Logistics Manager

In a Nutshell…

We have an incredible opportunity for a Logistics Manager to join our team within Vistry Works, at our timber frame manufacturing factory in Coalville, Leicestershire. As our Logistics Manager you will be responsible for the Logistics team and the arrangement of all inbound and outbound deliveries to and from our Timber Frame Factory. You will, in the safest and most efficient possible way, lead the team that arranges delivery of raw materials to the factory, manages stock levels and schedules the delivery of manufactured goods out to our construction sites.

We value in-person collaboration and team culture, but we're also committed to supporting flexible working where possible. We encourage you to raise any specific requirements during the interview process so we can explore how this could be accommodated.

Let's cut to the chase, what's in it for you…

• Competitive basic salary and annual bonus
• Company car, car allowance or travel allowance
• Salary sacrifice car scheme available to all employees
• Up to 33 days annual leave plus bank holidays increasing to up to 39 days with service
• 2 Volunteering days per annum
• Private medical insurance, with employee paid cover
• Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption leave
• Competitive pension scheme through salary sacrifice
• Life assurance at 4 x your annual salary
• Share save and share incentive schemes
• Employee rewards portal with many more benefits…

In return, what we would like from you…

• Behave in line with our company values – Integrity, Caring and Quality
• Experience using Microsoft Dynamics 365 in a manufacturing environment
• Providing training documentation/information relating to new and current processes and any procedural changes
• Experience in managing teams
• Experienced in Logistics and Warehouse management
• Experience of managing 3PL
• You will have held a role of similar seniority with comparable responsibilities, ideally within the timber frame manufacturing environment, although this is not essential
• You will have excellent organisational skills, with the ability to prioritise and multitask where required, and have the ability to work on your own initiative in a fast-paced environment
• You will have strong communication skills, both written and verbal, and have the ability to form and maintain excellent working relationships with suppliers and subcontractors
• You will have a thorough commercial awareness and understand the importance of scheduling the logistics of the factory in the safest but most cost-efficient manner

More about the Logistics Manager role…

• You will work closely with the Head of Manufacturing to ensure the logistics department operates seamlessly with production
• You will be responsible for the coaching and development of your transport coordinators, material coordinators and loading supervisors.
• You will support the Head of Logistics in process improvement projects and overall logistics strategy
• Working with the Head of Logistics and your team, you will ensure that Health and Safety guidelines are strictly followed, with all relevant tasks having Risk Assessments and Standard Operating Procedures in place
• Support the Head of Logistics in developing, implementing and subsequently managing contracts/SLA's across the supplier basis
• Hold regular supplier reviews to monitor performance, develop relationships and maintain focus on strategy objectives
• Your material coordinator team will be responsible for scheduling the delivery of raw materials to the factory, ensuring that stock levels are maintained consistently to suit the production schedule(s)
• Your transport coordinator team will arrange for the delivery of soleplates to construction sites prior to the frames being delivered, including the organisation of timed deliveries of manufactured goods. As required, they will liaise with third party transport suppliers to ensure deliveries direct to site are made on time
• You transport coordinator team will liaise with the relevant transport companies to arrange for empty trailers to be dropped off at the factory for pre-loading where required, and they will track the movement of stillages between sites and arrange the return of stillages back to the factory
• You will be responsible for keeping transport costs to a minimum, within a specified budget, whilst maintaining a high level of service and strong working relationships, both internally and with third parties
• Your material coordinator team will be required to complete tasks and provide requested information for the Purchasing Manager, including logging any supplier/sub-contractor issues and providing feedback on them
• You will work with the wider divisional Management Team seeking to continually improve the production processes and seek efficiencies within the business
• Your material coordinator team will be responsible for carrying out weekly cycle counts to ensure stock accuracy and plan the full annual stock take
• Your team will be responsible for maintaining the accuracy of inventory records within Dynamics 365
• You will carry out any other reasonable request as directed by your line manager

Finally, let's tell you a bit more about us…

We build more than homes, we're making Vistry. Being a responsible developer and award-winning employer means we live each day through our ethos - doing the right thing. Our behaviours reflect this, as well as our values of integrity, caring and quality. Shaping all we do; they empower us to develop sustainable communities across affordable and private housing. We work in a partnership-led way, and you'll recognise our renowned brands Bovis Homes, Linden Homes and Countryside Homes. Together with Vistry Works, our manufacturing operation, and the functional support of Vistry Services, we're a proud UK Green Building Council member, UK top five housebuilder with a five-star House Builders Federation (HBF) customer satisfaction rating, and winner of many awards including Top Employer, Global Top Inspiring Workplaces, and Best for Talent Attraction and Outreach. 

Join us in making Vistry.  

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