- Job Reference: 40604
- Salary: Competitive
- Discipline: Supply Chains & Logistics
- Location: Sunderland
- Contract: Permanent
- Skills: Logsitics supervisor
Job Title: Logistics Supervisor
Location: Sunderland
Salary: Negotiable
The company:
Innovation and excellence drive our commitment to deliver top-notch automotive solutions. As a Logistics Supervisor, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring the highest standards of within the operations of the company, utilizing your expertise to implement and maintain processes, conduct thorough assessments, and collaborate cross-functionally to uphold our commitment to exceptional standards. If you're passionate about automotive engineering, possess a keen eye for detail, and thrive in a collaborative, fast-paced environment, we encourage you to apply and be a part of our journey to shaping the future of automotive excellence.
Job Description:
As a Logistics Supervisor, you will be accountable for the following:
- Management of direct reports, including recruitment, performance management, reward, recognition, training, and development.
- Allocation and prioritization of resources to achieve operational goals and objectives, ensuring internal/external customer satisfaction.
- Coordination and oversight of daily operations and workflow.
- Ensuring On Time and In Full (OTIF) delivery to internal and external customers.
- Effecting changes to production schedules to meet deadlines.
- Prompt communication of operational changes/concerns to relevant departments (e.g., material shortages, defective/damaged parts).
- Prioritization and closure of routine activities such as ZIP audits, training compliance, layered audits, skill development, and housekeeping audits.
- Achievement of KPIs including Driver safety standards, Transport, Delivery, and Stock movement.
- Utilization of SAP MRP and systems for accurate stock control and material flow management.
- Compilation and reporting of management information (e.g., stock levels, customer deliveries).
- Identification and intervention on issues affecting operations, escalating as per the escalation procedure.
- Promotion of collaborative and cross-functional working.
- Adherence to quality standards and requirements, including all QMS related items, for self and direct reports.
- Adherence to all legal and safety requirements, including Driver safety standards, for self and direct reports.
Skills & Experience:
- Relevant experience in a similar role.
Why Should You Apply?
- The chance to grow within a well established business.

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