Overview
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Our Mission: At Vertical Aerospace, we are pioneering the way for electric aviation. The VX4, our eVTOL (electric, vertical, take-off and landing), ‘zero emissions’ aircraft will set a new safety standard for how we will navigate the sky. We won’t realise our mission following the same legacy processes and traditions our predecessors followed; we want to ‘redefine’ aerospace best practices. We are growing quickly from a prototype business to a scaling SME, and the next few years will be critical to our success and delivering on our ambitious goals of having the VX4 in service by 2030.
What to Expect
As a Stores and Logistics Specialist, you will be responsible for developing and managing our aircraft stores configuration in line with quality standards and certification requirements. You’ll ensure logistics operations run smoothly, from receiving and picking to transportation and delivery, while supporting wider programme activities both onsite and offsite. You’ll also be part of continuous improvement projects, working with cross-functional teams to enhance processes and deliver excellence.
What You’ll Do
* Create and maintain robust processes to ensure all materials receipt, storage, and picking meet required standards.
* Ensure aircraft parts are transported safely, on time, and to the correct location across the business.
* Plan and execute logistics support for off-site operations and aircraft programme activities.
* Ensure full and correct utilisation of our ERP system (Infor), supporting development and continuous improvement of system processes.
* Drive continuous improvement of stores operations through process reviews, projects, and cross-functional collaboration.
* Collaborate with Procurement Officers to support inbound/outbound logistics, inventory accuracy, and material availability.
* Work closely with Production Leaders to integrate logistics planning into build schedules and ensure timely material delivery to line.
What You’ll Bring
* Experience in logistics, warehousing or stores roles, ideally within the aerospace or automotive sectors.
* Understanding of regulated store environments and compliance requirements (e.g., aircraft/test parts control).
* Familiarity with ERP/MRP systems (Infor preferred) and the ability to maintain and develop system use.
* Strong organisational and planning skills, with attention to detail and commitment to high standards.
* A collaborative approach with excellent communication skills, able to work across teams and departments.
* A proactive mindset – willing to challenge the status quo and improve how things are done.
What can you expect from us?
We’re on a mission. Where others see limits, we see opportunity, and we work at pace. Working at Vertical isn’t your average role but for those seeking a challenge, a flexible, supportive organisation and an incredible team; working here is an opportunity to do the best work of your career.
Our approach promotes ingenuity and courage, while our environment builds success through diligence in safety and being open in the way we work. The only way we’re going to assure the next chapter of aviation history is by working as a team, relentlessly, towards our goal.
Our Benefits
* 26 days holiday, plus bank holiday
* 5 extra days per year to buy (or sell)
* 5 extra days holiday when you get married or enter a civil partnership
* Additional 4% of your salary to spend on extra benefits
* Award-winning digital health and wellbeing service (Help@Hand)
* Company performance based bonus - rewarding company and individual performance
* Company Share Scheme - open to every Vertical employee
* Company Pension Scheme - 5% and we match it
* Breakfast on us, every day
Disclaimer Statement
We encourage you to apply even if you may not have all the experience listed in the advert. We recognise that talent comes in various forms and we are committed to providing opportunities that create an environment of growth, diversity, and inclusion for everyone. As part of our desire to review and make our processes fair, we may ask you questions related to these aspects during the application process. For more information on how we will use your data, see our Legal section.
Seniority level
* Entry level
Employment type
* Temporary
Job function
* Sales and Business Development
* Industries: Aviation and Aerospace Component Manufacturing
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