Yard and Logistics Manager

• Oversee material handling, galvanising controls, dispatch, and storage to ensure on time, in full deliveries
• Ensure yard activities are efficiently planned and executed, in line with the Production Priority Sheet
• Identify and implement lean methods and innovations to continuously improve yard operations and delivery performance
• Ensure all yard operations comply with health and safety standards, maintaining a safe working environment
• Lead by example and take a proactive approach to continually improving health and safety performance
• Ensure resource is planned to meet current and future demand, including recruitment when required
• Supervise, manage, and motivate the yard team to meet production and safety targets.
• Manage yard expansion efforts, ensuring efficient storage and movement of stock to accommodate site growth while proactively identifying and mitigating potential risks
• Support MRP/ERP implementation and contribute to the integration of the Yard Operations into StruMIS
• Create longer term plans for optimised use of storage capacity ensuring any constraints are identified and mitigated

If you are a driven and experienced Yard and Logistics Manager looking to make a significant impact in a dynamic and growing company, we would love to hear from you!

We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Yard and Logistics Manager to join our dynamic team. You will play a pivotal role in overseeing the efficient operations of the yard, including material handling, inventory flow, and timely delivery of goods. You will manage and lead the yard team, ensuring productivity, safety, and adherence to processes. You will work closely with the Manufacturing Manager to ensure alignment on operational priorities and yard requirements.

• Proven experience in a yard management or logistics role, ideally within a manufacturing or engineering environment.
• Strong knowledge of material handling, kitting, bundling, and inventory management.
• Familiarity with quality control processes and adherence to safety standards in a busy yard environment.
• Experience with MRP/ERP systems and an understanding of lean manufacturing principles.
• Strong leadership and team management skills, with the ability to motivate and inspire others.