JOB PURPOSE To support the evolving operational needs of UK Manufacturing (UKM) and the USS division through effective planning, adaptability, and teamwork—primarily across Purchasing, Planning, and Shipping. This role plays a key part in enhancing performance metrics such as lead-time and OTIF (On Time In Full) by ensuring smooth operational support, effective stock and order management, and timely shipments. KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES This is a flexible, cross-functional role that supports both UKM and USS operations: * Shipping Support: Monitor outstanding shipments, prepare shipping documents (e.g. Commercial Invoices, Packing Lists, Manifests), and book shipments promptly to minimise delay from RAF to dispatch. IATA training preferred for handling Dangerous Goods and managing USS orders end-to-end. * Planning Support: Assist the planner in maintaining accurate daily reports, generating CoPS, SMIs, and labels on time, and resolving production/RM queries to avoid delays in lead times. * Purchase & Planning Adjustments: Modify purchase and planning dates when necessary to improve alignment between requested and confirmed shipping dates. * Stock Movement Management: Coordinate off-site stock movements to ensure site levels remain within safe (COMAH) and practical limits. Actively use COMAH reporting to manage this efficiently. * Procurement Support: Handle buying messages, im...