Logistics Engineer

SUMMARY:
MAIN PURPOSE OF THE ROLE:
The Logistics Engineer is responsible for designing and implementing common contract logistics processes and driving continuous improvement initiatives. The Logistics Engineer works in a continuous improvement role to optimize contract logistics operations based on an understanding of client needs, distribution network strategy, transportation strategy, manufacturing strategy and inventory deployment strategy. This role is also responsible for maintaining financial and engineering metrics that will meet or exceed performance goals and identify and execute continuous improvement opportunities.

POSITION INFO:
DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
Research/Analysis:
Ensures all system functionality is configured to optimize performance (e.g., warehouse management, labor management, slotting and reporting applications)
Performs special research or technical studies critical to logistic support functions
Performs cost/benefit trade-off analysis and develops ROI business cases for recommended projects involving process, system or technology change
Manages/Leads Relationships with key System Software suppliers
Warehouse Management Systems: Knowledge of key functions and features of systems used by the client, in support of solutions development, sales activities and implementations;
Analysis and recommendations: 1) Data (analysis, comparison, sense checking), 2) Processes (supporting business objectives, complete, accurate, relevant, error proofed, common exceptions covered, measurable),3) Facilities (best practices, flow, flexibility, compliance);

Continual Improvement Processes:
Understands and applies the 5 LEAN principles including but not limited to workflow smoothing, JIT, Jidokaand Pull
Facilitates LEAN methodology and recommends solutions to specific business case issues
Maintains subject matter expertise in proven industry methods and tools such as SixSigma, Design for SixSigma, Value-Stream Mapping and 5S
Works with leadership to drive continual improvement programs, Kaizen events, and CAPA workshops/processes
Sets the standard for innovation within operational problem solving
Illustrates continual improvement successes in a case study before & after format that quantifies value and documents actions taken for future reapplication
Leads System Support Team from a Business process engineering perspective
Develops/Maintains/Improves internal ABC Model ref. accuracy / assumptions / applicability
Transport Network Optimization, Cost Analysis, Pricing, Utilization - Analysis

Project Management:
Determines feasibility of projects factoring costs, available space, schedule limitations, company goals, technical requirements and economic factors
Project Management: Plan, document, execute, monitor, control and close projects using established by the clients PM principles and tools, and ensuring effective communication with all stakeholders
Develops and implements project activities plans and timelines, coordinate subcontractors, facility management and field service personnel, and resolve problems in area of logistics to ensure meeting of contractual commitments


JOB-RELATED REQUIREMENTS:
2-4 years of industrial engineering experience needed in a supply chain environment
Bachelor’s Degree in Industrial Engineering
Strong organizational skills and the ability to handle multiple responsibilities
Exceptional analytical skills and ability to pay attention to detail
Strong project management skills
Able to develop and deliver presentations to managers and executives
Informed of technical changes and industry trends

Computer Skills:
- Advanced Proficiency in MS Office Applications, particularly MS Access
SQL Knowledge beneficial
- Some exposure to a WMS needed
- Ability to use computer-assisted engineering and design software and equipment like AutoCAD, MS-Project, Visio, etc.

Language Skills:
- English (reading, writing, verbal)
- Must possess excellent communications skills, must be self-motivated and a team player
- Strong writing skills with experience documenting design methodologies to create logistics solutions and responses to RFP’s

Mathematical Skills
- Advanced

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations or Professional Designations
- SAIIE accreditation will be an added advantage

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