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Air Operations Logistics Manager – Typhoon
Location: Samlesbury – On site, 5 days on site
We offer a range of hybrid and flexible working arrangements – please speak to your recruiter about the options for this particular role.
Salary: £65,000+ (DOE)
Who we are:
Join BAE Systems and you'll be part of something bigger. As a valued member of our global colleague network, you'll bring your unique skills and perspectives to help pioneer progress and protect what matters most. You'll be trusted to play your part in delivering the advanced, technology-led defence, aerospace and security solutions of tomorrow, shaping a safer future, for all of us.
From the depths of the ocean, to the far reaches of space, there's no limit to where a career at BAE Systems could take you.
Job Description:
You'll take a key role in overseeing logistics operations within the Typhoon value stream, ensuring materials, components and production flows align to deliver high-performance manufacturing. Working with ERP systems and production planning tools, you'll supervise inventory, optimise Work in Progress (WIP) and support on-time delivery across the shop floor.
You'll collaborate with production, procurement and suppliers to maintain smooth operations, while identifying opportunities to improve processes, reduce costs and enhance efficiency. This role offers the chance to influence and shape a changing business area, providing considerable visibility, development opportunities and the ability to make a meaningful impact on programme delivery.
Core duties:
* Executing production plans, ensuring materials and components are delivered on time to support manufacturing schedules
* Overseeing Work in Progress levels across the shop floor, maintaining flow and reducing bottlenecks
* Monitoring production orders, driving progress to meet deadlines and maintain schedule adherence
* Coordinating material flow and inventory, working with suppliers and teams to prevent shortages
* Identifying improvement opportunities, enhancing logistics processes, efficiency and overall operational performance
Essential Skills:
* Demonstratable experience overseeing teams within manufacturing or logistics environments, driving performance and operational delivery
* Considerable knowledge of MRP/MRPII processes within ERP systems, supporting effective planning and material coordination
* Experience in inventory management techniques such as Kanban and line-side replenishment within production settings
* Understanding of production scheduling, including Work-To-Lists and monitoring adherence to meet delivery targets
* Relevant qualifications in supply chain or project management, with ample IT skills including advanced Excel proficiency
* Experience within Machine Shop or Carbon Fibre Manufacturing environments, supporting specialised production and material flow
The 3B/510 Typhoon Machine Shop and Carbon Fibre Manufacturing Team:
Working within a high-performance manufacturing environment, you'll support critical Typhoon programme delivery by enabling efficient material flow and on-time production. You'll operate in a dynamic, evolving area with opportunities to influence processes, drive improvements and build valuable experience across logistics and operations.
Why BAE Systems?
Here you'll build a career with purpose and limitless possibilities. With lifelong learning and meaningful work, this is a place where you can grow your career with confidence and be empowered to be your best. You'll be recognised for your contribution and enjoy rewards tailored to what's most important to you and your family, support for your financial and personal wellbeing, as well as a balanced lifestyle. In an environment embracing sustainable ways of working and with a strong sense of shared purpose, our supportive culture is a place you can feel you belong and proud of the difference you make.
A place where everyone can thrive:
We're committed to building an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and supported. We know that a diversity of backgrounds, perspectives and experiences strengthens our teams and is vital to the work we do.
Please be aware that many roles at BAE Systems are subject to both security and export control restrictions. These restrictions mean that factors such as your nationality, any nationalities you may have previously held, and your place of birth can restrict the roles you are eligible to perform within the organisation. All applicants must as a minimum achieve Baseline Personnel Security Standard. Many roles also require higher levels of National Security Vetting where applicants must typically have 5 to 10 years of continuous residency in the UK depending on the vetting level required for the role, to allow for meaningful security vetting checks.
Closing Date: 29th April 2026
We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.
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