Logistics Engineer

6 month contract potential for extension

Wembley Depot

£22.39 PAYE / £28.29 Umbrella

The Logistics Engineer is responsible for understanding the needs of the logistics business and transforming those specifics into clear and efficient solutions to support the logistics requirements.

The logistics engineer will also be able to identify gaps, map solutions and implement sustainable improvements to the existing logistics solutions for the sites in their region.

Principal Accountabilities

• To support the Supply Chain continuous improvement within offices & stores and that they are compliant with colour codes, signage and standards set by the department
• To validate Lineside Locations in terms of storage location usage, validation of correlating SAP with storage mediums, mobilisation/demobilisation, repairs and new design installations.
• To view bill of materials/warehouse/store stocks and assess storage mediums, warehouse/location capacities, design solutions to fit requirements and deliver projects.
• Be responsible for forecasting resource, costs, MHE requirements and deliverables to make the project a success
• To create and develop project plans that deliver objectives, timelines, milestones and achievements to be presentable to management at any given moment in time.
• Be able to communicate with all players within the remit and assign project actions, costs and updates.
• Deliver timescales of completion/start-ups and have monitors in place to ensure failures are captured and identified in order to rectify.
• Be able to show a timeline of the project to be implemented

Skills & Attributes

• Proven management skills with the ability to optimise team performance and development
• Customer focused
• Proven analytical, problem solving and organisational skills
• Strong planning skills with the ability to manage multiple projects through to completion
• Relevant business/commercial degree is preferred, HND, BTec Professional Level 5 award or equivalent.
• A good understanding of Material handling equipment (vehicles, plant, storage mediums, automated storage systems, technology and Safety Systems)
• Must have good management knowledge and has experience in managing People from recruitment, EHS, training, planning, controlling, motivating, team building and coordinating staff.
• Would be desirable if the Logistics Engineer has managed Kaizen 2p, waste, VSM, 5's, quality standards and has sound EHS knowledge Prior experience of working within a supply chain, logistics, transportation, and warehouse/store environment with a comprehensive knowledge of logistics process and procedures with at least 3 years' experience in a warehouse/materials management
• Preferable to have good import/export knowledge, customs regulations, and security protocols
• Strong knowledge of IT systems including Microsoft applications, SAP and various online portals
• Full clean driving licence
• Excellent time management and interpersonal skills

RBoniface

Since 1978, Rullion has been securing exceptional candidates for a range of clients; from large well-known brands, to SMEs and start-ups. As a family-owned business, Rullion's approach is credible and honest, focused on building long-lasting relationships with both clients and candidates.

Rullion is a forward-thinking recruitment company that specialises in providing a wide range of talent consultancy services to a diverse client base; from small start-ups to large household names.

Rullion celebrates and supports diversity and is committed to ensuring equal opportunities for both employees and applicants.