Sr Supervisor, Logistics
Sr Supervisor, Logistics
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About Us:
How many companies can say they have been in business for over 177 years!
Here at ZEISS we certainly can! As the pioneers of science ZEISS handles the ever-changing environments in a fast-paced world meeting it with cutting edge technologies and continuous advancements. ZEISS believes that innovation and technology are the key to a sustainable future and solutions for global change. We have a diverse range of portfolios throughout the ZEISS family in segments like Industrial Quality & Research Medical Technology Consumer Markets and Semiconductor Manufacturing Technology. We are a global company with over 42000 employees and have over 4000 in the US and Canada alone! Make a difference come join the team!
Whats the role
The Logistics Manager at Zeiss Chesterfield plays a pivotal role on the Supply Chain Team by directing the team directly responsible for all inventory movements to ensure accuracy systems integrity and customer satisfaction. This position requires strong organizational skills attention to detail and excellent communication abilities. This position collaborates closely with Planning Purchasing Production Customer Service Finance and Accounting. The Receiving Kitting Material Handling Shipping and Inventory Control Lead roles report directly to this position.
Sound Interesting
Heres what youll do:
Build develop and manage the Receiving team to ensure the same day all inbound shipments arrive they are accurately:
Received
Validated (item quantity PO)
Labelled (item and lot bar codes)
Put-away (physically and systematically located)
Build develop and manage the Kitting team to ensure production is fully supported with materials to prevent any slowdown delay or stoppage due to lack of materials including but not limited to:
Printing Work Orders and Pick Lists for all orders outlined in the finite schedule.
Picking inventory using FIFO kitting and staging the inventory Pick Lists indicate are needed for production.
Create and complete manual cycle counts for items with inaccurate inventory levels during picking.
Reviewing the inventory levels of all consumables in the production area to ensure adequate inventory is available.
Reviewing the inventory levels of all Kanban locations on the production floor for items needed to satisfy production scrap needs.
Build develop and manage the Shipping team to ensure all sales orders are accurately picked packed labelled and shipped the same day they are committed and communicated by Customer Service.
Lead the development of process improvements and direct the documentation and implementation of changes that increase efficiencies system utilization inventory accuracy and use of industry best practices. Includes:
The development publishing and management of inventory control KPIs
Implement the use of new tools or software which will increase efficiency and accuracies associated with inventory movements (both physical and systematic)
Build and manage a robust cross-training system which facilitates the development of team members while increasing work force flexibility and collaboration amongst all material handling functions.
Develop and implement a formal cycle count process to monitor the accuracy of our physical and systematic inventory including:
Establishment of A B C designations for all inventoried items
Guarantees all items are counted at least one to four times each year
Implementing a robust process for investigating documenting approving and systematically reconciling inventory discrepancies.
Utilizing the cycle count results data to perform root cause analysis as part of a continuous improvement process.
Develop and implement an annual physical inventory count process and direct team through the execution of the process to check the accuracy of our physical and systematic inventory including:
Counting all items in all locations.
Implementing a robust process for investigating documenting approving and systematically reconciling inventory discrepancies.
Acting as primary contact for auditors (internal finance or outside auditors) when reviewing inventory controls and accuracy results.
Establish a process for managing all ad hoc inventory discrepancy investigations including:
Root cause analysis
Solution development and implementation to prevent future inventory inaccuracies.
SOP updates and training of all team members responsible for performing all inventory transactions.
Use of control measures to analyze the effectiveness of the implemented solutions.
Supports and guides how 5S methodologies can be applied to improve the appearance efficiency and accuracy associated with areas that control inventory.
Ad hoc tasks as assigned by the department manager or another management team member.
Do you qualify
Bachelors degree in supply chain management business management logistics or a related field
5 years of management experience with a logistics warehouse or supply chain related team
Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications e.g. Outlook Word Excel PowerPoint Teams
Experience using a major ERP or WMS system (e.g. SAP Oracle NetSuite JD Edwards MS Dynamics etc.) as part of core job function.
1-3 years experience in a regulated industry (e.g. pharmaceuticals medical devices food etc.)
Exposure to Lean methodologies; Six Sigma Green Belt preferred.
Great attention to detail
Strong organizational skills
Ability to multi-task on different projects while maintaining high-quality performance.
Strong communication skills both written and verbal
Ability to work cross-functionally e.g. with purchasing planning engineering regulatory marketing manufacturing customer service to solve problems.
The desire to be hands-on and involved through the entire process.
We have amazing benefits to support you as an employee at ZEISS!
Medical
Vision
Dental
401k Matching
Employee Assistance Programs
Vacation and sick pay
The list goes on!
Why Join ZEISS
At ZEISS we are committed to innovation and excellence. By joining our team you will have the opportunity to influence key public policy decisions and contribute to the strategic direction of a leading global technology company. We offer a dynamic work environment competitive compensation and opportunities for professional growth.
Your ZEISS Recruiting Team:
Clara CresswellZeiss provides Equal Employment Opportunity without unlawful regard to an Applicants race color religion creed sex gender marital status age national origin or ancestry physical or mental disability medical condition military or veteran status citizen status sexual orientation pregnancy (includes childbirth breastfeeding or related medical condition) genetic predisposition carrier status gender expression or identity including transgender identity or any other class or characteristic protected by federal state or local law of the employee (or the people with whom the employee associates including relatives and friends).
Required Experience:
Manager
Employment Type
Full-Time
