Internal Logistics Supervisor
This is a hands-on supervisory role where you'll work closely with logistics, planning, suppliers, and production teams to ensure materials are delivered safely, efficiently, and on time, enabling uninterrupted manufacturing operations.
Key Responsibilities
* Lead the Materials Handling team to achieve targets relating to efficiency, quality, safety, and cost.
* Coordinate daily logistics and transportation activities.
* Liaise with suppliers and internal stakeholders to ensure the timely delivery of materials.
* Track deliveries and resolve any delivery-related issues.
* Work closely with the Planning and Logistics teams to develop effective internal logistics solutions, including goods receiving, kitting, issuing, and line-side delivery, ensuring manufacturing areas experience zero material shortages.
* Ensure the ERP system accurately reflects all transformer movements and locations.
* Liaise with the Logistics team to manage the safe movement and availability of transformers through effective planning.
* Monitor Overall Operative Effectiveness (OOE), efficiency, and team performance, driving continuous improvement initiatives.
* Promote a right-first-time culture while maintaining a safe and organised working environment.
* Support, mentor, and develop the Material Controllers to maximise team performance.
Skills, Knowledge & Experience
The successful candidate will have:
* Previous experience in logistics, warehouse operations, or supply chain management.
* Strong organisational and time management skills.
* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
* Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.
* High levels of IT and data management competency, including experience with ERP and planning/management systems.
* The ability to work effectively in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
* Excellent attention to detail and strong problem-solving skills.
* Strong planning and organisational abilities.
* A customer-focused approach with the ability to deliver efficient, practical solutions.
* Proven leadership skills with the ability to motivate, support, and manage teams within a fast-moving, project-driven manufacturing environment.
* Experience in building, developing, and leading high-performing teams.
* A good understanding of internal logistics processes and continuous improvement methodologies.
Salary & Benefits
* Competitive salary, negotiable depending on experience.
* 25 days annual leave plus 8 bank holidays.
* Company Profit Share Scheme.
* Healthcare & Wellbeing Scheme.
* Employee Assistance Programme.
* Company pension scheme.
* Electric Vehicle Salary Sacrifice Scheme and on-site EV charging.
* Free on-site parking