Senior Logistics Analyst - Co. West Midlands, United Kingdom - Proftech Talent Ltd

Description

Role Title:

Senior Logistics Analyst

Reporting To:

Logistics Manager

Role Purpose:

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

Key Responsibilities

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:

• Department KPI's
• Express Freight - Breakdown / Manage
• Stock Adjustments / Cycle counts for Finished goods & yearly Stock take.
• Production planning and monitoring daily.
• Daily production meetings.
• Provide holiday cover for the Powder / Raw Materials department & manage container loads/orders.
• Holiday, absence & business cover for Logistics Manager
• EDI/ASN SAP management & customer order integrity.
• Order book overview weekly.
• Lead Despatch Team including holidays & overtime in absence of Logistics Manager.
• To be instrumental in leading new projects in line with department & company requirements.

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.

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

Qualifications or Functional Experience

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

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

Previous Supervisory role within a Manufacturing environment

System or Knowledge

SAP Sales & Distribution Knowledge is essential.

Freight Forwarding knowledge.

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

Good presentation skills

Understanding of principles of Six Sigma / Lean

Team and self-motivated

Adaptable and flexible with workload

Organized

Able to work under pressure.

Excellent communications skills

Full driving license

Passport