturing Logistics Manager

Location: Samlesbury / Warton – Full Time On Site

Salary: £61,110+

What you’ll be doing:

Responsible for the day-to-day management of a supply chain logistics team, which could include both professional and manual resource, to provide a logistics service to an area within manufacturing operations

Providing support to the Senior Logistics Managers / Head of Logistics in their responsibility for its safety, performance, capability, processes and strategy to ensure the logistics requirements for the Line of Business are delivered

Lead the operation of a data management cell for all order book management information, data integrity, performance metrication and value chain Key Performance Indicators to deliver operational excellence

Act as an escalation route for prioritisation of work to lists, and responsible for the expediting of shortages

Liaising with internal and external suppliers to ensure the flow of material through the manufacturing process, and address supply chain performance issues as identified

Your skills and experiences:

Essential:

• Significant experience within an operational production/ manufacturing environment, with a strong understanding of Logistics / Supply Chain strategies, concepts, ERP systems and processes
• Strong leadership competence e.g. decision making, communicating, motivating, selecting/developing people, taking proactive actions
• A high energy leader, with a focussed and objective management style and an ability to quickly develop relationships both internally and externally

Desirable:

• Able to filter, prioritise, analyse and validate complex and dynamic material
• Recognition through an appropriate Professional Supply Chain body at a Chartered level i.e. CILT or equivalent
• Previous experience of the delivery of complex and critical logistical outcomes that enable strong schedule and financial performance

Benefits:

You’ll receive benefits including a competitive pension scheme, enhanced annual leave allowance and a Company contributed Share Incentive Plan. You’ll also have access to additional benefits such as flexible working, an employee assistance programme, Cycle2work and employee discounts – you may also be eligible for an annual leave incentive.

The Air Sector Manufacturing Team:

We have great opportunities to work on complex, innovative and world leading projects such as Typhoon, F-35 and FalconWorks. Join us and you will be working alongside other functions to deliver products that will be in service for 40+ years and be continually upgraded to maintain Customers Air Defence capabilities.

Air power is a critical national asset. It is the key to national security, to achieving global influence, supporting relations with key allies and driving national prosperity, jobs and significant economic return to the UK. Our people are the power behind our Air Power; making a difference to the nations we support every day. We are focused on creating a working environment that values diversity and fosters innovation, enabling us to protect those who protect us.

Why BAE Systems?

This is a place where you’ll be able to make a real difference. You’ll be part of an inclusive culture that values diversity, rewards integrity, and merit, and where you’ll be empowered to fulfil your potential. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds and particularly from sections of the community who are currently underrepresented within our industry, including women, ethnic minorities, people with disabilities and LGBTQ+ individuals.

We also want to make sure that our recruitment processes are as inclusive as possible. If you have a disability or health condition (for example dyslexia, autism, an anxiety disorder etc.) that may affect your performance in certain assessment types, please speak to your recruiter about potential reasonable adjustments.

Closing Date: 25th June 2024

Please be aware that many roles working for BAE Systems will be subject to both security and export control restrictions. These restrictions mean that factors including your nationality, any previous nationalities you have held, and your place of birth may limit those roles you can perform for the organisation.

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