Assistant Logistics Manager - Cavan
Role
To lead the logistics team in delivering safety, environmental compliance, high customer service levels, and operational efficiency through strong leadership, lean tools, digitalisation, and collaboration.
Key Responsibilities
- Safety & Environment:
- Ensure full compliance; drive continuous improvements with EHS.
- Operational Excellence:
- Implement efficiency & service improvements using lean and digital tools.
- Strategic Planning:
- Lead logistics visioning and integration across Saint-Gobain businesses.
- Systems & Projects:
- Plan and lead logistics activities in SAP/ERP upgrades.
- Cost Optimisation:
- Eliminate waste; maximise use of logistics resources.
- Partnerships:
- Manage haulage partners for safety and performance.
- Warehouse Management:
- Oversee material receipt, picking, and shipping accuracy.
- Cross-functional Collaboration:
- Partner with Operations, Sales & Finance to enhance performance.
- Industrial Relations:
- Work with HR to maintain strong team dynamics.
- KPI Management:
- Develop and achieve metrics around Safety, Efficiency, Accuracy, and Customer Service.
Key Competencies & Attitudes
- Entrepreneurship
- Innovation
- Engagement & Culture Building
- Agility
Values to Demonstrate
- Commitment to Safety and Environment
- Strong Customer Focus
- Drive for Continuous Improvement
- Respect, Integrity, Teamwork
- Accountability and People-Centered Leadership
Essential Qualifications & Skills
- Qualification in Logistics, Supply Chain, or Business
- Proficiency in leading a team
- Experience in logistics/warehouse management, preferably in manufacturing or construction
- Strong project management and change management skills
- Excellent leadership, problem-solving, and communication skills
- Demonstrated customer service orientation
- Desirable: Lean/ Six Sigma/ WCM certification
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