At Bellway we recognise that people are the key to our success, and our goal is to provide a rewarding and fulfilling career in line with our values of quality, service and trust. In addition to this we are committed to being a more inclusive employer and invite applications from a variety of backgrounds.

Our Bellway Home Space Division are looking for a Logistics Manager to oversee all logistics functions, including goods inwards, inventory control, and dispatch management.

The Role

The role involves ensuring the timely and accurate dispatch of products to customers, as well as maintaining precise records of raw materials and finished stock inventory. Responsibilities also include managing material plant layout, collaborating with the supply chain to control inventory levels and space, and supervising the logistics team to manage their daily tasks effectively.

The processing environment will operate under a planned preventative maintenance system. The position follows a rotating 3-shift pattern, 5 days a week, with the possibility of weekend overtime when needed.

The Logistics Manager will report to the Manufacturing Director.

Principal accountabilities of the role include:

Management

• Supervise and lead personnel in the logistics/despatch department
• Conduct internal logistic audits to ensure procedures are appropriate, adhered to, and co-ordinate necessary corrective actions
• Monitor and record key operational measures related to logistic performance
• Arrange regular inventory checks
• To assist in the assessment and recruitment of FLT Team Members and developing them into a cohesive unit
• To co-ordinate personnel involvement in proactive improvements
• Maintain housekeeping in despatch and goods receipt areas
• Oversee housekeeping and organisation of the despatch yard
• Manage stillage and container quantities and movement
• Work safely, ensuring the safety of all employees and yourself, in compliance with current legislation and Group Health & Safety procedures
• Ensure timely control of vehicles for customer loading to minimise disruptions

Inbound Logistics

• Ensure accurate data entry and upkeep of the Logistic Management System using MRP software
• Supervise delivery traffic management across the site
• Ensure products are unloaded and stored in accordance with health & safety procedures and site layout
• Verify all products received are aligned with the goods-inwards procedures
• Review incoming material daily with the supply chain department

Despatch

• Coordinate despatch activities to ensure all products are despatched in line with the delivery plan
• To ensure that all deliveries meet 100% customer fulfilment requirements
• To ensure all delivery paperwork is complete and accessible
• Conduct daily audits to ensure compliance

Database Control

• Review and assistance with database performance daily
• Manage material Control via the MRP system
• Arrange necessary transport

Environmental, Health and Safety

• To carry out work safely in accordance with the EHS procedures manual and the EHS responsibilities matrix
• Fulfil specific EHS responsibilities outlined for the Logistics Team Leader as in the EHS procedures manual
• Keep FLT records up to date and manage FLT movements safely
• Monitor and control waste disposal to ensure segregation is respected and removal of skips is monitored and recorded

Measurables

• Maintain and manage staffing metrics
• Update training matrices
• Achieve targeted delivery performance in line with company targets
• Ensure timely booking of bought-in materials, ideally the same day
• Provide exception reporting with sufficient notice for recovery if needed

The above list of accountabilities are not exclusive or exhaustive. The post holder will be required to undertake any such duties as may be reasonably expected.

Experience, Qualifications and Skills

Experience

• Previous experience in a similar role.

Skills and Aptitude

• Have good communication skills with a methodical approach to teamwork
• Be able to demonstrate an aptitude to learn, be self-motivated and be capable of lending support and encouragement to team members
• Be organised to be able to cope with multiple tasks and priorities in a fast moving automotive-type environment and with a high commitment to quality standards
• Be computer literate and possess proven organisational skills

The Role and Working Conditions

• Willing to be flexible in respect to day-to-day duties and hours worked
• Plant base role with possible travel to site for quality and training purposes

In return we can offer you:

• Competitive salary
• Competitive annual bonus
• Contributory pension scheme
• 25 days holiday, plus bank holidays
• Access to discounts and benefits portal
• ShareSave Scheme
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Life assurance
• Holiday Purchase Scheme
• Earn and Learn Opportunities 

We reserve the right to close this vacancy if a large volume of applications are received.