SGS

Planning & Operations Lead

SGS  •  £33k/yr  •  Oldbury, GB (Onsite)  •  4 hours ago
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Job 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 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
  • 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

SGS is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and as such we recruit, hire, train, and promote persons in all job classifications without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetics, status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristics protected by law.

APPLY NOW for full consideration, if you are selected for an interview, or further consideration, we will be in touch with you directly.

SGS

About SGS

SGS is the world’s leading Testing, Inspection and Certification company. We operate a network of over 2,500 laboratories and business facilities across 115 countries, supported by a team of 99,500 dedicated professionals. With over 145 years of service excellence, we combine the precision and accuracy that define Swiss companies to help organizations achieve the highest standards of quality, compliance and sustainability.

Our brand promise – when you need to be sure – underscores our commitment to trust, integrity and reliability, enabling businesses to thrive with confidence. We proudly deliver our expert services through the SGS name and trusted specialized brands, including Brightsight, Bluesign, Maine Pointe and Nutrasource.

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Industry
Consulting & Advisory
Company Size
10,000+ employees
Headquarters
Baar, CH
Year Founded
Unknown
Website
sgs.com
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