International Shipping Supervisor
Working in Manufacturing at JLR, you'll be the hands‑on expert who brings innovation to life. You'll collaborate with a team of expert technicians and problem‑solvers and use cutting‑edge tools, facilities, and processes engineered together to build era‑defining vehicles that people across the world know and love. Your expertise will directly impact the shaping of modern luxury. Together, let’s create the exceptional. The Jaguar Land Rover, Import and Export Operations / Trading Division, is a unique team within the business that has a core function to buy, products around the world in support of Jaguar Land Rover’s global manufacturing activities. The Trading Division Export Sales Centres (ESC) in other regions, such as China, India and Malasya, enable the business to import International produced components for use in our manufacturing facilities. The International Shipping Supervisor will be responsible to support a multi‑disciplined team in the delivery of production requirements and to schedule all work orders through the manufacturing process. This role is primarily responsible for supporting the transportation of components internationally through the use of planning parameters to ensure delivery and maintain production. This role will take control of all planning and physical logistics operations and manage all aspects of scheduling and supply chain for International Shipping.
Location: Gaydon
What To Expect
* Support the management of the import/Export & shipping function, supervising a team of analysts, overseeing consolidation & export of material from origin (UK, China, India, Malasya) via sea, rail, air freight, customs via bonded warehouse.
* Ensure accuracy and adherence to schedule release and shipping and import / export standards, including engineering and launch operations.
* Maintain clear processes for shipments and for any replacement engines/ parts and scheduling adjustments.
* Help resolve any change requests required to SAP systems to optimise the processes.
* Monitor/Control and reporting of component stocks and shipping status in line with Schedule parameters – Time and Quality and escalating issues where appropriate.
What You’ll Need
* Experience in Material Planning / Logistics, preferably from within Motor Manufacturing / FMCG or Supply Base Industry.
* Ability to quickly understand and challenge Logistics processes.
* ERP Systems knowledge (SAP / CMMS3).
* Experience of process mapping and design.
* Advanced analytical and MS Excel skills.
Benefits
* Discounted car purchase (open to family members, too).
* A 52 week maternity leave policy and a 4 week paternity leave policy. Other parental leave policies are available.
* A competitive pension.
* A JLR company performance‑related bonus.
* An employee learning scheme providing funding for education, training and other activities which support the development of personal skills and promote lifelong learning.
* Access to open, employee‑led support and social networks.
* Comprehensive Life Assurance and Income Protection policies.
* Flexible working*.
* Flexible working is offered for specific roles dependant on responsibilities. Please speak to the hiring team for details.
Applicants must have the right to work in the UK at the time of application, as this role is not eligible for sponsorship.
We work hard to nurture a culture that is inclusive and welcoming to all. We understand candidates may require reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process. Please discuss these with your recruiter so we can accommodate your needs.
Applicants from all backgrounds are welcome. If you’re unsure that you meet the full criteria of a role – but you're interested in where it could take you – we still encourage you to apply. We believe in people's ability to grow and develop within their role – it’s what makes living the exceptional with soul possible.
JLR is committed to equal opportunity for all.
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