Logistics Manager at Rotork — Chennai, India

About The Role

Purpose of the Job:
Logistics Engineering is the process of:

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