Job Summary:
We are seeking a skilled and experienced Logistics Manager to join our team at Vertiv/E&I Engineering Ltd. This is an excellent opportunity for a highly motivated professional with a proven logistics management background to play a key role in optimizing our supply chain and ensuring the seamless movement of goods from point of origin to final destination.
About Us:
Vertiv/E&I Engineering is the largest electrical switchgear manufacturer in the UK & Ireland, pioneering unique in-house integrated power solutions tailored to each individual client project. We believe that our people are our best asset and have invested in a highly qualified and experienced team of Chartered Engineers to work in our manufacturing facilities across three continents. With over 30 years of experience in delivering high-quality integrated power solutions, we are experts in providing technical services, project management services, and unrivalled customer support for every client project.
Our Business:
Our LV Switchgear & Busbar divisions design and manufacture electrical distribution equipment for business-critical applications throughout Europe. As a result of continued growth, we are looking for a skilled and experienced Logistics Manager to join our team and contribute to the success of our operations.
Responsibilities:
* Safety Management: Ensure a safe place of work for all employees, contractors, and visitors engaged in any aspects of logistics activity.
* Logistics Operations: Manage and coordinate the activities of the logistics and shipping teams in Burnfoot, Campsie, and Letterkenny, ensuring the appropriate resources are in place to efficiently fulfill inbound and outbound obligations.
* Supply Chain Management: Ensure the timely availability of all packaging materials, including pallets, foil bags, stretch wrap, and other packaging consumables.
* Lifting Equipment and Transport: Ensure the timely and cost-effective provision of lifting equipment, transport, and manpower required to safely move and load products and materials to and from transport vehicles.
* Compliance: Ensure the smooth transfer of materials and products across the globe through knowledgeable compliance with national and international trade requirements.
* Documentation: Ensure all necessary documentation, electronic, and/or hard copy is completed, correct, up-to-date, and relevant to ensure efficient transfer across local, national, and international shipping routes.
* Regulatory Compliance: Ensure that the logistics function is kept informed and up to date with current national and international transport regulations, ensuring the integrity of corporate governance and compliance.
* Contract Management: Ensure that contracts or other agreements with transport companies or other logistics service providers are managed in an ethical and transparent way.
* Scrap Materials: Ensure that all transactions relating to scrap materials are managed in an appropriate way with a mind to the obligations of environmental, social, and governance (ESG) criteria.
* Efficiency and Cost Savings: Actively pursue efficiencies and cost-saving opportunities in the provision of logistics services to meet Vertiv business needs.
Requirements:
* Education: Bachelor's degree in logistics, supply chain management, business administration, or a related field.
* Experience: At least 5 years of logistics management experience, preferably within the manufacturing sector.
* Logistics Principles and Practices: Strong understanding of logistics principles, practices, and technologies, including transportation, warehousing, inventory management, and supply chain optimization.
* Leadership and Interpersonal Skills: Excellent leadership and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively communicate, collaborate, and build relationships at all levels of the organization.
* Data Analysis and Strategy Development: Demonstrated ability to analyze data, identify trends and opportunities, and develop and implement effective strategies and solutions.
* Organizational Skills: Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to prioritize and multitask in a fast-paced environment.
* Regulations and Standards: Knowledge of relevant regulations and standards governing logistics operations.
* Software Proficiency: Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite software and other relevant logistics software and systems.
Travel Requirements: 25%