Logistics & Stores Manager

PLEASE READ BEFORE APPLYING: **Recognising the RESTRICTED nature of the work suitable candidates will be baseline level (BPSS) clearable or eligible for this level of clearance**

Purpose

On behalf of Marshalls Land Systems the role will lead the successful relocation of logistics and stores operations from their site in Cambridge to their new site in Merthyr Tydfil while establishing a new, high-performing logistics function to support Marshall Land Systems' future manufacturing operations. This is a unique opportunity to play a pivotal role in one of the organisation's most significant operational transformation projects. You will be responsible for planning and delivering the end-to-end transition of inventory, warehouse infrastructure, systems and processes, while ensuring continuity of supply to manufacturing throughout the relocation.

Alongside delivering the transition programme, you will design and establish the new stores operation, recruiting, developing and leading a capable logistics team, implementing best practice processes and embedding a culture of safety, collaboration and continuous improvement. Working closely with Supply Chain, Manufacturing, Programmes, HR, Facilities and site leadership, you will help shape a modern, efficient logistics operation that will support Marshall Land Systems for years to come.

Salary: £60K

**Regular onsite working is required across both the Cambridge and Merthyr Tydfil sites & reimbursable travel between locations will be required throughout the transition**

RESPONSIBILITIES

Lead the planning, co-ordination and delivery of the stores and logistics transition programme from Cambridge to Merthyr Tydfil
Develop and maintain detailed project plans, transition schedules and resource requirements to ensure successful delivery against agreed milestones
Manage the relocation of inventory, warehouse equipment, tooling and materials while maintaining stock integrity, traceability and operational readiness
Ensure continuity of material supply to manufacturing throughout the transition, minimising disruption to production programmes
Establish warehouse layouts, storage solutions and material flows to support efficient operations at the new Merthyr Tydfil facility
Lead stock verification, reconciliation and inventory accuracy activities before, during and following the relocation
Manage the day-to-day stores operation throughout the transition period, ensuring safe, efficient and compliant warehouse activities
Ensure all logistics operations comply with Health & Safety, environmental, quality and security requirements
Identify, manage and mitigate operational and project risks, escalating issues where appropriate
Build strong working relationships with internal stakeholders, suppliers and third-party logistics providers to coordinate relocation activities
Produce regular progress reports, project updates and performance metrics for senior stakeholders
Drive continuous improvement opportunities to optimise warehouse processes, inventory management and logistics performance
Support internal and external audits, ensuring all transition documentation and warehouse records remain accurate and audit ready
Develop the logistics and stores operating model for the new Merthyr Tydfil facility, ensuring it supports current and future business requirements
Lead the recruitment, onboarding and development of the new logistics and stores team, working closely with HR and hiring managers to build the required capability
Define team structures, roles and responsibilities to establish a high-performing logistics function
Coach and support new team members, fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration and continuous improvement
Manage the transition of knowledge from the Cambridge operation to the new Merthyr Tydfil team, ensuring critical processes and expertise are effectively transferred
Build workforce plans that align resource requirements with transition milestones and future operational demand
Establish performance measures, KPIs and reporting to drive operational excellence within the new logistics function
Work with wider business functions to embed new processes, governance and ways of working following the transition
Champion employee engagement throughout the transition, supporting teams through change and ensuring clear, consistent communication
PREVIOUS EXPERIENCE

Significant experience in warehouse, logistics or supply chain operations within a manufacturing or engineering environment
Experience leading operational relocations, warehouse moves or logistics transition projects
Proven experience managing stores, inventory control and warehouse operations
Experience leading teams through periods of operational change
Strong stakeholder management skills with the ability to influence across multiple business functions
Experience working within a regulated, quality-controlled or defence manufacturing environment is desirable
Demonstrable experience delivering projects against challenging timescales
TECHNICAL SKILLS/EDUCATION

Strong knowledge of warehouse management, inventory control and material planning
Experience using ERP and warehouse management systems
Excellent project planning and organisational skills
Strong analytical and problem-solving capability
Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
Good understanding of Health & Safety legislation and safe warehouse practices
Project management qualification (APM, PRINCE2 or equivalent) is desirable
Forklift licence is desirable
Dangerous Goods certification is desirable
KEY STAKEHOLDERS

Supply Chain, Manufacturing and Programme teams – to ensure continuity of material supply and alignment with production schedules throughout the transition
HR and Talent Acquisition – to recruit, onboard and develop the new logistics and stores team, ensuring the right capability is in place for operational readiness
Facilities, IT and Project teams – to coordinate site readiness, warehouse infrastructure, systems implementation and relocation activities
External suppliers, logistics providers and contractors – to manage the safe and timely movement of inventory, equipment and warehouse assets
Senior leadership and site management – to provide project updates, manage risks, support decision-making and ensure successful delivery of the relocation programme
About Marshall’s:

Marshall Land Systems is a Canadian-owned global company with an unrivalled pedigree of British engineering excellence. From its origins in Cambridge, UK, through more than a century of innovation, pioneering advances from the nose of Concorde to the early Hydrogen fuel cell technology that ultimately powered the moon landings, Marshall engineers now continue to innovate specialist vehicles and infrastructure for NATO forces across the world. From bomb disposal vehicles to deployed shelters, from command and control to CT scanners on the battlefield, Marshall Land Systems protects people in critical situations with the very best in engineering. It employs 600 people with major facilities the UK, Canada, and the Netherlands
Only candidates based in UK and eligible to work in UK are allowed