Imports Outbound Analyst

​Position Description:

• The client Trading Division is a unique team within the business that has a core function to buy, move and sell products around the world in support of the client global manufacturing activities.

• The Trading Division Imports function enables the business to import Chinese & Indian produced components for use in our UK and European manufacturing facilities.

• As an Imports Outbound Analyst, you'll be the daily point of contact for the client plants.

• You'll ensure all plant deliverables are managed and parts are shipped the client plant or Deconsolidation Centres on time, in full and within targets.

• The role will also involve supporting the contract management of service providers.

• This is a customer-facing role primarily responsible for managing the relationship with TD Imports customers.

• The outbound team oversees the operations process and is critical to facilitating a seamless handoff of customer demand through the E2E process as enabler to an efficient outbound process through accurate control and data alignment.

• The positions requires knowledge of both inbound, outbound, customer and central TD processes and a large degree of interaction with all teams in both daily operations

  Skills Required:

• SAP Knowledge & able to use

• Strong analytical and MS Excel Skills

• Ability to quickly understand and challenge Logistics processes

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Key Accountabilities and Responsibilities

• Complete shipping and SAP tasks required to achieve 100% on time and in full delivery of parts supply to all 12 UK & EU customers.

• Ensure accuracy and adherence to schedule releases, shipping and export standards

• Monitor/ Control and Reporting of parts stocks and shipping status in line with Schedule parameters

• Time and Quality and escalate issues transparently where appropriate

• Work on the Pre-production volume requirements and parts run-outs, including management of New Parts for Model Year and Running Change requirements

• Work closely with 3PL to resolve any supply issues Help resolve any change requests required to SAP systems to optimise the processes

• Maintain contact with customers and freight forwarders, optimising trailer utilisation and monitoring dock adherence Resolve SAP IDOC's failures related to Operations issues

• Support the Outbound premium freight process

• Liaison with cross-functional teams to ensure the stock levels are maintained at the correct level to maintain production when parts issues are identified

• Undertake any other work as directed by their line manager in connection with their job as may be requested

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Experience Required:

• Previous experience in Material Planning / Logistics, preferably from within Motor Manufacturing / FMCG or Supply Base Industry

• Experience and/or knowledge of working with SAP is an advantage

• Experience of Customer Relationship Management

• Understanding of Manufacturing production methods desirable

• Good problem solving techniques and understanding of lean manufacturing principals

• Good understanding of production processes

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Personal Profile Essential:

• An individual who is results driven with the ability to deliver operational plans in a highly demanding environment

• An individual with the ability to prioritise their work load

• A good communicator with the ability to communicate complex ideas

• An effective team player who supports team members

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Essential:

• Ability to quickly understand and challenge

• Logistics processes ERP Systems knowledge (SAP / CMMS3 / other)

• Strong analytical and MS Excel Skills

• Relevant degree or equivalent experience preferred Ability to demonstrate problem solving ability/techniques and benefit contribution

Desirable:

• Previous experience in Material Planning / Logistics, preferably from within Motor Manufacturing / FMCG or Supply Base Industry

• Experience and/or knowledge of working with SAP is an advantage

• Experience of Customer Relationship Management

• Understanding of Manufacturing production methods desirable

• Good problem solving techniques and understanding of lean manufacturing principals

• Good analytical skills in data control and understanding of production processes