Logistics Planning Engineer

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Job Description:

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Role Definition:

Develop E2E Logistics Planning Solutions from Supplier to PoU along working with cross functional members meeting Product Requirements and New Model program metrics such as Safety, Quality, Velocity, Cost as well Sustainable.

Responsibilities

Coordinates meetings and partners with cross-functional team for development of Logistics Layouts and work for approvals between design and   end user.

Solidifying agreement with Supply Chain, Logistics operations and Manufacturing functions on material flow design to point of usage through standard process.

Governing and meeting new model launch metrices, score card etc.

Leading design approval meetings and conducting validation on material storage and flow solutions to get sign-off from stake holders.

Applying process improvement tools and assisting with the implementation of efficient and competitive logistics solutions.
Coordinating with operations functions to define critical parameters and develop plans for process control and improvements.
Maintaining the internal logistics process engineering standards, knowledge, and tools; Assuring their implementation in current and new operations.
Evaluating logistics processes and workflows, conducting root cause analysis, and implementing corrective actions for process-related concerns.

Independently identifying cost reduction and sustainability opportunities.

Skill Descriptors:

Logistics Design: Knowledge of logistics and management; ability to develop follow proper processes and run operations for effective and efficient movement of materials and finished products.
Level Working Knowledge:

• Ability to develop material flow design and process flows to track lead time by activity.

• Uses tools, with guidance, in development of storage rack solutions, kitting process designs.

• Develop overall factory layout for material flow process

• Develop Standard work process in Logistics and Safe Job procedures in MHE Handling

• Having experienced in implementing automated software solutions with AGV/AMR applications

Logistics Management: Knowledge of logistics and management; ability to follow proper processes and run operations for effective and efficient movement of materials and finished products.
Level Working Knowledge:

• Assists in the development of process flows to track lead time by activity.

• Uses tools, with guidance, to forecast delivery times, determine costs and assess performance.

• Maintains records of all shipments and invoices using an established system.

• Participates in integrating logistics processes and developing effective networks.

• Works with logistics in a domestic environment.

Materials Handling and Management: Knowledge of material handling and management in plants; ability to perform, monitor and improve processes related to storage, transportation and handling of raw and hazardous materials.
Level Working Knowledge:

• Assists in the responding of and dealing with emergency issues related in materials handling.

• Works with the packaging and storage of inbound or outbound materials.

• Performs the packing, shipping, identifying and transporting of materials.

• Explains key environmental issues for handling hazardous goods.

• Follows procedures to handle hazardous materials, hazardous substances and pollutants.

Warehouse Management: Knowledge of the policies, processes and systems of warehouse management; ability to effectively manage one or more warehouses or distribution centres-
Level Working Knowledge:

• Maintains warehouse equipment and facilities.

• Performs basic warehousing activities such as receiving, putting away, picking, packing and shipping merchandise.

• Analyzes and documents key performance indicators of warehouse management in own area.

• Assists in implementing mechanization approaches and techniques in a distribution centre.

• Collects and translates the business requirements for specifications of warehouse management systems.

Collaborating: Knowledge of collaborative techniques; ability to work with a variety of individuals and groups in a constructive and collaborative manner.
Level Working Knowledge:

• Demonstrates experience participating in productive collaborative processes.

• Under guidance, initiates collaborative meetings.

• Assists in communicating shared goals with diverse groups and parties.

• Helps promote collaboration across generations, functions, regions, and levels.

• Helps solve business problems and meet business goals through collaborative processes.

Effective Communications: Understanding of effective communication concepts, tools and techniques; ability to effectively transmit, receive, and accurately interpret ideas, information, and needs through the application of appropriate communication behaviours.

Level Working Knowledge:

• Delivers helpful feedback that focuses on behaviours without offending the recipient.

• Listens to feedback without defensiveness and uses it for own communication effectiveness.

• Makes oral presentations and writes reports needed for own work.

• Avoids technical jargon when inappropriate.

• Looks for and considers non-verbal cues from individuals and groups.

Technical Excellence:

Auto CADD –2D /3D, with Expert proficiency level, CREO, Solid works, Team Centre,

Certified packaging knowledge

Degree Requirement:

BE / ME – Degree with 7- 12 years in Logistics Operation & Logistics Planning domain

Work exposure in Manufacturing, Logistics Operations, Warehousing areas.

Posting Dates:

Caterpillar is an Equal Opportunity Employer.  Qualified applicants of any age are encouraged to apply

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