Job Description
Location:
Unit 3A, Kenfig Industrial Estate,
Company:
Wernick Buildings, part of The Wernick Group
About The Company
Wernick Buildings, a division of The Wernick Group, is the UK's largest and longest-standing national provider of permanent and temporary modular buildings and site accommodation. Established in 1934, The Wernick Group remains a family-run and owned company.
Over the last five years, the company has more than doubled its profits, attributing its success to the quality and dedication of its workforce. The Wernick Group prides itself on a team full of enthusiasm, vision, friendliness, and a real can-do spirit.
About The Role
The
Logistics/Supply Chain Manager
will co-ordinate the purchasing, and storage of materials, as well as internal and external transportation of material and modules, logistics and resources at Wernick Buildings Kenfig. Close liaison with two primary customers: Production Lines and Site Teams to ensure that the correct material and product is delivered to the right location on time.
About The Role
Key Responsibilities:
* Manage the logistic team: buyers, schedulers, fork drivers, and resource operatives;
* Plan, manage and evaluate logistics operations liaising with internal stakeholders, suppliers, logistics providers, transportation companies and customers;
* Within the production space operate a 'Just in Time' philosophy;
* Ensure sufficient stock in line with agreed levels;
* Create and implement best practice logistics principles, policies, and processes across the organisation to improve operational and financial performance;
* Deliver solutions to logistics problems while maintaining high levels of quality and service within budgetary requirements;
* Monitor quality, quantity, delivery times, and transport costs;
* Negotiate rates and contracts with transportation, logistics providers and suppliers;
* Select carriers/suppliers and monitor service against performance criteria;
* Ensure carrier compliance with company policies or procedures for product transit or delivery;
* Resolve problems concerning transportation, logistics systems, material suppliers, imports or exports or customer issues;
* Assess and make recommendations for logistics processes in potential new facilities or plant and advise of cost implications and efficiency;
* Support continuous improvement initiatives, identify inefficiencies, and cost optimisation opportunities;
* Ensure the integrity of inventory accuracy and manage stock movements with the help of direct reports;
* Identify and resolve any inventory discrepancies and ensure inventory and system records are in agreement;
* Keep track of slow moving and obsolete stock;
Essential Requirements
* Hauliage and logistics experience including lorry heights
* Proficient in MS Office software.
* Knowledge of writing reports
* Supply chain management experience
What You Will Get In Return
* Competitive salary and bonus scheme
* Generous holiday allowance (rising with service)
* Option to buy extra holidays
* Option to sell or carry over up to 5 days holiday
* Christmas Shutdown
* Early finish Friday
* Cycle to work scheme
* Group pension
* Annual Salary review – takes place each January
* Life Assurance 2 x annual salary
* Personal Accident Insurance
* Free onsite parking
* Employee assistance programme
* Training and progression opportunities
* Family run and well established, secure company (trading over 90 years)
* Open door policy
* Employee Referral scheme
* Benefits scheme (discounted retailers scheme)
* Corporate Eyecare Scheme through Specsavers
* Message the MD/CEO/Staff Satisfaction Survey
We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all sections of the community. We thank you in advance for your interest in this role and our company. If you require any reasonable adjustments for your interview, please advise our recruitment team as soon as possible.
Important Notice To Recruitment Agencies
Any unsolicited CV's will be sent at the recruitment agency's own risk and will be interpreted as 'gifts' and we have no liability to you for any fee or otherwise. We reserve the right to engage with candidates directly having not, in any way, entered into your terms and conditions for this vacancy. By submitting an unsolicited CV to us, or to any member of our staff, you accept these terms as the default position. If we require your assistance with any vacancy we will contact you.
The company is unable to sponsor employment of international workers in this role. You will be required to provide evidence of your right to work in the UK.
Skills Needed
About The Company
Why Build Your Career with Wernick Group?
Rich Heritage, Progressive Future:
As a family-owned and operated business since our inception, we blend traditional values with a forward-looking approach. This unique combination ensures a work environment that respects legacy while embracing the future.
Diverse Opportunities
: Our expansive operations, with 40 centres across 36 UK locations, offer a vast array of roles and career paths in the public and private sectors. From modular building solutions to off-grid power, your professional journey can be as dynamic and varied as our services.
Commitment to Excellence:
At Wernick, excellence isn't just a goal; it's our way of life. We pride ourselves on providing outstanding product quality and service, creating an environment where your work directly contributes to customer satisfaction and business success.
Continuous Investment in People:
We believe in nurturing talent from within. Through ongoing training and development opportunities, we invest in your future, ensuring that your career at Wernick is not just a job, but a journey of growth and learning.
Simplicity and Efficiency:
Our business model is streamlined to reduce bureaucracy, enabling you to work in an environment that values decisiveness and efficiency. This approach allows you to focus on what you do best, without unnecessary complications.
Environmental and Social Responsibility
: We're committed to reducing our carbon footprint and ensuring a safe, positive working environment. Working with us means being part of a team that cares for the planet and its people.
Company Culture
Clear path to progression:
We believe everyone should have a clear path on how they can progress. That's why we have developed the Wernick Way Forward, a personal development plan catered to each employee.
With the Wernick Way Forward, we provide a roadmap that outlines clear and achievable steps for employees to follow in order to reach their career goals.
Trainee programmes:
Start your career with one of our trainee programmes. These are designed to help you develop and grow in our business and offer an advance career progression.
The Trainee Yard Operative Programme offers individuals the opportunity to develop their skills and work as a Yard Operative at one of our Hire depots. Engage in hands-on experience as you become a member of our team.
The Graduate Training Programme opens doors to explore every aspect of the company. Gain valuable insights, mentorship and the tools needed to excel as a leader within our company.
Training and development:
Feel confident in your role and enjoy what you do. We recognise the need to invest in training and development.
By offering a range of training days/courses for our team we want to create an environment where you can move towards your career goals. We make sure that everyone who works with us has the resources they need to learn and develop their roles. We value mentoring and offer clear routes for career progression.
Required Criteria
* Proficient in MS Office software.
* Strong communication skills.
* Hauliage and logistics experience including lorry heights
* Supply chain management experience
* Experience in writing reports
Desired Criteria
* FLT Counterbalance license
* Machinery maintenance experience
Closing Date
Friday 24th October, 2025
Contract Type
fulltime
Salary
Based on Experience