Logistics Analyst

General Job Description:

The role is to plan production and shipments of all aftermarket customers and assist with serial overflow.  Problem solving and the ability to work in the immediacy of a Tier 1 automotive supply chain are key requirements in this role whose core objectives are to ensure production is planned smoothly, finished stocks are maintained and shipments take place on time and in full as required. 

The role requires developing relationships with Manufacturing and other internal functions in addition to building a relationship with Customer Contacts.

Role & Responsibilities:

• Final assembly scheduling for aftermarket customers
• Customer liaison and planning of dispatches
• Monitoring and ensuring availability of customer packaging
• Oversee EDI communications including the issuing of Customer ASNs
• Creation of short term sales forecasts and medium term capacity planning (with master production scheduler) using customer schedules
• Manage performance measures from the end customer, tracking scores and responding to issues as raised
• To work within a team environment, applying continuous improvement and DOS lean methodology wherever possible.
• Ensure long horizon forecast is obtained from customers and loaded into SAP
• Develop and Execute Strategies and action plans to address gap in delivery
• Manage Internal and External Escalation Process within Light Axle Plants
• Manage COGI report daily
• Assist Master Production Scheduler with production works orders.

Education & Experience Requirements:

• National Diploma in Logistics or equivalent relevant tertiary qualification
• 3-5 years Supply Chain Experience within similar role.
• Due to the fast paced nature of this role, candidates must have previous, relevant Supply Chain experience ideally in a Tier 1 automotive environment.
• Ability to work under pressure within a team environment.
• Exceptional PC skills essential including MS Excel and ERP systems.
• Ability to communicate to all levels in both this and customer and supplier organizations
• Experience of production control and of managing supply situations.

Core Competencies:

Strategy - Ability to think and act in a strategic way

• Can lead & act consistent with the company’s strategy and values
• Able to demonstrate strategic problem solving, good decision making and sound judgment based upon data
• Demonstrates sound business and technical acumen
• Shows a high degree of intellectual rigor during problem solving

Talent – Ability to build and develop talent

• Demonstrates ability to develop self and others
• Shows evidence of continuous learning
• Demonstrates performance leadership

Approach – Ability to demonstrate an effective approach to engagement and problem solving

• Actively present on the shopfloor promoting / educating / communicating regarding critical warranty impact on business
• Energised, enthusiastic and positive approach to every day
• Able to build trust and engage others
• Can build or contribute to an inclusive team environment
• Demonstrates strong interpersonal communications
• Exhibits a strong professional presence

Results – Ability to achieve planned results

• Demonstrates a strong customer focus through planning, actions and communication
• Acts with initiative and urgency
• Shows the ability to be a change leader with adaptability and continuous improvement
• Ability to hold oneself and other accountable for results
• Demonstrates the ability to leverage all available resources to achieve results