Logistics Engineer

Welcome to CDE Global

CDE Global is the leading provider of wet processing equipment for quarries, mines and recycling operations on the global market. The CDE equipment range has applications across a wide range of materials and is delivering significant efficiencies in the construction and recycling, mining, specialist industrial sands and environmental sectors.

Location:

C D E Global, 370 Doagh Road (Monkstown, Northern Ireland). This position is based in Monkstown, Northern Ireland.

The Logistics Engineer is responsible for designing, implementing, and optimising stores and logistics processes, with a key focus on establishing and sustaining a Plan for Every Part (PFEP) programme. The role ensures that technical, systems, and process requirements are fully defined and effectively managed to drive efficiency, accuracy, and service performance across the stores and logistics function. The Logistics Engineer will lead improvement projects and work cross‑functionally to deliver continuous operational excellence.

• Develop, implement, and maintain a comprehensive PFEP programme covering all materials
• Define optimal storage methods, replenishment strategies, and material flow for each part
• Ensure data accuracy and governance for PFEP across all relevant systems
• Collaborate with Procurement, Planning, Engineering, and Operations to standardise part‑level planning

• Design and optimise stores layouts, material flows, and handling processes
• Define standard operating procedures (SOPs) for all stores and logistics activities
• Ensure efficient material receipt, storage, picking, and dispatch processes
• Analyse current operations and implement improvements to maximise throughput and accuracy

• Define and manage functional and technical system requirements for Stores and Logistics (e.g., ERP/MRP, WMS)
• Work closely with IT teams to implement system enhancements and ensure alignment to operational needs
• Drive system utilisation to improve visibility, tracking, and control of inventory and logistics activities
• Ensure data integrity across all systems supporting stores and logistics

• Lead and deliver improvement projects to enhance performance, reduce cost, and increase service levels
• Apply lean principles and problem‑solving methodologies (e.g., root cause analysis, Kaizen)
• Identify and eliminate waste within stores and logistics processes
• Monitor and report on improvement initiatives and benefits realisation

• Work closely with Operations, Quality, Engineering, Procurement, Planning, and IT teams
• Support production requirements by ensuring materials are available efficiently and reliably
• Act as a subject‑matter expert for stores and logistics processes and systems

• Define and track KPIs to measure logistics and stores performance
• Analyse performance data and implement corrective actions where required
• Provide regular updates to senior stakeholders on performance and improvement initiatives

• PFEP completeness and accuracy
• Inventory accuracy and stock integrity
• Material availability to production
• Stores efficiency (pick rates, space utilisation, throughput)
• Logistics cost and performance
• System utilisation and data accuracy
• Improvement project delivery (time, cost, impact)

• To adhere to CDE policy and practice
• To carry out any other duties within reason and capability associated with this role

• Experience in logistics engineering, supply chain, or warehouse optimisation role
• Strong understanding of PFEP principles and material planning methodologies
• Experience with ERP/MRP and/or Warehouse Management Systems (WMS)
• Proven track record of delivering process improvements and projects
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills
• Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills
• Highly analytical and detail‑oriented
• Proactive and solution‑focused
• Able to influence and drive change across teams
• Strong organisational and project management skills
• Continuous improvement mindset

• Experience in a manufacturing environment
• Lean / Six Sigma qualification (Green Belt or equivalent)
• Knowledge of warehouse design and material handling solutions
• Understanding of transport and logistics networks

Friday 17th July 2026

Full time

Based on Experience