Logistics & Production Planning Manager

Logistics & Production Planning Manager, Salary up to£50k depending on experience + excellent benefits package & career opportunities, Location; Gravesend.

We have an exciting opportunity for a Logistics & Production Planning Manager to join a leading company. Candidates will need to have proven experience in a Production Planning Manager / Materials Planning Manager / Logistics Planning Manager role from within a process driven assembly / production / manufacturing environment.

Logistics & Production Planning Manager - The role:

• Take charge of the logistics operation, ensuring the timely and seamless movement of units, materials, and products to their correct locations. Optimise processes to enhance efficiency, productivity, and customer satisfaction.
• SHEQ leadership and culture
• Review production requirements, assess unit availability, delivery locations, and available resources. Create comprehensive monthly and weekly site plans to optimise resource utilisation and ensure availability.
• Implement effective stock control management practices to ensure optimal inventory levels and on-time supply to our internal production facility. Employ innovative strategies to minimise costs and maximise operational efficiency. Coordinate with procurement and production teams to align stock requirements.
• Provide strong leadership to the logistics, inventory, materials, stock handling, and value-added processes teams. Develop a high-performing and motivated workforce, fostering teamwork, collaboration, and a culture of continuous improvement. Mentor and coach team members, promoting their professional growth and career development.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives within the site planning and logistics function. Identify opportunities for process optimisation, cost reduction, and performance enhancement. Implement best practices and innovative solutions to achieve operational excellence.

Candidate requirements:

• Experience in a similar role e.g. Planning Manager, Planning Logistics Manager, Materials Manager, Workshop Manager or similar
• P+L understanding for material and labour cost control.
• Demonstrable experience in building, leading and developing a team.
• Ability to plan and coordinate logistics operations while prioritising safety and efficiency is crucial.
• Strong analytical abilities and data-driven decision-making will contribute to optimising processes

If this sounds like the opportunity you have been looking for then please apply by attaching your CV.

Equal opportunities and diversity: Our client are committed to building a diverse, equal and inclusive culture. They aim to establish and maintain a leadership team and colleague population that reflects our society. They invite all colleagues to bring their whole selves to work and strive for an environment which is fair, and in which all of their colleagues are able to do their best each day.

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Key words: Planning Manager, Planning Logistics Manager, Materials Manager, Workshop Manager