Logistics Supervisor (Hertfordshire Area)
hace 1 día
Hemel Hempstead
Candidates within 10 miles of Hemel Hempstead, Hertfordshire preferred. About us Aerospheres, a Krayden company, is a trusted aerospace material supplier, providing the aviation industry with innovative solutions and exceptional, responsive service for over 30 years. Since 1990, Aerospheres has been a reliable aerospace material distributor in the UK, supplying the commercial airline and MRO (Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul) sectors with a complete range of high-quality materials. Today, more than 800 airlines and maintenance facilities worldwide depend on our robust logistics network and our ability to source and deliver even the most hard-to-find materials - often with same-day or next-day turnaround. Job Purpose: The Logistics Supervisor oversees the logistics operations within Aerospheres, ensuring the timely and efficient delivery of orders. This role focuses on coordinating transportation, warehousing, while ensuring compliance with safety and environmental regulations related to the handling of orders. The Logistics Supervisor is responsible for supervising a team and maintaining smooth and compliant operations across all logistics functions supporting and liaising with other departments (i.e.: sales , warehouse, procurement). Key Responsibilities: • Oversee day-to-day logistics operations, including outbound / inbound shipment process management, • Supervise logistics staff, ensuring productivity and adherence to safety standards., • Ensure timely delivery of orders to customers as per delivery schedules especially for DAP, DDP, DDU and consignment orders., • Coordinate and manage transportation activities, both in-house and through third-party providers (e.g., freight forwarders, trucking companies), • Monitor and report on the status of incoming and outgoing shipments to ensure orders are delivered efficiently, • Implement best practices for optimize workflow process and reduce downtime., • Ensure accurate record-keeping of all incoming and outgoing orders, and assist with monthly or quarterly audits, • Conduct safety training for the logistics team to maintain compliance with safety regulations and company policies, • Ensure accurate and complete documentation for hazardous materials shipping, including compliance with Dangerous Goods (DG) regulations, SDS (Safety Data Sheets), and other shipping requirements, • Maintain accurate records of shipping manifests, and shipment tracking, • Prepare and manage reports on logistics performance, delivery metrics, and operational costs., • Identify and implement process improvements to enhance the efficiency of logistics and warehouse operations, • Collaborate with other departments, such as purchasing, sales, and warehouse, to align logistics operations with the broader company goals, • Analyse and resolve logistics issues or delays and take corrective actions as necessary to maintain high customer satisfaction levels, • Interact with customers and suppliers as required to resolve shipment issues, answer inquiries, or provide status updates, • Coordinate special delivery requests and ensure that customers’ expectations are met in terms of delivery schedules and material handling, • Assist Logistics manager in expansion goals, timelines, and KPIs, ensuring alignment with the company’s overall business objectives. Qualifications: Education & Experience: Competencies and key skills • Strong understanding Dangerous Goods, Global shipping, import/ export customs regulations, custom tariff codes, 3PL logistics, • Strong leadership and team management skills, • Excellent organizational and multitasking abilities, • Problem-solving and critical-thinking skills, • Attention to detail and accuracy in record-keeping, especially for compliance-related documentation, • Problem-solving ability to quickly identify issues and implement solutions, • Leadership skills to supervise and motivate a team of logistics staff. Certifications (Preferred): • Certification in Dangerous Goods Handling (e.g., IATA, IMDG) Working Conditions: • Full-time position, typically Monday to Friday, with potential for AOG of hours working pattern, • The role involves a mix of office-based work and time spent in the warehouse, • Physical demands may include walking, standing, and occasional lifting of materials. Compensation: • Competitive salary based on experience.