Logistics Support Manager

Job description

In the UK, Safran Seats specialises solely in the First Class and Business Class seating markets for wide body aircraft, with industrial and engineering teams in Cwmbran and Newport, Wales and Brackley, England.

The purpose of this role is to effectively manage a logistics team on a daily basis
Act as a focal point and assume responsibility for supply chain related issues as well as ensuring adherence to all HSE requirements and procedures
Encourage and participate in continuous improvement activities in the function

Key Responsibilities will include:
Be the lead, mentor and developer within the team.
Ensure proactive management of workload per shift, per work stream to meet KPI's.
Driving duties if required to support all aims.
Lead problem solving initiatives through implementation.
Build on current 5S standards and develop through tiers.
To ensure continuous improvement activities are conducted, reviewed and evaluated in area of responsibility with the team.
Liaise with the Logistics Manager in the coordination with 3rd party transport and packaging providers based on business requirements to ensure timely fulfilment of customer needs
Accurately plan daily tasks to ensure sufficient resource allocation to meet internal and external customer demand.
Implement best practice and maintain the highest house-keeping standard.
Maintain a safe environment for yourself and colleagues in accordance with the Company's Health & Safety Policy
On site delegate when the Logistics Manager is not available.
Undertake other duties and tasks as may be reasonably requested by your manager from time to time.

What We'll Offer
As a valued member of our team, these are just a few of the benefits you'll receive:
*33 days holiday (including bank holidays)
*Private medical cover (to include Digital GP and rapid access Physio with no excess) with ability to upgrade level of benefit and cover family members.
*Access to salary sacrifice benefits scheme including cycle to work and Octopus EV Scheme
*4 x Life Assurance
*Up to 10% Annual Bonus
*Interactive benefits platform including wide range of discretionary benefits including technology, retail benefits, income protection.
*Enhanced family friendly policies and benefits (enhanced maternity and paternity leave) and employee assistance programme
*Annual share save schemes.
*Option for hybrid and flexible working arrangements
*Opportunities for career advancement and personal growth. Benefit from support through Safran University and our internal Training and Development Schools
*Get involved in our corporate social responsibility activities from sustainability initiatives, charity and fundraising, volunteering days, or supporting STEM activities at local schools and colleges nurturing the next generation of talent
Please apply and submit your CV today! Once your CV has been reviewed, we will contact you with the next stages.

This role is subject to pre-employment checks, including but not limited to criminal record checks. While having unspent convictions may not necessarily prevent you from being employed, you are required to disclose any unspent convictions during the recruitment process. Only candidates who successfully pass these checks will be considered for employment.

We're committed to building a strong, diverse workforce and making Safran Seats an inclusive place to work.

Desired profile

Candidate skills:
Working knowledge in key warehouse processes.
Previous experience of team leadership & people related activities
Exposure and / or experience in the development of teams
Experience of operating material movement and data gathering within an ERP database
Confident communicator with ability to communicate both verbally and written to own team and leadership
Root Cause Analysis
Valid UK Driving License

About SAFRAN

Safran is an international high-technology group, operating in the aviation (propulsion, equipment and interiors), defense and space markets. Its core purpose is to contribute to a safer, more sustainable world, where air transport is more environmentally friendly, comfortable and accessible. Safran has a global presence, with 100,000 employees and sales of 27.3 billion euros in 2024, and holds, alone or in partnership, world or regional leadership positions in its core markets.
Safran is in the 2nd place in the aerospace and defense industry in TIME magazine's "World's best companies 2024" ranking.

Safran Seats is one of the world's leading manufacturers of aircraft seats, for both crew and passengers. 1 million Safran Seats-manufactured aircraft seats are currently in service with air fleets around the world.