Lgistics Engineer

Manpower
Gaydon, United Kingdom
7 days ago

Role details

Contract type
Temporary contract
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Working hours
Shift work
Languages
English

Job location

Gaydon, United Kingdom

Tech stack

Microsoft Excel
AutoCAD
Failure Mode Effects Analysis
Power BI
SAP Applications
Data Analytics
Ishikawa

Job description

As a Logistics Engineer, you will develop, implement and optimise end-to-end logistics solutions-from global suppliers through to production line delivery. You will play a key role in ensuring efficient, cost-effective, and lean logistics operations supporting world-class manufacturing standards., * Logistics Process Engineering: Design and optimise material flow, inbound logistics, warehousing, and lineside delivery (kitting, sequencing, JIT, card & call)

  • Industrial Engineering: Conduct time & motion studies, MTM analysis, ergonomic improvements, and layout design using AutoCAD
  • Layout & Capacity Planning: Develop warehouse and production layouts, supporting new model launches (NPI/NML)
  • Problem Solving & Quality: Lead root cause analysis (8D, 5 Whys, Ishikawa) and conduct FMEA risk assessments
  • Cost Modelling & Benchmarking: Build logistics cost models, analyse KPIs, and deliver continuous improvement strategies
  • Project Management: Support cross-functional projects, including system integrations and logistics transformation
  • Stakeholder Engagement: Collaborate with Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Procurement, Quality, and external suppliers/LLPs
  • Data Analytics: Use Power BI, SAP, Excel to monitor delivery performance, stock health, and takt adherence, * Full, valid UK driving licence (travel between Aston Martin sites required)
  • Commitment to health & safety, compliance, and operational excellence If an opportunity to work with one of the world's leading prestige brands in a state-of-the-art manufacturing facility sounds like it could be the next move for you, please apply with your up to date CV or call the Manpower team now on 01604 448400!

Requirements

  • Degree in Logistics, Supply Chain, Industrial or Manufacturing Engineering
  • Strong experience in automotive logistics, warehouse operations, and supply chain management
  • Expertise in:
  • Lean logistics & continuous improvement
  • AutoCAD & layout design
  • MTM / time & motion studies
  • SAP, LN, WMS, TMS systems
  • Power BI / data analytics
  • Proven experience using 8D, FMEA, CCAR, root cause analysis
  • Experience with new model launches (NPI/NML) highly desirable
  • Excellent project management and stakeholder communication skills
  • Experience managing or working with a Lead Logistics Provider (LLP) preferred

Key Behaviours

  • Strong problem-solving and analytical mindset
  • Ability to work in fast-paced, high-pressure environments
  • Confident engaging at all levels of the organisation
  • Proactive, detail-oriented, and results-driven

About the company

For over 110 years, Aston Martin has crafted some of the world's most luxury, high-performance sports cars. This is your opportunity to join a globally recognised brand at the forefront of premium automotive manufacturing.

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