Logistics Manager

3 weeks ago

Littlehampton, United Kingdom Advanced Energy Full time

This position will coordinate and manage the Receiving, Material Handling, and Shipping Departments of the Littlehampton site. The core responsibility of the position is managing and leading a staff of approximately 10-15 Material Handlers and Shipping Clerks. The Logistics Supervisor is responsible for inventory management, effective resource planning, cycle count accuracy, and proper material handling techniques, as well as driving continuous improvement in the methods employes in his/her function.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

Inventory Management including location accuracy, cycle counting and transactional accuracy. Directs the staff and activities of Receiving, Material Handling, and Shipping personnel who ensure material is efficiently and properly managed. Selects, develops, and evaluates personnel to ensure the efficient operation of the function. Responsible for planning, reviewing, and developing logistics procedures and personnel. Maintains documentation to reflect the effectiveness and efficiency of department activities. Ensures materials are received and are delivered to inventory, and that finished goods are packaged according to specification and shipped in a timely manner. Ensures the security and accountability of materials and goods with inventory control. Ensures materials are available to meet production and Global Service schedules and/or products are shipped as per marketing schedules. Responsible for all staffing activities including hiring, performance appraisal, promotion, discipline, and termination Provides coaching and contributes to the professional growth of Logistics team members. Drives the Logistics team to meet metrics, goals, & objectives and leads improvement projects. Travel may be required. Other duties as assigned.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

Primarily works in a manufacturing, shipping & warehousing environment which may be noisy and fast paced. Because of the nature of the product being produced, high voltage and current conditions exist.

SKILLS:

Ability to present ideas in a clear and persuasive manner, both orally and in writing. Capability to respond quickly, decisively, assertively, and professionally to changing requirements in demand, product description, and material demand. Ability to manage and lead a staff of 10-15 Material Handlers and Shipping Clerks. Ability to organize, schedule, coordinate, and negotiate effectively and to set priorities in a manner which ensures maximum performance and goal accomplishment. Good understanding of SAP and the ability to apply logistics processes. Strong theoretical and practical knowledge of demand-based manufacturing systems. Good PC skills, including Excel, Word, MS Standard Office. Strong organizational skills. Ability to work with several projects simultaneously. Ability to motivate others in a team environment. Ability and willingness to engage and effectively resolve conflict situations and employee disciplinary issues. Ability to collaborate and involve others in decision-making and problem-solving.

EXPERIENCE:

3-5 years of experience in a storeroom, warehousing, shipping, or other logistic processes, or experience as a Planner, Buyer, or other closely related field. Evidence-based experience of Materials Systems Able to evidence change management in a Logistics Function. Previous supervisory experience desired. Experience with proper handling of static sensitive material preferred. Experience with MRP systems and SAP preferred.

EDUCATION:

Level 4 Diploma in logistics Management preferred or willingness to obtain such qualification. APICS CPIM Certification Preferred. Six-Sigma Green Belt certification desired

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