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Logistics Leader

Employer
GE Aviation
Location
Cardiff, United Kingdom
Salary
Competitive
Closing date
26 Aug 2019

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Clearance Level
SC, None / Undisclosed
Sector
Aerospace
Job Type
Permanent
Cardiff, United Kingdom

Business:
    GE Aviation
Function:
    Logistics
Role Summary/Purpose:
    The post will be part of the Logistics & Warehousing organisation. The successful candidate will manage the Logistics function within GE Wales as well as holding accountability for all aspects of Logistics Operational performance. Logistics Operations include ownership of Logistics Operational Team management, performance on the shipping and delivery of material to and from GE Wales, 3rd and 4th Party Logistics Suppliers, as well as all customs compliance activities.
Essential Responsibilities:
    • Strong understanding of Logistics Operational Processes, 3rd Party Logistics Supplier Engagement and Management, with experience of on-site movement and dock despatch functions
    • A Proven Data Driven approach, with experience of Lean Process improvement to remove and minimise waste. Driving change through Lean initiatives is key
    • A core understanding of how to deal with complex Logistics exceptions, including the expedite of items between sites, and the processes within Forwarding and Courier services to manage this
    • Understanding of engine receipt and signing processes
    • An understanding of Freight Payment processes, including cost allocation and duty payment. Negotiate and Co-ordinate with freight agents to ensure associated transportation and compliance costs are allocated correctly and further review all opportunities for cost reductions, whilst maintaining the company confidentiality in respect of all freight rates negotiated
    • Have professional attributes to deal with customers, contractors and auditors face-to-face
    • Understanding of technical issues such as Airworthiness Directives (AD's) and transport quality/compliance standards
    • Have experience and communication skills to deal with large cross-section of the business
    • Understand business metrics, budgetary management, and functional metrics
    • Be equipped to effectively work quality issues
    • Site focal person and overall responsibility for Aviation Security compliance for the CAA / DfT and Known Consignor Processes
    • Controller of insurance (Risk Management) in respect of all freight movements
    • Be able to act as a possible stand-in/stand-up for the site Senior Logistics and Warehousing Staff ManagerKEY CUSTOMS & COMPLIANCE TASKS/FUNCTIONS
    • A focus on Customs Import and Export practices - including ensuring the timely completion of key customs reports
    • Ability to understand and operate within airworthiness legislation requirements, customs regulations, Approved Economic Operator (AEO), Known Cargo Level 1 - 8 (KC), and Inward Processing Relief (IPR) legislation
    • Manage and Control the businesses import / export compliance, ensure that all Customs classifications are in place, and documentation is completed correctly
    • Develop and maintain the highest standard of accuracy of the company procedures to meet the demands as specified by H M Customs and Excise
    • Liaise with GE Aviation HQ on specific compliance issues
    • Co-ordinate periodic audits of freight agents and internal procedures
    • Liaise with HM Customs & Excise
    • Be the central point of contact for the business and provide administrative support on contract flow down and all International commercial terms issues
    • Co-ordinate monthly Intrastat (European Freight Movements) reporting to HM Customs & Excise
    • Focal point for safe transportation of dangerous goods, must be able to become Certificated IATA/ICAO (safe transportation of Dangerous Goods By Air) - training would be supported by business
Qualifications/Requirements:
    • Strong computer literacy skills, with ongoing experience of windows-based packages
    • Previous experience managing in Logistics and/or Operations - Preferably within Manufacturing/Servicing, however FMCG and Warehousing will also be applicable
    • Bachelors Degree / relevant diploma holder - Logistics and Supply Chain advantageous
    • Possess excellent communication skills
    • Possess an innovative, logical and creative approach to resolving issues and process improvements
    • Experience Leading Change
    • Must be an effective team player with ability to motivate others
    • Must be a good negotiator
    • Must be adaptable to change Applications from job seekers who require sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. However, non-EU/EEA candidates may not be appointed to a post if a suitably qualified, experienced and skilled EU/EEA candidate is available to take up the post, as the employing body is unlikely, in these circumstances, to satisfy the Resident Labour Market Test. For further information please visit the UK Border Agency website .Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) clearance is required and must be maintained for this role. Please note that in the event that BPSS clearance cannot be obtained, you may not be eligible for the role and/or any offer of employment may be withdrawn on grounds of national security. Please see the link below for further details regarding the requirements for BPSS clearance: BPSS
Desired Characteristics:
    • Possess an understanding of HM Customs & Excise IPR, End Use and Community Control procedures
    • Certified IATA/ICAO (safe transportation of dangerous goods)
    • Be able to demonstrate a knowledge of Lean Six Sigma techniques
    - with a focus on Waste Removal and Digitisation
    • Kaizen Breakthrough / Improvement Project Experience
    • Understanding of Lean Principles such as Standard Work, 5S, Kaizen, GEMBA
    • Professional qualifications section 5 of AEO, plus Known Cargo level 7-8 trained must be in place or gained whilst with the business

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