The purpose of this position is to assist the Logistics Manager in guaranteeing the efficient inbound and outbound flow of goods, in accordance with company standards and procedures. The Logistics Assistant reports to the Logistics Manager.

 

The role of Logistics Assistant is based on the following activities:

 

HSE STANDARDS:

• Follows the application of safety rules according to company policies and regulations.

• Maintains order, organization, and cleanliness in all assigned areas, working in line with correct workplace hygiene practices, with the aim to be an example to others.

• Manages waste handling documentation.

 

ERP SYSTEM HANDLING:

• prepares delivery notes and picking to guarantee information flow between warehouse and accountancy in ERP system.

 

TRANSPORT HANDLING:

• Organizes transportation of finished products to customers.

• Cooperates with customer’s local teams in order to solve minor issues with deliveries and daily tasks.

• Manages the exchange of returnable packaging between Plants and clients (pallets, boxes, trays, etc.).

 

WAREHOUSE HANDLING:

• Participates in the periodic physical inventory.

 

PRODUCTION HANDLING:

• Assists in production planning and monitoring the stock of materials, for the continuity of production according to customers’ orders and considering the materials lead time.

• Assists in preparing purchase orders for materials and services needed.

• Assists in calculating material needs (raw materials, packaging etc.) for related orders, to guarantee material supply to the production lines.

 

COMMUNICATION AND COOPERATION:

• Promotes effective communication between team and Manager.

• Interacts with different business functions to drive high performance culture.

 

Technical Skills:

• Good knowledge of the supply chain process

• Basic applied knowledge of WCM standards

• Basic knowledge of Health, Safety and Environment rules and practices

• Good applied knowledge of an ERP system (preferably SAP)

• Basic knowledge of English

 

Personal Skills:

• Accountability. Accept responsibility for your actions. Be accountable for your results. Take ownership for your mistakes.

• Problem solving. Be analytic. Be frugal and avoid sophistication to get the job done without compromising on quality.

• Resilience and put passion in what you do. Patience, tenacity and hard work allow you to reach your goals and positively respond to challenges. Never give up.

• Team Play. Build trust in your relationships and contribute to making the work environment positive and stable.

 

Education and Experience:

• Associate’s or bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience

• Minimum 1 years’ experience working in the logistics department of a manufacturing company