Materials & Logistics Team Leader

The Materials and Logistics Team Leader will be responsible for overseeing the daily operations of the materials and logistics team, ensuring efficient material handling, stock accuracy, and timely movement of goods. This role plays a vital part in supporting production operations by maintaining a well-organized and safe materials environment.

What does this role involve day to day?

• Provide leadership, coaching, and motivation to the materials and logistics team to drive performance and foster continuous improvement.
• Assign responsibilities effectively and monitor team output to ensure departmental targets are consistently met.
• Manage the flow and storage of materials to support seamless manufacturing operations.
• Ensure accurate and timely line feeding to avoid production interruptions.
• Develop and maintain systems to monitor material usage and ensure consistent availability.
• Maintain stock accuracy through regular cycle counts and inventory reconciliation processes.
• Investigate and resolve any stock discrepancies in a timely and efficient manner.
• Keep inventory records up to date within the inventory management system.
• Oversee the receipt and dispatch of goods, ensuring shipments are accurate and timely.
• Liaise with internal departments and external partners to ensure efficient logistics coordination.
• Supervise the correct handling, storage, and distribution of raw materials and finished products.
• Coordinate inbound and outbound container schedules to align with production and delivery timelines.
• Ensure container operations are conducted efficiently and in compliance with company and regulatory standards.
• Champion a safety-first culture within the team, promoting awareness and accountability.
• Ensure all materials handling activities comply with relevant health and safety legislation.
• Conduct risk assessments and implement corrective measures to address potential hazards.
• Deliver training and support to team members on safe working practices.
• Continuously seek and implement opportunities for process improvement within the logistics function.
• Apply lean methodologies to drive efficiency and minimize waste.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to streamline materials flow and enhance overall logistics performance.

This will be suited to you if

• You have demonstrable experience in a materials and logistics role within a manufacturing environment, including supervisory or team leadership responsibilities.
• You possess a solid understanding of inventory management systems and associated processes.
• You are well-versed in health and safety regulations relevant to materials handling and logistics operations.
• You have hands-on experience managing containers and coordinating inbound and outbound goods.
• You are proficient in using ERP/MRP systems and Microsoft Office applications to support operational efficiency.

What happens next?

Ordinarily, our Resourcing Team reviews and shortlists CVs. If shortlisted, you’ll speak to one of our Recruiters to discuss the role further. Our interview process usually consists of an initial teams interview followed by an in-person interview. We’ll keep in touch throughout the process but if you have any questions, please get in touch at recruitment@jcb.com.

What’s in it for you?

This is your chance to join a company that values expertise not only in rewards but also in real employee care. At JCB you don’t just get a competitive salary, 33 days’ holiday and access to our company pension—you can also use our onsite gym, in-house doctor, dentist and visiting optician. We have an ULEV car scheme available for our employees too. Then there’s the JCB Rewards Hub, which gives you discounts with high street retailers. Feel like biking to work? There’s our Cycle to Work Scheme.

We value diversity and welcome applications from candidates from all backgrounds. We’re committed to ensuring our recruitment process is fair and inclusive. If you face any accessibility challenges with your online application and require additional support, you have the option of speaking to a member of our Recruitment Team who can support you to complete an application in an alternative format. If you would benefit from this support, please email recruitment@jcb.com, and a member of the team will be in touch.

Recruitment Agencies: JCB does not accept any speculative approaches to present candidates for advertised vacancies.