Logistics Manager

Purpose of the Job:

Logistics Engineering is the process of:

• Data purification & analysis of the Plan for Every Part (PFEP)
• Warehouse storage design & Assembly Point-of-Use (POU) design
• Machinery & equipment design and procurement
• Workforce & equipment planning
• Logistics process design
• Inventory transfer & rearrangement planning
• Integration of supply chain requirements into warehouse design.

What is the Warehouse Strategy

• To deliver world class warehouse processes and an empowered culture using Rotork core principles. With global governance and visual reporting
• To create standardised processes in all Rotork plant’s and selling entities
• Improve efficiency and create global reporting for all plants and selling entities where applicable
• Strategy is broken down into 6 modules
  • Warehouse Blueprint
  • Cycle count
  • Reporting and Governance
  • Warehouse Transformation
  • Warehouse Safety
  • D365 Deployment

Benefits of Warehouse Strategy

• Reduction of production downtime, through the deployment of cycle count for inventory accuracy and improved efficiency through intelligent layout of warehouses
• Review of packaging to improve sustainability and minimise space required for shipping to reduce costs
• Capturing of warehouse operations with the tools required to carry out improvements
• Standardised processes throughout the group to drive relatable metrics for site comparisons
• Better inventory management: With a detailed understanding of each part and component required for manufacturing, supply chain organizations can reduce inventory carrying costs and minimize the risk of stockouts through PFEP.

Key Responsibilities and Outcomes:

• Execute the Site Logistics Transformation for sites including selling entities in APAC
• Deployment and governance of cycle count in APAC factories
• Deliver and support the Global warehouse strategy across APAC sites
• Work with 3rd parties to provide warehouse storage and designs to optimise storage
• Support sites with training on key processes to ensure smooth transition. E.g. Cycle Count, warehouse systems
• Utilise the PFEP workbook to implement Logistics development programmes to deliver ongoing efficiency targets such as supplier development, packaging initiatives, automation and general Lean Continuous Improvement practices.
• Execute Rotork Business System Audits, develop GAP analysis detail and deliver & execute a programme to remove gaps.
• Provide knowledge transfer & continued support for business processes to Rotork Factory sites and selling entities
• Work with Subject Matter Experts to define/validate/sign off requirements/deliverables to ensure our solution meets design intentions.
• Carry out site assessments before and during their warehouse journey to identify progress and blockages to transition
• Maintain and develop business process maps for Logistics operations.

Essential

• Minimum 5 years working in Logistics/Warehouse management and Logistics Engineering.
• Experience of manufacturing material management and replenishment procedures.
• Comfort working in a high-pressure environment, in agile and dynamic way to tackle unexpected & emerging issues.
• Demonstrable track record, and sufficient gravitas and experience, to deliver positive, high impact business outcomes and change.
• Experience managing senior internal & external stakeholders to provide information, drive decisions and resolve issues.

Desirable

• Rotork Operations Experience
• Experience of D365