The Distribution Engineering Analyst will support Engineering & Operational activities and projects across Europe. Primary responsibilities will include supporting Warehouse execution activities, operational IT changes, operational processes, and inventory analyses.
This position supports our Distribution Operations, across 6 warehouses and 4 3PL locations with a team of more than 150 warehouse operations employees and handling more than 2.6 million lines per year.
Key responsibilities
- Use ERP/WMS system to analyse and supervise inventory storage and set-up across the DC network to ensure efficiency and productivity of the supply chain operations.
- Ensure compliance of inventory storage to regulatory requirements and company policies (Chemical, Cold Chain and consumables)
- Ensure ERP/WMS IT projects are delivered with a high standard to avoid any operational issues during implementation.
- Support and provide input into new DC sites and CAPEX projects where required such as warehouse storage design, automation, MHE selection etc.
- Ensure Warehouse operational interfaces are managed appropriately.
- Ensure all WMS IT changes are tested in line with the IT deployment schedule.
- Lead and support continuous improvement agenda through use of PPI tools.
Key knowledge, skills and abilities
- Knowledge and experience of ERP/WMS systems (example - IBS, SAP, Manhattan, Red Prairie or other best in breed). with strong data-analytical background.
- Strong data analysis & problem-solving skills.
- Solid understanding of distribution, warehousing and supply chain activities.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Project, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, Visio).
- Ability to work in a multi-functional European team and Willingness to travel (10-20%).
- Proficient in English language - French and/or German a plus.
- Good interpersonal, communication, and interaction skills, both verbal and written.
- Highly organized with solid attention to detail.
Beneficial
- Microsoft Access database and Power BI
- SQL data base knowledge including writing queries
- Experience working with a quality management system (ISO)
- Continuous improvement experience qualifications (Lean, PPI, MOST, 5S etc.)
- Project management experience
- AutoCAD experience
Minimum requirements and experience
- A Degree in Supply Chain / Logistics, or relevant field Or Technical apprenticeship coupled with equivalent training and experience (NVQ, HND, HNC etc)
- Strong ERP/WMS experience - (example - IBS, SAP, Manhattan, Red Prairie or other best in breed).
- Background of project management with full cycle of responsibilities.
