JOB SUMMARY :
A member of the Supply Chain and Logistics team in charge of coordinating adapted logistics solutions from shipment schedule to effective delivery to customer for Finished Goods and Parts products. Propose and set up logistics solutions, meeting the logistics operational goals, customers and business requirements in line with EU and non-EU regulations and best practices.
Liaise with the 3rd Party Logistics partner, transportation partners, customer service, Demand and Supply Planning team, Sales Operations and European Field Engineers. High percentage of the Service Parts orders are urgent orders for break down situation which must be shipped same day within agreed cut off time in the evening.
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES
Provide support to internal and external customers and interact with Customer Order Service
- Support customer service in their demands and set up appropriate logistics actions
- Confirm status of delivery and expected delivery dates
- Provide proof of delivery when requested
- Provide adequate information about transportation price quotes
- Handle customers complaints and organize product replacement when requested
- Investigate root cause analysis for warehouse and transportation claims
- Organize returns collection and handle returns when received by the warehouse
- Act as customer service for intercompany customers : receive and handle claims, create returns and credits
Organize shipments
Work with the Demand and Supply Planning team to understand product availability and schedule shipments to match with constraints and customer / business requirementsOrganize logistics operations together with the warehouse, coordinate special packing and special delivery instructionsOrganize transportation solutions in line with transportation team directives : collect quotations, book transport, optimize loads, coordinate shipments with forwarders, and provide instructions for deliveryArrange, as required, same day shipments or any other special shipments with carrier and / or 3rd Party Logistics partner. Obtain required approval as neededSolve issues with logistics and transportation partners to ensure timely and quality delivery to internal and external customersUnderstand activity variability for the warehouse and take appropriate actions to ensure all shipments happen on timeIssue and archive shipping documentation
Issue and verify documentation in line with EU and non-EU regulation, country and customer specific requirements to all partners (Incoterms, gross / net weight, etc.)Manage logistics part of letter of credits, organize inspectionsEnsure customs documents are cleared within a timely manner, send reminders to forwarders, solve issues and provide adequate alternative proofs when neededProjects and continuous improvement
Drive productivity improvementsSupport network change, specific process implementationParticipate in projects impacting logistics activitiesFocus on issues, identify root cause and build corrective and preventive actions plansMaintain tracking files updated in order to allow performances measurement and process improvements (export shipment dashboard, return and claims follow up, open customs document follow up, etc.)KEY / CRITICAL SKILLS & COMPETENCIES
Self-motivating individual with very good problem-solving skills, able to work as part of a team and on own initiative, proactively seeks best practices, able to work in a virtual teamManage effectively the information flow with the key operational contacts, internal and externalRespond in a timely manner when asked for warehousing related supportCustomer focusedResistant to stress. Able to work under time pressure to manage high volume of red emergency orders within short time frameAble to define and manage prioritiesGood knowledge and understanding of EU and non EU regulationsRigorous, attention to detail, seeking for root causeCapable of cost efficient working, of applying lean principles, and avoid over-structuringAble to support any unique situation, in respect of legal and required proceduresAble to handle workload variationEfficient work management between daily routine activities, unplanned situations and projectsREQUIRED EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE
Certified Logistics specialist with at least 2 years in international Logistics and / or international Supply Chain experience.Experienced knowledge of transport regulations and international import and export trade rulesDangerous goods handling and documentation issuingAdvanced MS office skills, especially Excel, PowerPointSAP Order To Cash knowledgeAdvanced level in English, ability to communicate effectively in multi countries / sites environmentLean and 6 Sigma oriented with a good knowledge of main quality tools (process map, root cause analysis)Experienced knowledge of Import / Export compliance rules and regulations is a plus