Section Manager - Logistics

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What you will do

As a Logistics Section Manager, you will be responsible for guiding the logistics section to maximise efficiency, quality and cost whilst championing safely with values every day. The logistics department manages the flow of material from receipt to the manufacturing point of use.

What you will be accountable for driving:

• Monitor and improve the safety conditions and culture on the shop floor, eliminating any unsafe processes and behaviours and ensure adherence to safety procedures e.g., pre-inspection checks, traffic management, best practices etc.

• Organises priorities and sequences jobs; - Schedules and prioritizes constrained resources and adjusts staffing to meet flow and customer requirements.

• Implements section value stream improvements and teaches Lean methodology.

• Initiates and conducts process improvement dialogs with Team Leads and Team Members.

• Heads section status reporting and monitors, audits and improves section Key Performance Indicators (KPI’s) through continuous improvement.

• Drives BIQ processes and reduction in defects through Root Cause Corrective Action (RCCA) & Process Improvement Dialogues (PID)

• Responsible for training and development of staff, time keeping, estimating personnel needs, assigning work, meeting completion dates, and ensuring consistent application of organizational needs.

Candidates will have gained the following skills and experience through previous roles:

• Demonstrated Logistics operational management experience in a receiving, warehousing, or production environment.

• Previous experience and a thorough knowledge of Lean processes and tools.

• Good leadership, demonstrating attributes positively influencing business performance

• Excellent communication both written and verbal

• Interpersonal, teamwork and collaboration skills.

• Must be proficient with all Microsoft Office products at a basic level. Excel – creating spreadsheets, inputting/updating information, PowerPoint – creating presentations.

• Able to work with a diverse group of employees and customers, Caterpillar's workforce is as diverse as the customers we serve.

Top Candidates will also have:

• SAP experience highly desirable.

• Logistics planning experience desirable.

NB. The panel cannot make assumptions when shortlisting therefore please demonstrate your qualifications and experience on your CV relevant to the criteria outlined.

Pending the number of applications, the criteria for the position may be enhanced to facilitate shortlisting.

Flexible working arrangements will be considered for this role, in-line with the needs of the business.

About Caterpillar

Caterpillar Inc. is the world’s leading manufacturer of construction and mining equipment, off-highway diesel and natural gas engines, industrial gas turbines and diesel-electric locomotives. For nearly 100 years, we’ve been helping customers build a better, more sustainable world and are committed and contributing to a reduced-carbon future. Our innovative products and services, backed by our global dealer network, provide exceptional value that helps customers succeed.

Your Impact Shapes the World at Caterpillar Inc.

When you join Caterpillar, you're joining a global team who cares not just about the work we do – but also about each other. We are the makers, problem solvers and future world builders who are creating stronger, more sustainable communities. We don't just talk about progress and innovation here – we make it happen, with our customers, where we work and live. Together, we are building a better world, so we can all enjoy living in it.

Job Title: Section Manager (Logistics)

Salary: £37,300 - £45,000 depending on experience

Contract: Permanent

Benefits: 27 days annual leave + bank holidays, 10% Bonus, Flexible Buy in Benefits such as Private Medical, Healthcare, Vision & Dental schemes, Green Car Scheme and more, Share Scheme (50% Company Matched), Contributory Pension Scheme (Contribution double by Company up to 10%), Caterpillar Advantage website

Location: Desford, Leicestershire

Hours: Full Time – 37.50

Travel: Not required

Relocation/Sponsorship: Not supported with this role

Closing Date: 1 June

Job Reference: R0000202805

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