Logistics Planner Grade D

Job description

Logistics Planner

We currently have a vacancy for a Logistics Planner at our site in Warton.

As a Logistics Planner, you will be responsible for co-ordinating and managing the shipping and receipt of units and parts between BAE Systems, its suppliers and team mates.

This role will provide you with the opportunity to work in a fast paced challenging environment and you will get to see the end to end product cycle.

Your main responsibilities as a Logistics Planner will involve:

Maintaining and operating of the balanced workload plan

Progressing scheduled customer requirements

Supporting the resolution of problems affecting the ability of operations to work to the workload plan

Communication with appropriate stakeholders of information effecting the successful progression of logistics and operations activities

Contributing to the daily / weekly start up meeting sessions with logistics team members and other supply chain stakeholders

Supporting the reviewing of business performance metrics and the timely implementation of any actions resulting from the reviews

Supporting any activity surrounding company health, safety and environment plans and take due responsibility for yourself and colleagues operating in your area

Supporting and implementing the developing principles of operational excellence within your area (for example flow and pull, lean logistics etc.

Your skills and qualifications as a Logistics Planner :

Experience in logistics and/or supply chain procedures and processes

Previous experience of export and import activities for shipment and receipt of assets both in Europe and rest of the world

Previous experience of using MRP / ERP Systems

Proficient use of MS software such as outlook and excel

Experience of being an operational logistics planner

Knowledge of ITAR would be beneficial

What we're looking for in you:

You will have the ability to contribute to problem solving activities for the development of short and long term solutions to day to day problems. You will possess good communication skills with the ability to engage and communicate with other logistics team members and when necessary other stakeholders across the end to end supply chain.

Salary: £29,728

Location: Warton

BAE Systems

BAE Systems is one of the world's leading global defence, security and aerospace companies. We work at the cutting edge of technology, creating more than 100 new inventions every year for customers in over 100 countries.

Military Air & Information

The Military Air & Information (MAI) business has been structured to create a focused business, designed to meet the current and future requirements of our customers. The MAI business 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.

MAI 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. MAI recognises training as a key enabler to deliver military capability, bringing together experience in the analysis, design, build and delivery of training solutions to military customers around the world. This is a powerful combination.

Working as an integral part of the team delivering information superiority and effective air power, our aim is to give real advantage to our customers worldwide. Trusted to deliver - always.

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.

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