Job Title Logistic Operations Zone Controller Ref 42708 Date posted Friday, April 5, 2024 Country United Kingdom Location Woking Business area Logistics Department Series - Logistics Operations Position level J - Technician / Administrator Working time Full Time Contract type Permanent Working pattern Blue Shift 40 hours Background No restraints. No limitations. We don't simply push boundaries. We completely rethink them. McLaren Automotive exists to create breath-taking performance road cars. It takes a community to do what we do. A diverse group of people with many areas of expertise, united by their passion to deliver visionary products and set new benchmarks. McLaren Automotive commits to equal opportunity for all. Diversity, Equality and Inclusion is at the heart of our impact, it drives our innovation and enables us to truly create something special. Join us on our journey. Purpose of Role Working within the Logistics Operations department, you will report to the Logistics Operations Team Leader. The responsibilities of your role will include being the link between Production and Logistics Operations, ensuring parts are correct and present in their allocated location. Communicating with the warehouse teams to ensure we are proactively working closely with Stores functions, Quality and Production to ensure material requirements for all model builds are satisfied in a timely and accurate manner. Principal Accountabilities Be responsible for the Health and Safety of yourself and others, ensuring all incidents and near misses are reported to your H&S Representative Participating in all Policy Deployment and adherence of these policies Review and improve the operating environment through establishing and maintaining housekeeping standards Follow Standard Operating Procedures and to actively pursue the elimination of waste through the application of continuous improvement tools and techniques Closely liaising with other disciplines within the Logistics organisation, as well as other departments, such as Quality, Engineering and Production to ensure continued running of all Production lines, to respond to any queries regarding lineside shortages and potential line stops To be responsible for relevant KPI`s within your area of responsibility May be required to use Material Handling Equipment following relevant training and Health Checks Weekly rotating shift patterns of 05:30am - 13:45pm and 15:00pm - 23:15pm applies To undertake any other work as directed by your Line Manager in connection within your job as may be requested Support your Line Manager with task allocation and motivating a small team of individuals, ensuring they are continuously aware of production requirements. Minimising warehouse stock outs through the management of a clear deck policy and accurate transacting of product in order to support our Inventory Control Team in achieving our Inventory Accuracy targets Use the provided KPI tools and reports to ensure we have a clear 'Good to run' status. Attend key stakeholder meetings and follow escalation process to raise the alarm on any potential risks to production or KPI targets Demonstrate a high level of control and be the point of contact for any queries relating to your area of responsibility/zone Knowledge, Skills and Experience Fosters a progressive, supportive working environment in which respect, ownership, discipline, and trust which maintains a high-performing team Strong team working qualities and excellent influencing and interpersonal skills to ensure aligned strategies and deliverables are achieved A change agent, adept in adopting change within the team as well as within cross functional departments Ability to work within tight deadlines & be able to manage and prioritise multiple activities simultaneously Strong and consistent approach to governance and process adherence Dynamic, with the ability to respond to challenging situations in an innovative and logical manner Proven track record delivering improved operational performance in both favorable and unfavorable conditions, utilising cross-functional teams Warehousing or Manufacturing experience would be advantageous Knowledge of SAP or similar Warehouse Management systems preferable Personal Attributes Strong communicator with the capability to challenge, engage and influence all stakeholders within a dynamic and cross functional environment Proactive and tenacious nature, taking initiative and using failure as an opportunity to learn An individual who is resilient, energetic and enthusiastic, responds constructively to new ideas and input in a changing business environment An individual able to challenge existing thinking in a positive way whilst building credibility and trust through experience and personal style Driven by accuracy with attention to detail Displays personal and professional integrity Self-motivated to deliver excellence and perform beyond targets to exceed customer expectations An individual who can demonstrate and embrace our McLaren behaviours of we make things happen, we take it personally, we work together, we exceed customer expectations, and we enjoy what we do