LOGISTICS / DIST SUPPORT V

Job Overview

TE Connectivity's Distribution & Logistics Teams manage the efficient flow of goods, services and information between point of origin through customer placement in order to meet customer requirements or internal business objectives. They create integrated processes among internal functions such as operations, purchasing and logistics, and outside suppliers. They also focus resources on continuous improvement of the movement of materials through various production processes, and establish key performance metrics and benchmarks relating to supply chain planning/forecasting to measure actual performance against goals on a regular basis.

Tasks Summary and Responsibilities

•  Place Purchase Orders and manage Scheduling Agreements with the TE production sites in Europe and ensure finished goods and sellable components are delivered on time to meet the customer’s request dates.
•  Actively manage intercompany orders by pulling in and pushing out as necessary based on changing customer delivery expectations
•  Support Operations regarding the availability of materials
•  Arrange special shipments as necessary
•  Manage the execution of delivery notes
•  Initiate action plans to prevent material shortages ,involve other team members and functions as appropriate
•  Manage allocation issues resulting from limited output from the manufacturing plants or suppliers due to capacity constraints
•  Take a proactive approach to eliminate the risk of material shortages
•  Optimize phase in , phase out planning
•  Provide accurate forecasts weekly ,monthly to suppliers and schedule orders appropriately
•  Actively contribute to the management of an optimized supply chain
•  Develop strong relationships with suppliers (intercompany and outside vendors)
•  Participate in projects to optimize inventory holding
•  Ensure the stock levels in the Morocco warehouse are maintained correctly to meet the needs of customers such as
•  Delphi, Yazaki, Leoni etc and minimise the risk of stock-outs or non-stock movements

What your background should look like:

Educational Degree :

•  A Bachelor or Masters degree majoring in material management or logistics is preferred
• A professional qualification in materials management (e.g. APICS) is preferred 
• A Black or Green belt qualification related to quality systems is beneficial 
• Consideration will be given to non graduates provided they can demonstrate significant in-depth knowledge of materials management processes

Professional Experience :

• Previous work experience in a materials management position preferably within the automotive supplier industry (e.g. with a Tier 1 or 2 supplier) is essential
• A minimum of 5 years materials management experience is required - Supervisory experience and prior experience of leading projects would be of benefit

Special Qualifications,

Knowledge & Skills :

• Extensive knowledge of SAP (especially PP and Purchasing modules) 
• Excellent experience of Microsoft tools (advanced Excel, Word and PowerPoint) and preferably knowledge of databases e.g. Access 
• Fluent in English and French (other languages an advantage) 
• Flexible and results oriented 
• Strong verbal and written communication skills 
• Experience of working in an international environment 
• Experience of working with Vendors 
• Some knowledge of customer service and transportation options 
• Excellent project management skills and able to meet tight deadlines 
• A self starter able to manage projects and interact with colleagues based in other locations , countries

Competencies