Logistics Planner

Job description

Logistics Planner

A challenging and exciting opportunity has arisen, as a Logistics Planner at RAF Coningsby.

The Industry Handover Point (IHP) is an essential part of the TyTAN enterprise, responsible for the management and movement of repairable assets to, and from, the off base repair agents.

This role will be responsible for the day to day operation of the repair asset management, ensuring unserviceable Typhoon assets are despatched in a timely manner to the associated repair agents.

This role may involve working late shifts.

Your main responsibilities as Logistics Planner will involve :

Generate the required paperwork to despatch unserviceable Typhoon assets to the relevant repair facility for overhaul or upgrade.

Updating specific databases with export control information to ensure compliance with export control regulations.

Packing and preparing hi-value items correctly to ensure there is no damage during transportation.

Loading and unloading of delivery vehicles, ensuring safety for both assets and team members.

Handling both Cryptographic and security classified equipment ensuring all relevant paperwork is completed correctly.

Driving of company vehicles around the on-base environment.

Liaise with all relevant support agencies as required.

Assist the IHP Supervisor during times of surge activity.

Your skills and qualifications:

Essential:

Logistics experience

A clean driving licence

Excellent problem solving skills

A basic knowledge of MoD and BAE Systems Inventory / Supply Chain Management techniques and principles

Experienced user of Microsoft Office suite

An awareness of Export Control and International Traffic in Arms Regulations

Desirable:

Goods inwards and outwards– experience

Awareness of (MJDI) Multiple Joint Deployed Inventory system

Awareness of (ADP) Automated Data Processing

What we're looking for in you:

You will be a highly motivated individual who will integrate effectively into an established team in a dynamic working environment. You will be expected to demonstrate the appropriate behaviours and flexibility necessary to deliver service requirements in a demanding environment. You will have the ability to influence both internal and external Customers and Suppliers. You will be an excellent communicator, and have the ability to challenge back when necessary.

Location : RAF Coningsby

Salary: Competitive

Benefits : Our employees receive an excellent benefits package which includes a competitive pension scheme, enhanced annual leave allowance and a Company contributed Share Incentive Plan. We also offer a range of additional benefits such as flexible working, an employee assistance programme, Cycle2work and many local and national employee discounts. Some employees may also be eligible for an annual incentive.

BAE Systems Air

BAE Systems Air brings together the company's international capabilities and expertise to respond to customers' current and future requirements, and compete for international export and collaborative opportunities. In the UK, BAE Systems Air has an unrivalled track record and expertise in the development, delivery and support of military air platforms, components and technologies through Typhoon, F-35 Lightning II, Tornado and Hawk.

BAE Systems Air has the capability to provide customers with information superiority through the delivery of actionable intelligence and information, together with the provision of innovative information systems and services. Training is a key enabler to delivering military capability, and at BAE Systems we bring together our expertise in the analysis, design, build and delivery of training solutions into a powerful combination for our military customers around the world.

Working as an integral part of the team delivering information superiority and effective air power, our aim is to provide our customers with the capabilities and intelligence that really matters.

BAE Systems is an equal opportunities employer. We value diversity and welcome applications from candidates from all backgrounds. We particularly welcome applications from sections of the community which are currently under-represented at BAE Systems, including women, BAME and applicants with disabilities. Please note we will not use any personal information relating to your background at any stage of the application process.

Please be aware that many roles working for BAE Systems will be subject to both security and export control restrictions. These restrictions mean that factors including your nationality, any previous nationalities you have held, and/or your place of birth may limit those roles that you can perform for the organisation .