Manager - Logistics & Material Planning

Héroux-Devtek Inc.; Nottingham; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading aerospace components manufacturer in Nottingham is seeking a Manager for Logistics & Material Planning. The role involves ensuring compliance with safety regulations, developing a flexible team, and managing logistics operations. Ideal candidates are customer-focused with strong communication and ERP knowledge, capable of handling challenges while motivating others. Competitive salaries, a supportive environment, and opportunities for growth are offered.

Benefits

Competitive salaries tied to performance

Standard 38.5-hour week, Annual leave 25 days + bank holidays

Generous group pension plan

Life Assurance 3 x salary

Company funded medical benefits from day one

Access to retail and gym discounts

Loyalty bonuses

Supportive environment for growth

Team building social events

Qualifications

• Good communicator with ability to persuade and inform colleagues.
• Resilient with the ability to cope with unplanned demands.
• Strong team-working skills with the ability to motivate others.

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with Health and Safety rules.
• Develop a flexible, trained team for fluctuating workloads.
• Manage audits and compliance with internal processes.
• Maintain the accuracy of IT systems and data.
• Manage special transport costs and sourcing for the shopfloor.

Skills

Customer focus

Communication skills

ERP knowledge

Delegation skills

Knowledge of import/export requirements

Resilience

Team-working skills

Attention to detail

Adherence to policies

Job description

Overview

Manager - Logistics & Material Planning role at Héroux-Devtek

Héroux-Devtek, the world’s 3rd largest producer of landing gear, serves the civil and military aerospace markets from production facilities in North America, Europe and United Kingdom. The Company’s longevity, flexibility, and track record for the development and implementation of innovative production systems have distinguished it as a leader in the domain. With its most recent acquisitions, Héroux-Devtek is bolstering its status as one of the foremost landing gear, actuation and hydraulic system designers and manufacturers in the global aerospace industry.

Nottingham landing gear operations span a 48,000 sq. ft. facility dedicated to the manufacture of small to medium landing gear components. The site is recognised as the UK Technical Centre of Excellence and specialises in precision machining of aluminium, titanium, and hardened steels, equipped with advanced technologies to drive ongoing business growth and operational excellence.

Responsibilities

• Ensure all Health and Safety rules and regulations are followed, and all direct reports are aware and updated as appropriate and in line with H&SE Management.
• Develop a flexible, appropriately trained team able to respond to fluctuating workload demands, including staff appraisals and associated staff development, fostering a culture of continuous improvement.
• Develop and maintain appropriate sections of the Quality Manual and ensure compliance to all processes and procedures; ensure staff are trained in procedures, standard operations, and work instructions. Manage audits (internal and external) as required.
• Manage the retention, update and control of all departmental documentation ensuring compliance with internal and external requirements.
• Work in partnership with the Operations Team and other departments to ensure objectives and goals are consistently met.
• Maintain the accuracy of IT systems to provide accurate data via the ERP (e.g., LN, Preactor, QuickView).
• Responsible for the MPS review and workload capacity analyses.
• Manage special transport costs ensuring budget and service targets are met.
• Responsible for sourcing, supply and purchasing for the shopfloor.
• Responsible for goods-in and despatch Department.
• Ensure the Program Management (customer facing, LOB, quote, CCW, contract review, order book management) for direct customers in liaison with Runcorn Program Management’s team.
• Respond to queries from internal and external suppliers regarding goods receiving and supplier invoicing, taking action to resolve issues as they occur.
• Actively contribute to development of control processes to ensure short-, medium- and long-term visibility and management of issues in Production.
• Support supplier invoice queries as appropriate.
• Support and contribute to any improvement activities.
• Contribute to the development of effective KPI's and publish.
• Contribute as appropriate to the Material Review Board.

Requirements

• Customer focussed with a drive to complete tasks and keep all stakeholders informed.
• Good communicator with ability to persuade and inform colleagues both verbally and in writing.
• Excellent comprehension of ERP and scheduling plan from order entry to delivery.
• Excellent delegator with the ability to utilise the skills and knowledge of the team to achieve goals.
• Good knowledge/experience of import/export requirements.
• Resilient with the ability to cope with unplanned demands and prioritise workload in line with changing demands.
• Strong team-working skills with the ability to motivate others to contribute and complete tasks on time.
• Good attention to detail with a methodical approach to tasks to ensure compliance.
• Ability to adhere to company policies and procedures and escalate where appropriate.

What we Offer

• Competitive salaries tied to performance, reviewed annually.
• Standard 38.5-hour week, Annual leave 25 days + bank holidays
• Generous group pension plan with up to 7.5% employer contribution
• Life Assurance 3 x salary
• Company funded medical benefits package from day one
• Access to retail and gym discounts
• Loyalty bonuses
• Supportive environment where you can learn and grow
• A culture where diversity is valued, empowering individuals to contribute positively to the organization's success.
• Team building social events

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Management and Manufacturing
• Industries
• Aviation and Aerospace Component Manufacturing

Equal Opportunity to Employees: We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, or disability status. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any of these characteristics. User privacy is paramount, we are committed to safeguarding your personal data in compliance with GDPR regulations