Role overview
- ID: 2024-5706
- Entity: Vistry Works
- Region: Vistry Works
- Department: Manufacturing
- Contract Type: Permanent - Full Time
- Job Location: Bardon, Leicestershire
- Date Posted: 29.07.2024
We have a new opportunity for a Head of Logistics to join our team within Vistry Works division, covering our 3 sites in Warrington, Bardon and Leicester. As our Head of Logistics you will be responsible for overseeing and optimising logistics operations across the 3 sites to ensure efficient and cost- effective operations. Managing the team to ensure the efficient receipt, storage and movement of materials for production and also the control of finished goods inventory and transportation to end Customer. This role will play a pivotal role in developing and executing logistics strategies to drive operational excellence, minimise costs, and enhance customer satisfaction.
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Let's cut to the chase, what's in it for you...
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Competitive basic salary and annual bonus
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Company car, car allowance or travel allowance
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Agile working possible (dependent on role)
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Up to 33 days annual leave plus bank holidays
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Private Healthcare
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Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption leave
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Competitive contributory pension scheme
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Life assurance – 4 x your annual salary
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Share incentive schemes
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Employee rewards portal with many more benefits...
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In return, what we would like from you...
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Behave in line with our company values – Integrity, Caring and Quality
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Proven experience in a senior logistics role, preferably within the construction or housebuilding industry
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You will ideally have experience working with Microsoft Dynamics 365
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Extensive experience in managing logistics operations, including supply chain management, transportation, and warehousing
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Knowledge of the latest warehousing and distribution best practices and emerging concepts and solutions from across the logistics industry
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Willingness to travel as required to various sites and locations
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Ability to develop and implement effective logistics strategies and processes
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Proven track record of optimising logistics operations to improve efficiency and reduce costs
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Ability to manage budgets and resources effectively
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More about the Head of Logistics role...
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Develop and execute comprehensive logistics strategies aligned with organisational goals and objectives.
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Identify opportunities for process improvement, cost reduction, and operational efficiency across the logistics function
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Lead, mentor, and develop the logistics team (operating across 2 sites), including logistics managers, despatch coordinators, logistic supervisors and site operatives
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Provide guidance, coaching, and training to enhance team performance and capabilities.
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Foster a culture of accountability, innovation, and continuous improvement across the logistics team
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Develop strategic relationships with hauliers to ensure quality, service and cost-effective operations
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Develop and implement policies, procedures, and systems to streamline logistics processes and maximise operational performance.
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Develop and manage logistics budgets, forecasts, and cost models to ensure cost-effective & value for money operations.
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Evaluate and implement logistics technologies and solutions to improve efficiency, visibility, and decision-making within the logistics function.
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Stay abreast of emerging trends, best practices, and innovations in logistics and supply chain management.
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Ensure compliance with relevant regulations, laws, and industry standards governing logistics and supply chain operations.
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Develop and implement risk mitigation strategies to address potential disruptions, such as natural disasters, geopolitical events, or supplier issues.
Finally, let's tell you a bit more about us...
We're Vistry Group, the UK's leading provider of affordable mixed-tenure homes. Our core values of integrity, caring, and quality shape all we do; our partnership-led approach helps us build sustainable communities where they're needed most.
You're probably familiar with our unmatched portfolio of brands: Linden Homes, Bovis Homes, and Countryside Homes. We also have Vistry Works, our timber frame manufacturing operation, and Vistry Services, our support functions. Together, we build more than homes, so there's nowhere better to build your career. We're proud that our culture sees everyone treated fairly and respectfully, with diversity and inclusion a top priority and reasonable adjustments provided during the application process. Join us in making Vistry.
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Benefits
Agile Working
Offers a flexible way of working.
Annual Leave
Enjoy 28 days' holiday plus all UK Bank Holidays. There are options to carry leave forwards and buy up to 5 days.
Pension with Legal & General
Eligible employees are auto-enrolled. You contribute 4%, we contribute 6%. Salary Sacrifice and options to increase contributions available.
Volunteer Days
With 2 paid volunteer days a year, you can give back to communities and charities.
Why Vistry
Joining Vistry is just the start of building your perfect career. In return for your passion and skills, we invest in your future, providing all the support and training you need to thrive in your career and realise your potential. Our work is rewarding in itself, but we also offer a range of financial, lifestyle, health and wellbeing benefits, plus plenty of recognition incentives. We value you and everything you help us build as we make Vistry together.