Project Logistics Lead - Hersham, United Kingdom - March Recruitment

March Recruitment

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Hersham, United Kingdom

2 weeks ago

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Description

Project Logistics Lead
Location - Hersham
Salary -£55,000-£65,000 PA
Duration months with potential to go temp to perm
Hours

Full time office based

Summary of a Project Logistics Lead

In this role you will be responsible for the successful execution of Project Logistics strategies on new plant asset projects in Europe, Africa, the Middle East.

Responsibilities of a Project Logistics Lead

Interface with a variety of functions including operations, engineering, legal, and business management to achieve goals
Effectively utilize Logistics Material Control system
Effectively utilize eSourcing tools to launch inquiries and receive supplier quotations/proposals
Develop efficient bid tabulations and lead sourcing reviews with a cross functional team
Manage Shipping estimates and development of cost forecasts
Create and manage the logistics proposals
Support in Global audits of the Logistics teams
Identify, develop and manage suppliers; understand safety, commercial and capacity risks
Understand the logistics markets and the industries in which we do business
Monitor, communicate, and respond to changing market conditions and business drivers to maximize leverage and minimize risk
Lead crossfunctional teams involved in supplier discovery and optimizing logistics spend
Work closely with supported businesses and functional organisations to ensure stability and cost effectiveness of supply
Bring innovative supplier solutions to maximize value proposition for individual projects and or across the supply chain
Effectively participate in Continuous Improvement activities
Assist in managing supplier performance and maintain interface within supplier's organisation
Manage budgets and achieve targeted savings, develop and manage key supplier relationships to ensure alignment with business strategies

Key competencies of a Project Logistics Lead

Minimum of 10 years of industrial experience, involving international transport, trade and project logistics / project management experience.
Experience with SAP is advantageous
Flexible working and short notice travel ability
Strong organizational, team and time management skills
Working understanding of Microsoft suite of programs (Excel, Word, Powerpoint, etc.)
Good analytical and problemsolving skills
Demonstrated ability to effectively communicate (written and verbal) technical and nontechnical information
Strong desire to work in a fastpaced, global environment

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