Logistics Supervisor Littlehampton, England
Job description
This position will coordinate and manage the Receiving, Material Handling, and Shipping Departments of the Global Service as directed by the GSO Manager. 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.
- Inventory Management
- 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.
SKILLS
1. Ability to present ideas in a clear and persuasive manner, both orally and in writing.
2. Capability to respond quickly, decisively, assertively, and professionally to changing requirements in demand, product description, and material demand.
3. Ability to manage and lead a staff of 10-15 Material Handlers and Shipping Clerks.
4. Ability to organize, schedule, coordinate, and negotiate effectively and to set priorities in a manner which ensures maximum performance and goal accomplishment.
5. Good understanding of SAP and the ability to apply logistics processes.
6. Strong theoretical and practical knowledge of demand-based manufacturing systems.
7. Good PC skills, including Excel, Word, MS Standard Office.
8. Strong organizational skills.
9. Ability to work on several projects simultaneously.
10. Ability to motivate others in a team environment.
11. Ability and willingness to engage and effectively resolve conflict situations and employee disciplinary issues
12. Ability to collaborate and involve others in decision-making and problem-solving
EXPERIENCE
Essential:
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
Desirable:
Previous supervisory experience desired
Experience with proper handling of static sensitive material preferred.
Experience with MRP systems and SAP preferred
QUALIFICATIONS
Desirable:
Level 4 Diploma in logistics Management preferred or willingness to obtain such qualification.
APICS CPIM Certification Preferred.
Six-Sigma Green Belt certification desired
