Process Improvement SME, Logistics Operations

Process Improvement SME, Logistics Operations

Permanent Contract

Newbury, UK

What you will do:

Process Controls / Performance Monitoring

• Monitor and improve processes following the Plan-Do-Check-Act cycle.

• Support in implementing strategies and methods to ensure that the processes meet performance targets.

• Strengthen quality control processes in collaboration with key team members and other stakeholders.

Process Improvements

• Analyse and optimize warehouse processes to enhance efficiency and reduce costs.

• Conduct data analysis and provide detailed improvement recommendations.

• Contribute to innovation and process optimization.

Warehouse Operations

• Oversee storage, shipping, and receiving processes.

• Address complex issues, perform root-cause analysis, and implement corrective actions.

• Collaborate with internal and external parties to resolve issues and apply preventive measures.

System and IT Support

• Act as an ERP system superuser and participate in IT-related projects.

• Provide input for system changes and support process testing.

Projects

• Participate in new projects and advise on project timelines, risks, and opportunities.

• Assist in business integration and support capacity planning for growth.

• Support in mapping department capacity needs to ensure flexibility and scalability for business growth, new products, services, and mergers & acquisitions.

KPI’s

• Support in developing and maintaining performance indicators and reports to ensure system efficiency.

Quality

• Support in creating work instructions and process documentation.

• Improve and streamline business processes for automation and optimization.

What you will need:

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in operations, warehousing, Logistics, or Supply Chain required.

• 2-5 years' experience in logistics, warehousing, and distribution management.

• Lean Six Sigma (for process improvement)

• Project Management (e.g., PMP) (for handling projects)

• ERP System Training (SAP, Oracle).

Experience

• Strong understanding of Department, LS or VAS and operations in terms of set-up, capacity planning and optimization.

• Extensive knowledge of LS / VAS, and related warehouse management systems & processes.

• Experience of working in the Medical Devices industry (ISO13485).