Senior Logistics Analyst

Job Description

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Role Title:

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Senior Logistics Analyst

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Reporting To:

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Logistics Manager

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Role Purpose:

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To take a lead role in the day to day running of the Logistics Department and to deputise in the absence of the Logistics Manager

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Key Responsibilities

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The role of the Senior Logistics Analyst will be responsible for supporting the Logistics Manager. They will play a vital role in driving forward the Logistics and Despatch areas with new strategies in an ever-changing environment. They will be seen as a direct support for the Logistics Manager and second in line within the Logistics' team. This role will be responsible for the following functions within the Logistics' department:

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• Department KPI's
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• Express Freight - Breakdown / Manage
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• Stock Adjustments / Cycle counts for Finished goods & yearly Stock take.
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• Production planning and monitoring daily.
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• Daily production meetings.
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• Provide holiday cover for the Powder / Raw Materials department & manage container loads/orders.
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• Holiday, absence & business cover for Logistics Manager
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• EDI/ASN SAP management & customer order integrity.
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• Order book overview weekly.
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• Lead Despatch Team including holidays & overtime in absence of Logistics Manager.
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• To be instrumental in leading new projects in line with department & company requirements.
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You will be experienced in using SAP within the Sales and Distribution process (EDI/ASN experience) and have previous experience in Production planning. You will have knowledge of freight forwarding and customer interface. Strong communication skills are essential with the ability to meet challenges head on and be proactive in resolving customer/production issues.

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This is an excellent opportunity for someone to join a fast-paced manufacturing Company.

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Qualifications or Functional Experience

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· Qualifications in either Freight Forwarding or Materials Management Diploma level or equivalent.

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· At least 3 years experience in an automotive / manufacturing environment within a Logistics Role

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· Previous Supervisory role within a Manufacturing environment

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System or Knowledge

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· SAP Sales & Distribution Knowledge is essential.

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· Freight Forwarding knowledge.

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· Good IT Skills and is therefore competent in using Excel / Word / PowerPoint

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· Good presentation skills

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· Understanding of principles of Six Sigma / Lean

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· Team and self-motivated

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· Adaptable and flexible with workload

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· Organized

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· Able to work under pressure.

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· Excellent communications skills

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· Full driving license

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· Passport

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