Logistics Supervisor

at  SHW PUMPS ENGINE COMPONENT INC

DEMONSTRATED QUALIFICATIONS

• A high school diploma / GED and 5+ years of working experience in a related field
• Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management, business, or industrial engineering preferred
• Minimum of 5 years working experience as supervisor or similar position in an automotive industry
• Understanding and knowledge of planning, shipping, warehouse management and inventory systems
• Good decision making and negotiation skills
• Ability to identify and evaluate complex problems and implement solutions
• Strong administration, organizational, supervisory and interpersonal skills
• Excellent communication and networking skills as well as strong analytical and problem solving skills
• Proficient in working with Microsoft Office applications, such as Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook
• Experienced in supply chain management and logistics area
• Proven SAP experience, especially in logistics and warehousing
• Expertise in implementation of warehouse and logistics concepts
• Forklift driving license is an asset
• Clean and accurate handling of materials
• Structured method of working
• Lean Management skills and VSM knowledge
• Ability to work in a team

• Manage and supervise a team of logistics personnel
• Oversee supply chain operations as well as internal and external logistics
• Evaluate, develop and implement a new logistics and warehouse concept
• Participate in the development and implementation of goals, objectives, policies, and priorities of the organization
• Plan, organize and execute infrastructural projects
• Build and maintain relationship with vendors and customers
• Look for process improvements, implement logistical strategies to meet production and shipping deadlines, manage resources efficiently and develop cost-savings initiatives
• Supervise supply chain procurement, order fulfillment, warehouse management and inventory management
• Adapt and improve logistics processes and procedures in SAP by using best practices
• Track and monitor shipments and deliveries to ensure timely arrival
• Negotiate contracts with freight carriers and vendors to ensure cost-efficiency and further savings potentials