Head of Logistics and Warehousing - Sheffield, United Kingdom - ITM Power PLC

ITM Power PLC

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Sheffield, United Kingdom

2 weeks ago

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Head of Logistics and Warehousing

ITM Power

Location:
Sheffield

Direct Applications Only - No Agency Applicants at this time

About ITM Power

Building on more than two decades of science led research and development, ITM Power designs and manufactures pioneering PEM electrolysers that produce green hydrogen.

Our technology is helping to pave the way to a cleaner economy by enabling industry and other sectors to decarbonise.

As the first hydrogen related company to be listed on the London Stock Exchange, it's no exaggeration to say that we're globally recognised experts in our field.

In recent years, interest in green hydrogen has increased rapidly worldwide. To help meet demand and accelerate global progress towards net-zero, we have scaled up at speed.

In 2021, we opened our cutting-edge factory at Bessemer Park, Sheffield, representing a step-change in our ambition as a business.

Why join us

Our business is entering a significant period of transition, a pivotal stage of its development to scale its business while advancing its organisational culture towards a highly focused delivery company.

You will be working with an inspiring bunch of people, who all share our desire, commitment and ambition to succeed.

Our talented team of individuals display energy and enthusiasm with the ability to adapt to ever evolving business needs, encouraging each other to be the best we can.

We've come a long way, join us to play a key role in the next step of our incredible journey

What are we looking for
We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Head of Logistics and Warehousing.

This role will lead the end-to-end production planning, logistics management and material control processes to ensure the smooth running of both the warehouse and planning teams which in turn supports various other functions within the business.

To ensure as a business, we have the capability to manage all our logistics requirements by putting in place fit for purpose solutions.

The role will be responsible for leading a team of individuals to ensure the efficient flow of stock and product throughout our supply chain to minimise cost and wastage and deliver in line with customer requirements.

You will be well versed in stock management systems and reporting, and the role will ensure our storage and logistics operations are fit for purpose and able to flex with the growing needs of the business.

You will specifically manage:

Goods in and Materials Control
Planning and Scheduling
Logistics internal movements and external shipping

This position will suit a solution focused self-starter, able to work collaboratively with key departments across the business with sound knowledge of lean methodologies.

We've taken steps to create sound operating practices in the areas mentioned but we still have significant steps to take to ensure our warehousing and logistics operations support customer focused service delivery.

Responsibilities

To lead the teams responsible for Production planning, Warehouse management and Stock Movement
To scope, plan, implement and further build on business processes and team requirements in order to deliver in line with business requirements
Champion all things Safety, Quality, Delivery, Cost and People within the teams
To monitor stock inventory levels and accuracy to optimise warehousing space to minimise stockouts, excessive inventory and holding costs
To create, modify and improve processes and procedures within your areas for planning and material control to cover end to end material management
To work with the VP Operations to agree KPI's and deliverables to measure and track logistics performance, identify areas for improvement and to drive Continuous Improvement requirements
Monitor, support, and develop your teams agreeing key work schedules and objectives
To take accountability for financial stock counts and report on their completion/variances and create resolution plans where needed
To manage the department's workload and report on progress and risks along with mitigation plans
To create and deliver strategic plans, optimising logistics operations and delivering efficiencies in line with business needs
To oversee inbound stock management operations and to facilitate the transportation of goods between our locations and customer sites, across Europe and Internationally some of these processes will require set up activities
Working with and through the Procurement to establish relationships and commercial service level agreements with third party logistics providers and manages those relationships on an ongoing basis
Accountable for the effective running of the SIOP (Sales, Inventory, and Operational Planning) activity within ITM
To lead on the implementation of warehousing management systems and improvement processes
To ensure compliance with regulatory requirements, safety standards and quality control procedures