Details:
- Salary: £35,000 - 41,750 - Annum
- Job Type: Permanent
- Job Status: Full-Time
- Salary Per: Annum
- Location: BD12 Oakenshaw Kirklees
- Date: 2 days ago
Description:
Are you an experienced logistics professional ready to take ownership of stores and dispatch organisation within a fast-paced manufacturing environment? We're looking for a Senior Logistics Controller/Team Leader to lead internal logistics, stores and materials management, supporting production teams to work safely, efficiently and to the highest standard.
The Company
One of the leading independent engineering and services businesses in the UK, our client was founded over a century ago, and has now grown into a £500 million turnover business with around 3,000 employees, and has built a strong reputation for developing great people through genuine investment in training. Working across a variety of sectors within the building and infrastructure industry, their innovative, responsible and forward-thinking approach means their people get to work on fantastic, ground-breaking projects using the latest tools and technologies available - and progression is something they take seriously, with a clearly defined development path for everyone who joins.
The role
As Senior Logistics Controller/Team Leader, you'll take ownership of logistics, making sure manufacturing operations are backed by clear, efficient stores and materials handling processes from tender stage right through to project completion. You'll work closely with production, engineering and the wider supply chain to keep materials moving, reduce waste and drive productivity across the facility.
What you'll be doing
* Developing and maintaining logistics strategies across the project lifecycle, from tender through to delivery
* Managing stores and warehouse operations, keeping stock levels accurate and material flow optimised
* Coordinating inbound deliveries and outbound dispatch, supporting a just-in-time (JIT) supply model
* Reducing missing Goods Received Notes and improving OTIF (On Time, In Full) performance
* Leading, motivating and developing the logistics team, setting clear expectations and supporting their performance
* Acting as a visible champion for health and safety across all logistics activity
* Building strong working relationships with production managers, procurement and supply chain colleagues, and supporting tender teams with logistics planning
What we're looking for
* Experience in a logistics, stores, warehouse or materials management role within a manufacturing, engineering or construction environment
* Experience using stock control or inventory management systems
* A track record of coordinating deliveries, dispatch and inventory activities
* A Level 2 or 3 qualification in Supply Chain, Logistics, Warehousing or Business Operations
* IOSH Managing Safely, or an equivalent health and safety qualification
What's on offer
* Salary of £35,000 - £41,000, depending on experience
* Enhanced company pension scheme
* Genuine investment in your professional development, with a clearly defined progression path
* Free onsite parking
* Wellbeing and volunteering days
* The opportunity to join a successful and growing business with a strong reputation in its sector
If you're ready to take the next step in your logistics career and want to be part of a business that genuinely invests in its people, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply online or contact Jess at Cubed Talent for more details