Planning & Operations Lead

Company Description

We are SGS – the world's leading testing, inspection and certification company. We are recognized as the global benchmark for sustainability, quality and integrity. Our 99,600 employees operate a network of 2,600 offices and laboratories, working together to enable a better, safer and more interconnected world. Our brand promise – when you need to be sure – underscores our commitment to trust, integrity and reliability.

SGS’s Business Assurance division helps companies build trust and manage risk through certification, audits, training, and advisory services - empowering them to meet global standards and boost performance.

Job Description

Job Title: Planning & Administration Team Leader

Job Type: Permanent

Location: Oldbury

Hours: 8.30am to 5pm Monday to Friday

Salary: from £33,000 pa DOE

Industry: Business Assurance

Overview

Line manage the QHSE scheduling teams of Contract Reviewers, thorough and efficient operational support services are provided to the UK BA team

Develop and maintain resource planning strategies in order to optimise resource allocation and utilisation.

Ensure all contracts are successfully delivered on-time, and in compliance with global procedures and operational KPIs.

To support and deputise for the Planning & Administration Manager as and when required in their absence to ensure continuity of service levels and quality of output at all times.

Qualifications

The ideal candidate for this role is someone who has experience in a similar role - within schedule management, resource planning, and the proficient use in planning software and tools - preferably within a certification environment.

You will also have the following:

Qualification in business administration, operations management, or related field

Experience in creating contracts

Advanced user in MS Office - especially excel

Experience in managing teams

Full driving license for use in the UK

Additional Information

At SGS, we believe in rewarding our employees for their hard work and commitment. As part of our team, you would be eligible for:

Performance related bonus (discretionary and subject to eligibility criteria)

Private medical cover (immediate access)

Competitive pension scheme + Life Assurance

Generous Annual Leave allowance (increasing with service) plus bank holidays

An additional day off for your birthday