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Status: Contract (Renewable) – INSIDE IR35
Reports to: Senior Logistics Planning Manager

Morson Talent are working with a major player in the Energy Sector who have a current requirement for a highly experienced Logistics Operations Capacity Lead to join their Project team, based Bridgwater - Somerset. This is a (renewable) CONTRACT position – Inside IR35. All work is associated with the delivery of a major energy infrastructure Project currently under construction in Somerset.

Job Purpose / Overview

The Logistics team delivers overarching command and control as well as acting as a centre of excellence for the end-to-end logistics process at Site. They are the intelligent owners of the logistics process and strategy, operating as an integrated enabler for the successful delivery of the construction project
This role will involve working within the Logistics Planning Team, which is the sub-division of the Logistics Function
The Logistics Operations Capacity Lead is responsible for the off-site Logistics capacity management. They are accountable for consolidating inputs and updates of warehouse capacity and inventory from third party logistics (3PL) partners/systems to the Logistics plan, and to support identification of mitigating actions, owners and escalations for known warehouse.
They will work with key stakeholders in the Logistics function to work on the plan for demand for Logistics services in line with the overall project 12-month plan.
The Logistics Operations Capacity Lead will report into the Senior Logistics Planning Manager and work closely with the Construction Logistics Capacity Planner and Logistics Analyst.
Principal Accountabilities (not limited to):
Team:

Works closely with Senior Logistics Planning Manager to provide inputs to the plan
Works closely with Senior Logistics Operations Manager for agreement on mitigating actions, and gathering alignment from mitigating action owners including 3PLs, PMs, Expeditors etc.
Engages with third-party logistics (3PL) partners to consolidate and coordinate data inputs from Warehouse third party logistics (3PL) systems to generate capacity and inventory visibility
Build and maintain robust relationships with internal stakeholders and 3PL partners to enhance the effectiveness of logistics planning
Core Processes:

Accountable for consolidating inputs of warehouse capacity and inventory from warehouse 3PL to the Logistics plan and updates
Pre-read logistics performance metrics before Weekly Operational Pulse meetings to analyse and assess performance
Review and evaluate 3PL partner performance using data to identify opportunities for improvement or process optimisation
Facilitate/Contribute to the Logistics governance forums to highlight Logistics planning related risk and issues
Ensure all Project documents, Sensitive Nuclear Information, are correctly protectively marked, and protected in accordance with business policies and procedures
Functional Management:

Provide warehouse capacity management expertise
Analyse and interpret data related to Logistics Operations
Collaborate with Logistics Analyst to prepare and present reports and findings to internal stakeholders i.e. Logistics Manager
Coordinate tasks, actions and information between stakeholders to ensure alignment of objectives and support continuous improvement
Conduct impact analysis to assess effects of changes in logistics operations resulting from ongoing initiatives
Monitor the Operations Logistics mitigation actions to ensure resolution of the raised risks or constraints
Criteria
Knowledge & Skills

Background in warehouse and Logistics operations, providing valuable insights into operational requirements
Experience in Logistics planning and operations in the construction industry, or other relevant industry
Experience in Technical data management
Analytical, inquisitive with an ability to identify patterns and constraints
Excellent critical thinking and problem-solving skills
Understanding of the Integrated Planning process
Clear and effective communication with internal and external teams to escalate and get feedback on Logistics Operations capacity and constraints
Effectively communicates issues in simple ways, to both technical and non-technical audiences
Ability to effectively collaborate with colleagues within and across organisational boundaries to achieve mutually successful outcomes
Qualifications & Experience

Typically, hold a bachelor’s degree
At least five years’ experience working in Logistics or Supply Chain Planning (or similar operation) in a complex, highly regulated industry (ideally nuclear, aerospace, engineering, or energy)
Experience of practical application of Logistics and Planning frameworks and methodologies and demonstrable positive business outcomes
Experience in using planning technology solutions to manage delivery
Experience of supporting teams to maximise the delivery
Experience of working in a large integrated team over the full lifecycle of a project
Experience in the use of a risk management tool such as ARM
Experience in presenting complex information across different levels of an organisation
Key Competencies

Delivery focussed mindset with the ability to engage disparate stakeholders
Data interpretation, analytics and management
Understanding of Logistics & Planning management methodologies and techniques
Working knowledge of Logistics risk analysis techniques leading to an understanding how the impact of changes/decisions may impact the delivery of the project
Knowledge of estimating, scheduling, change management, cost management and risk management techniques
Excellent written and verbal communication skills at all working and management levels
High standard of interpersonal skills with the ability to build relationships both internally and externally
Strong organisational and time management skills

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