Job Purpose:
The Logistics Operation Specialist will follow on a daily basis the logistics activities for Bridgestone South Region, with the aim to ensure superior service at optimal costs for Bridgestone’s customers and internal stakeholders.
Main Responsibilities:
* Play an active role in the South Region logistic team to assure 3PLs respect expected standards and excellent performance at optimum cost.
* Work closely with supply planning and customer service teams to ensure resources are in place to manage operational volumes and throughput.
* Ensure robust communication channels are maintained for impacted stakeholders.
* Follow daily all operational processes to meet customer needs and solve issues.
* Set priority for inbound and manage inbound schedule with sources.
* Monitor warehousing interface to ensure data availability and consistency.
* Assure accurate inventory management (stock control; stock in transit; discrepancy adjustment; DOT management).
* Support reporting activities & KPI tracking related to Logistics flow to assure effective PDCA and recovery plan implementation.
Capabilities:
* Strong analytical and problem-solving skills; ability to cope with various and changing customer demands.
* Highly numerate with ability to analyze and interpret data to improve operations.
* Ability to synthesize and communicate outcomes of analysis clearly and effectively.
* Systems literate, preferably with working knowledge of SAP, Warehouse Management Systems, Track & Trace tools.
* Advanced XLS, SQL experience desired.
* Flexibility and adaptability to changes when job demands it.
* Fluent in English.
* Project management skills.
Preferred Experience:
* Supply Chain or Business related Master’s degree.
* 1 to 2 years of supply chain experience.
* Direct experience with service provider contract negotiation and operations.
* Advanced XLS, PowerBi experience preferred.
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