MAJOR SPECIFIC DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES:
The primary focus is on the performance, optimization and quality of the distribution and transportation activities related to delivery of our products to customers, to assure conformance to all standards, compliance and regulatory affairs.
1.Manage and ensure operational excellence and business activities of 3PL's/freight forwarders in Asia, in all aspects of performance (warehousing, inventory accuracy, transportation, import/export brokerage, etc.).
2.KPI development and tracking.
3.Direct management of Suzhou DC and support of all other Littelfuse Asian distribution centers.
4.Assist the Global team to standardize operations and implement policies.
5.Identify and recommend changes in the distribution network to improve service and cost.
6.Leadership for Asian logistics Best Practices and benchmarking.
7.Establish detailed Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) in conjunction with the global team and in compliance with with ISO/QS/TS requirements.
8.Leads region in developing quality programs, methods and or systems that ensure problem identification, resolution and drives measurable continuous imporvement in conjunction with the global team.
9.P & L responsibilities, including planning and forecasting budgets, and managing within budget guidelines.
SECONDARY DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES:
1.Provide a resource for in-house consultancy to the Business Units for Supply Chain best practices.
2.Provide technical and operational support for logistics functions.
3.Support integration projects and company initiatives.
4.Develop supplier routing guides.
5.Develop KPI's, identify and improve processes, and coordinate implementation of best practices.
FACTORS:
KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS REQUIRED:
1.Capable of managing all aspects of complex projects including timelines, budgets, personnel, interactions with supporting members from all areas of the company.
2.Highly proficient oral and written English language communication skills required. Must possess the ability to interact with all levels of management in multiple countries.
3.Bi-lingual English/Chinese (Mandarin) required. Additional language skills a plus.
4.Ability to sufficiently grasp and internalize complex abstract ideas, and effectively communicate those ideas to laymen and peer's.
5.Ability to both lead and participate as a cross-functional team member.
6.Ability to make effective decisions, both with and without constraints to available information.
7.Experienced leader, able to motivate associates.
8.Knowledge of distribution best practices.
9.Experience in managing a warehouse or 3rd party warehouse operations.
10.Experience in managing remote distribution centers and associates.
11.SAP R/3 experience, especially in warehousing using both inventory management and warehouse management functions.
12.Must be able to travel up to 50%.
13.Advanced Proficiency with MS Windows/MS Office Access, Excel, FrontPage, Word, Project, and Visio.
14.Must be of a legal/citizenship status that allows travel internationally on short notice to/from one or more of the following countries:
USA
Mexico
Ireland
Netherlands
Germany
Korea
Japan
China
Philippines
Singapore
Taiwan
SOURCES OF KNOWLEDGE:
1.Master's degree preferred in a technical or business field (Logistics, Engineering, Operations Management, Business Administration) or equivalent work experience.
2.Project management experience preferred.
3.Knowledge of and experience with Import/Export Compliance and Regulations.
4.Previous 3PL management/warehouse management.
RESPONSIBILITY FOR COST:
Responsible for developing cost center 810015050 annual budget for approval by Global Logistics Director.
Must manage and direct assigned activities to achieve stated goals and objectives within established budgetary constraints.
Effective prosecution of these job responsibilities will lead to significant favorable impact on cost efficient supply-chain operations overall.
ACCOUNTABILITY:
Directly accountable to the Global Logistics Director.
AUTHORITY:
As conditions warrant, directs activities of associates temporarily assigned to projects and/or outside contract professionals.
PERSONALITY
High integrity and morals
Articulate, personable, and outgoing.
Demonstrates excellent listening skills.
Maintains relationships with both internal and external customers to the highest professional standards.
Enjoys the challenges presented by pro-actively driving positive change.
Excellent collaborative skills.
Highly motivated self-starter.
Willingness to take direction and present alternatives in appropriate situations.
Willingness to take ownership for the tasks/projects assigned. |