Supply, Logistics and Operations Leader

Temporary to Permanent
Location: Warwickshire
Competitive Salary (negotiable depending on skills and experience)
Our client is a world leading manufacturer of specialised vehicles used to support the armed forces and security personnel. As a subsidiary of an international corporation, the recently established European division is seeking an experienced Supply, Logistics and Operations Leader to join their team to assist in driving forward this newly created division.
The Role:
Reporting to the Senior Supply Chain and Operations Manager, this role is responsible for supporting the planning and subsequent implementation of all supply chain, logistics, assembly operations and activities. The successful candidate will work closely with the Procurement and Quality teams to support the overall Supply Chain across primary and module contract assemblers (PCA & MCA) to provide a seamless link through all transactions.
Key Tasks & Responsibilities:
• Assist with the initial set up and development of department.
• Support the Supply Chain activity and interface alongside PCA and MCA partners, ensuring to maintain and improve the end to end Supply Chain performance for the company products.
• To support the Senior Supply Chain and Operations Manager to ensure the delivery of cost, quality and effective best practice processes and procedures.
• To work with the various cross functional teams to continuously improve and maintain the supply chain focusing on Cost, Quality & Delivery.
• Ensure supply of all products and parts in line with customer targets and schedules.
The ideal candidate will be able to demonstrate the following:
• Supply Chain functional set up, establishment of polices and processes, supplier & 3PL contracts and reviews.
• Ideally a member of the ILT.
• Previous experience as a Logistics/ Supply Chain Leader.
• Team player who has the ability to communicate effectively in a complex matrix organisation with procurement, suppliers and partners manufacturing assembly operations and engineering.
• Experience with Automotive systems and procedures.
• Proven experience and understanding of problem-solving processes tools and techniques.
• Ideally existing security clearance, however this is not essential.
• Experience of Defence supply and operations an advantage.
• Ability to travel nationwide (own vehicle required)

Supply Chain Manager - Automotive

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Excellent Package/North West.
Our client is a leading, multinational OE manufacturing organisation with operations throughout the UK. Based in the North West of England this exciting role is an exceptional opportunity to join a world class, leading edge organisation within the automotive industry.
This is a key role within the business reporting to the General Manager. It presents an opportunity for a seasoned Supply Chain Manager to lead the entire supply chain operation from supply planning, purchasing, production scheduling, capacity & capability planning through to inventory management, logistics and customer deliveries. Responsible for managing all resources throughout this process, you will be required to develop and implement the Supply Chain strategy to support the needs to the business, whilst maintaining all inventory and financial targets.
With a strong orientation towards purchasing, this high profile role also oversees all NPL activities. Supplier rationalisation, benchmarking and value stream mapping are also key disciplines required for his role.

Ideally the successful candidate will have:
• Experience in a similar role within a process manufacturing environment, with a strong emphasis on purchasing.
• Demonstrable people management skills including the optimization of individual and team performance.
• Knowledge of capacity and capability planning.
• First class planning & organisational skills. A ‘completer/finisher’ that is able to plan ahead and complete tasks on time to the required standards.
• Sound business/financial awareness and the ability to translate organisational objectives into relevant departmental targets.
• Strong negotiation and influencing skills as well as effective communication skills.
• In depth cross functional understanding taking account of total cost management.
• Strong supplier and customer management skills and be results orientated.

In addition to the relevant skills, the successful candidate must be self motivated and an enthusiastic team player who can work to tight deadlines. If you satisfy the criteria for this role we would like to hear from you.

Paint Plant Production Manager
Automotive
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North West
Our client is a leading, multinational OE manufacturing organisation with operations throughout the UK. Based in the North West of England this management role is an exceptional opportunity to join a world class, leading edge organisation within the automotive industry.
Reporting to the General Manager, the focus of this role is to optimise the utilisation of the paint plant through accurate planning and scheduling activities and the efficient management of critical resources to produce high quality components on time and at the lowest cost. Responsible for leading and managing a team, the role requires an individual who will also drive continuous improvement and adopt a lean approach. KNOWLEDGE OF PAINT APPLICATIONS AND PROCESSES IS REQUIRED.

The ideal candidate will be able to demonstrate the following:
• Experience of working in a similar role for a number of years and have a proven track record in the optimisation of equipment, preferably within a paint plant/automotive environment.
• Excellent planning/organisation skills and the ability to manage critical resources i.e. labour, plant performance etc. to achieve optimum yield.
• Flexible and adaptable, with a positive attitude to change and improvement.
• Understands the overall direction of the business and is able to appreciate the relevance and impact of departmental performance.
• Adopt a ‘hands on’ approach to problem solving.
• Excellent knowledge of process improvement and lean manufacturing techniques.
• Work within tight deadlines, ensuring cost and quality standards are maintained at all times.
• Deals effectively with new or unexpected tasks and is able to re-prioritise accordingly.
• Must have excellent verbal, numerical and report writing skills.
• Good Computer Skills, including all Microsoft packages.

In addition to the relevant skills, the successful candidate must be self motivated and determined individual with the desire to succeed. If you satisfy the criteria for this role we would like to hear from you.

Excellent Package/North Derbyshire
Our client is an international manufacturer of precision engineered components and metal products for numerous applications across an array of different sectors. With an excellent reputation in its field, the company is looking for a seasoned Supply Chain Manager to join their senior executive team.
The role reports to the General Manager and involves the management of the Supply Chain and Planning processes for multi-site operations. Responsible for leading the supply chain team in line with company objectives, the focus is also on maintaining all systems within the area of responsibility.
The Role:
Reporting of delivery performance, you will liaise with other departments to address any performance issues and agree corrective actions.
This is a key role within the business reporting to the General Manager and presents an opportunity for a seasoned Supply Chain Manager to lead the entire supply chain operation from supply planning, production scheduling, purchasing through to customer deliveries. Responsible for managing various resources throughout this process, you will be required to develop and implement the Supply Chain strategy to support the needs to the business, whilst maintaining all inventory and financial targets. You will also lead and empower mutli-disciplined team members to ensure that individual targets and objectives are met.
Ideally the successful candidate will have:
• Experience in a similar role within a process manufacturing environment.
• Demonstrable people management skills with specific emphasis on the optimization of individual and team performance.
• First class planning & organisational skills. A ‘completer/finisher’ that is able to plan ahead and complete tasks on time to the required standards.
• Sound business/financial awareness and the ability to translate organisational objectives into relevant departmental targets.
• Strong negotiation and influencing skills as well as effective communication skills.
• In depth cross functional understanding taking account of total cost management.
• Strong supplier and customer management skills and be results orientated.

Senior Finance Manager/Director
Warminster

Our client is an independent manufacturing company based near Warminster who is looking for a proven Finance Professional to assist in driving their business forward.

Reporting to the Managing Director, the main purpose of this role will be to take full responsibility for directing finance, ensuring that all aspects of cash management are targeted and measured and that the finance team work together effectively.

The successful individual will be suitably qualified with several years experience in a similar role and able to demonstrate evidence of delivering rapid financial & commercial results in a high pressure environment.

Highly visible and hands-on within the business, the successful candidate will need to demonstrate drive and resilience with the determination to succeed.

Head of Procurement & Sourcing – Manufacturing
North West
Permanent
Package circa £40-£45k (negotiable depending on skills and experience)

Our client is a successful leading international manufacturer with locations throughout the UK.

The Role:
This senior management role involves the strategic purchase and sourcing of raw materials and bought out parts including optimising costs associated with subcontract and third party activities. With the management of a significant annual spend budget for the site, the role also involves taking responsibility for defining and improving the purchasing process, strategy development and implementation that drive cost savings to deliver the business operating goals.
Key Tasks & Responsibilities:
• Maintain and improve commercial supplier relationships and supplier performance, lowering the cost of supply.
• Achieve maximum value throughout the supply chain via procurement and stock management optimization.
• Contract negotiation of price, lead time and supplier performance.
• Sourcing of new and the development of, existing suppliers to service all areas of the Supply Chain.
• Ensure that raw material and WIP stock levels are accurate, that traceability is maintained, that variances are reported and investigated in a timely manner.
• To ensure that purchasing strategy and processes deliver continuity of supply to meet all approved specifications and comply with the company’s quality systems.

The ideal candidate will be able to demonstrate the following:
• Experience in a process manufacturing environment, managing contract negotiations, supplier sourcing, selection and performance.
• Previous experience as a Procurement/Purchasing Manager, ideally a member of IPS.
• Sound business/financial awareness and the ability to translate organisational objectives into relevant HR processes.
• Excellent verbal, written and presentation skills.
• Good interpersonal skills, with the ability to build relationships with individuals and teams.
• Demonstrates the ability to make decisions where necessary taking into consideration all relevant and available information.
• Highly motivated and enthusiastic with the ability to continuously improve the way they work.
• A proven track record of effective negotiation skills.
• Knowledge of operational systems.
• An operational knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel.

Human Resources Manager – North West
Manufacturing
Permanent
Excellent Package
Our client is a leading, multinational OE manufacturing organisation with operations throughout the UK. Based in the North West of England this exciting role is an exceptional opportunity to join a world class organisation.

The Role:
Reporting to the General Manager, this role offers a refreshing and exciting opportunity for an experienced HR generalist to become an integral part of the senior management team and to add real value to the business by delivering HR strategy/plans, which satisfy organisational objectives.
Governing the HR Department so that it provides a meaningful service to the business, the role will involve advising and supporting all Managers/Directors with respect to best practices, taking into account current employment legislation.

Key Tasks & Responsibilities:
• Set the HR budget through a methodical process, ensuring that all items are totally aligned corporate/site plans.
• Develop, control and continually improve upon key departmental and company performance indicators.
• Define, implement and maintain appropriate cultural values throughout the organisation structure.
• Promote any necessary change swiftly by consulting, negotiating and engaging with all relevant parties.
• Provide HR advice and support to all Line Management Ensure that all employment policies/procedures, practices and employee rights are adhered to at all times.
• Advise senior management on pay, terms & conditions, retention rates and policy affecting employee relations.
• Provide a professional & confidential service, offering advice & answering queries using the best method of communication.

The ideal candidate will be able to demonstrate the following:
• At least 5 years experience operating in a senior level Human Resources role in a manufacturing environment, preferably in Automotive.
• A full member of the CIPD, with a relevant degree.
• Sound business/financial awareness and the ability to translate organisational objectives into relevant HR processes.
• Confidence to deal with individuals at all levels in the organisation.
• First class planning & organisational skills. A ‘completer/finisher’ that is able to plan ahead and complete tasks on time to the required standards.
• Excellent verbal, written and presentation skills.
• Good negotiating and mediation skills.

Quality Manager (Manufacturing & Supply
Permanent
Leamington Spa, Warwickshire
Salary circa £40 - £45K (negotiable depending on skills and experience)
Other Benefits Car Allowance, company pension, life insurance, laptop & phone.

Our client is in the process of establishing themselves as a credible, recognised leader in the provision of specialised vehicles to a worldwide market. A subsidiary to an already successful business, they are seeking an experienced Quality Manager to join their management team to assist in driving forward this newly created division.

The Role:
Reporting to the Operations Director, the primary purpose of this role is to ensure that documentation, procedures and systems are developed and implemented starting from a blank canvas. The objective is to ensure that all activities within the company comply or exceed the required quality standards i.e. ISO9000. Working in partnership with primary and module contract assemblers, tier 1 & tier 2 suppliers, design engineering, operations and supply chain.

Key Tasks & Responsibilities:
• Initial set up of quality function including the creation of Quality Processes and Procedures and subsequent implementation throughout the company and the Supplier base for multi-site operation.
• Establish a Quality Assurance Manual in conjunction with LRQA and plan for formal approval.
• Ensure adherence to specific Quality Standards and problem resolutions throughout the business, particularly in operations.
• Continuously improve, maintain and implement the supplier quality system including Quality manuals, procedures, work instructions, process mapping, project definitions, formal assessments, metric reporting and various quality documents related to New Product Development and Change Management activities.
• Responsible for maintaining and improving supplier product quality and lowering cost of quality for all product lines supplied throughout the company.
• Perform data analysis and issue reports on supplier performance to ensure suppliers meet and maintain expected quality levels.
• Investigate trend problems and develop proactive corrective action mechanisms using corrective action tools and techniques.

The ideal candidate will be able to demonstrate the following:
• Previous experience in Quality functional set up, establishment of polices and processes, supplier contracts and reviews:
• Previous experience as a Quality Engineer, preferably in the automotive industry.
• Previous experience as a Supplier Quality Manager.
• Effectiveness in teamwork and communications with suppliers, supply chain, operations and engineering.
• Experience with Automotive Quality Systems, such as APQP, PPAP and ISO 9001:2008, ISO/TS16949 is desirable.
• Preferred knowledge of various Manufacturing & Assembly Processes (predominantly metal stamping and forming, plastics, glass composites (GRP) and rubber molding, machining, cable/connector and electronics etc).
• Preferred experience working with and auditing suppliers (Auditor certification).
• Solid understanding of problem-solving processes and tools, 6-sigma Black Belt a plus.
• Experience in the field of niche vehicle manufacturing a plus.
• Ability to travel nationwide

Quality Manager
Aerospace

Excellent Package / Redditch

Our client is a leading service provider of aerospace components based upon world leading forging, machining and metallurgical skills. Operating from the heart of England, our client has a comprehensive range of design, logistics, forging, machining, processing and kitting services all on one site.

The Role:
Reporting to the Technical Services Manager, this role will focus on the Alloy and Machining areas of the business. As a customer facing role, the ideal candidate must have excellent interpersonal skills as well as the ability to carry out all the technical functions associated with such a role. Suitable candidates will either already have experience in a similar role or be working in a senior quality engineering role and are seeking to progress to a management position.

The ideal candidate will meet the following criteria:

• Be educated to graduate or similar level in an engineering discipline.
• Ideally have experience operating within a high variety, highly regulated, low volume engineering environment.
• Have the ability to drive quality & continuous improvement initiatives.
• Report Quality performance trends, which could affect business performance.
• Carry out frequent reviews of internal and external customers to evaluate and improve the quality of business processes and customer service.
• Develop and continually improves upon standards of service for customers.
• Have experience with AS9100 - Quality Management System.
• Promote the use of improvement techniques to drive the performance of the area towards world-class standards.
• Liase with customers on a regular basis to understand and improve Company Quality and performance partnerships, ensuring customer Quality requirements are achieved.
• Able to meet the needs for out of hours working, ideally living within an easy commutable distance (in case of customer problems).

If you would like to apply for this role we would be delighted to hear from you. Please send a copy of your CV to the email address below along with a covering letter and details of your remuneration package. If you would like to discuss the position, please telephone 01633 877688 and ask for a member of the Executive Recruitment Team.

Supply Chain and Operations Manager
Leamington Spa, Warwickshire
Salary Circa £40 - £55k (Negotiable depending on skills and experience)
Permanent

Our client is the process of establishing themselves as a credible, recognised leader in the provision of specialised vehicles to a worldwide market. A subsidiary to an already successful business, they are seeking to add key members to their management team to drive forward this newly created division.

The Role:
Reporting to the Operations Director, this key role is responsible for the planning and subsequent implementation of all supply chain, logistics and assembly operations. Working closely with the procurement and quality managers to manage the overall supply chain across the company’s primary and module contract assemblers (PCA & MCA), to ensure a seamless link through all transactions and provides a positive impact on new and existing products.

Key Tasks & Responsibilities:
• Initial set up of the supply chain and operations functions
• Managing all Supply Chain activity within the company and interfacing with primary and module contract assemblers.
• Maintaining and improving Supply Chain performance for vehicle products.
• To work with the various cross functional teams to continuously improve and maintain the supply chain using the QCLDM (Quality, Cost, Logistics, Development and Management) metric.
• To take a lead role to ensure all planning activities are integrated to meet customer requirements with stock/inventory controlled at optimum levels to balance lowest cost whilst meeting customer delivery requirements.
• Perform data analysis and issue reports on supply chain performance to ensure the company meets and maintains expected performance levels.
• Ensure supply of all products and parts in line with customer targets and schedules.

The ideal candidate will be able to demonstrate the following:

• Set up Supply Chain functions from scratch, establish polices and processes, supplier & 3PL contracts and reviews.
• Ideally a member of the ILT.
• Previous experience as a logistics and supply chain practitioner.
• Practical experiences as a Logistics/Supply Chain Manager.
• Can demonstrate effectiveness in teamwork and communications in a complex matrix organisation with procurement, suppliers and partners manufacturing assembly operations and engineering.
• Experience with Automotive / Niche Systems and procedures.
• Proven experience and understanding of problem-solving processes tools and techniques.
• Experience in the field of commercial / niche vehicle manufacturing a plus.
• Ability to travel nationwide (own vehicle required)

Purchasing Professional-
Excellent Salary
The Role
Our client, a large manufacturer of high quality furniture. They currently have an exciting new vacancy for a Purchasing Professional. The main responsibilities for this role include the management of a busy purchasing function, sourcing, selecting and approving reliable sources of supply to ensure that the most cost effective, quality purchases are obtained to support the smooth & efficient running of the company.


The ideal candidate
- Must have a proven track record in a similar position and ideally with experience of purchasing timber and buying from the Far East.
- Experience of FSC and PEFC is desirable.
- Must be customer focused and have excellent business acumen.
- Have excellent negotiation skills, the ability to make decisions and numeracy and literacy skills.
- Possess excellent planning skills, be organised, have an eye for detail and be a completer finisher always achieving deadlines.
- Be an effective communicator at all levels and have excellent written communication skills.
- Be degree educated and ideally be a member of CIPS.


If you have the required experience and attributes and are looking for an exciting new challenge, we would like to hear from you. Please send your CV to enquiries@totalhumansolutions.co.uk with details of your current remuneration package.

This role involves the management and co-ordination of the manufacturing processes/critical resources, whilst driving through productivity and efficiency improvements using lean manufacturing techniques. An essential aspect of the role will be to lead and motivate all team members, ensuring all realise their full potential and meet their KPI’s, promoting teamwork and communication at all levels

The successful individual will have a proven track record in a similar position within a manufacturing/engineering environment. Must have the ability, drive and determination to deliver bottom line results and improve upon key business indicators.

The primary purpose of this role will be to ensure that goods and services are produced efficiently, that they are of the right quality, quantity, and cost, and that they are produced on time, to the satisfaction of the customer, at the right price. You will be involved with the following:
• Forward planning
• Drawing up production schedules
• Estimating how long a job will take, costing it, and setting the quality standards
• Monitoring the production processes and adjusting schedules as needed
• Supervising and motivating a team of workers
• Focussing on KPI’s
• Stock control, quality control, health & safety issues

The ideal candidate will have :
• Degree level / relevant qualification
• Previous experience at a senior level in Manufacturing / Production Control
• Able to work to tight deadlines
• Be good at solving problems logically
• Be able to think on their feet
• Communicate well with others
• Have an interest in the production process

Our client is a world-class manufacturer with sites across the UK. As part of an extremely competitive, customer led market, they are constantly driving for improvement in all aspects of the business, particularly Operations.

Recent developments within the group have resulted in the creation of this exciting, challenging role.

Operations Manager
Reporting to the Operations Director, the primary purpose of this role will be the management of Production, Logistics, Engineering, Quality, Administration and Site Security. Success criteria are the achievement of production, quality and logistical targets, health and safety, and the continuous development of personnel and operations.

The ideal candidate will meet the following criteria:
- At least 5 years experience operating at Senior Manager level with a proven track record and a solid background in engineering.
- Excellent, up to date knowledge of modern production processes and the principles of lean manufacturing and continuous improvement.
- Highly customer focused, with an entrepreneurial, profit-driven ethic.
- Able to communicate effectively with employees, colleagues, customers and suppliers.
- Able to demonstrate a strong track record in delivering business performance improvements.
- Able to manage difficult decisions and work to challenging deadlines.
- Strong change manager.
- Able to drive continuous improvement, by seeking new approaches, generating ideas and realising them in practice.
- Strong people management skills.
- Highly numerate and with strong oral and written communication skills.
- Practical, hands-on engineering skills.