Overview
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.
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
Seniority level
* Mid-Senior level
Employment type
* Full-time
Job function
* Management and Manufacturing
* Industries: Staffing and Recruiting
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