Overview
As a Logistics Planning & Design Manager (Supply Chain Planning Manager) you will develop, implement, and support processes to ensure a plan for every part and maintain appropriate and timely stock levels of materials, components, and equipment. Your role will support the manufacturing and delivery of products across one or more large facilities.
Responsibilities
* Oversee team efforts to achieve supply chain performance targets, focusing on inventory control, inventory flow, and improved order‑to‑delivery results.
* Coordinate and manage projects such as warehouse storage design, space utilisation, kitting, and lean methodology.
* Support daily logistical operational requirements and determine appropriate equipment and staffing levels for material movement.
* Develop and manage the department budget and capital expenditure.
* Utilise analytical tools to develop logistics metrics, improve efficiency, and monitor performance.
* Develop operating strategies, plans, and procedures, and conduct studies to identify cost reduction or process improvement opportunities.
* Prepare and manage logistics plans, negotiate contracts, and consult on major logistics processes and operational requirements.
What You Can Demonstrate
* Planning – Tactical, Strategic: Develops, refines, and communicates tactical plans linked to the overall strategic and business plan, and manages resource allocation aligned with unit goals.
* Analytical Thinking: Seeks discrepancies in information, identifies causes, breaks down complex problems, quantifies costs and benefits, and selects appropriate analytical tools.
* Effective Communications: Provides feedback and coaching on writing and presentations, adapts them for the intended audience, and communicates persuasively at all levels.
* Logistics Management: Manages logistics processes through improvement, prioritisation, and project planning, implements systems to monitor shipment status, and participates in contract negotiations.
What You May Have
* Knowledge of SAP implementation and management.
* AutoCAD and other logistical software.
* PRINCE2 or similar qualification.
Benefits
* 27 days annual leave + bank holidays.
* 12% bonus.
* Private medical cover (employee only, family added at cost).
* Flexible buy‑in benefits such as private medical, healthcare, vision & dental schemes, green car scheme, and more.
* Share scheme (50% company matched).
* Contributory pension scheme (company contribution double up to 10%).
* Free car parking.
* Caterpillar Advantage website access.
Company Overview
Caterpillar is the world's leading manufacturer of construction and mining equipment, off‑highway diesel and natural gas engines, industrial gas turbines and diesel‑electric locomotives. We operate globally with three primary segments – Construction Industries, Resource Industries and Energy & Transportation – and provide financing and related services through our Financial Products segment. We are committed to sustainability and community engagement through the Caterpillar Foundation.
Posting Dates
Not specified.
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