Logistics Specialist, Material Flow Planning

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We are proud to announce the launch of Volkswagen Group’s largest cell factory, PowerCo, in St. Thomas. This is more than just a job – it’s a unique opportunity to shape the future of sustainable energy. Join us as we ramp up operations and help build a world-class company.

At PowerCo, we believe in fostering an environment where ambition meets collaboration, and where flexibility and creativity thrive. You'll be part of a diverse, talented team that is shaping the future of battery production. You’ll have the chance to advance your career while working alongside passionate colleagues who share a vision of making a lasting impact on the world.

Reporting to our Director, Logistics, we are looking for a Logistics Specialist - Material Flow Planning to plan, implement, and optimize internal material flow processes for the PowerCo SE facility in St. Thomas. You will support and contribute to the PowerCo SE logistics team to achieve the objectives of the logistics rollout project of PowerCo Canada.

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This position is a temporary hybrid model, requiring 2 days per week onsite in the St. Thomas office. This is subject to change based on the needs of the project and will eventually transition to fully onsite.

About The Role

1. Implement and localize PowerCo standard logistics processes in the St. Thomas facility and design optimal internal material flows (e.g. specific loading and unloading requirements, repacking or cleanliness requirements, or waste and scrap transports) with efficiency and cost effectiveness in mind.
2. Coordinate logistics planning activities with both the local and central operations team at PowerCo SE Germany, and coordinate and lead topics such as local process requirements, material flow within the St. Thomas facility and in design meetings with the General Planner.
3. Balance resource utilization to maximize efficiency while minimizing costs, and allocate resources effectively, including labour, equipment, and storage space.
4. Estimate headcount demand for ramp-up and steady-state phases for each process, and monitor staffing levels, workflows, and resources during the ramp-up phase, adjusting when necessary.
5. Work closely with production teams to align logistics plans with manufacturing schedules, implement improvements to streamline material flows and reduce lead times, and facilitate communication between logistics and production departments to address challenges and ensure synchronization.
6. Identify and implement technology solutions to enhance logistics and material flow processes.
7. Collaborate with IT teams to define requirements for tools to support logistics processes, and integrate logistics systems with other factory management systems.
8. Anticipate and mitigate potential risks in material flows and logistics processes while developing contingency plans to address unforeseen challenges.
9. Initiate and lead continuous improvement initiatives, and maintain accurate documentation of logistics plans, implementation schedules, and performance metrics to include on KPI reports.

Key Responsibilities

1. Post-Secondary Education in Logistics, Industrial Engineering, Operations Management, or equivalent relevant work experience.
2. 5+ years in a related logistics planning function, ideally within a large, global organization.

What You Bring To The Team

1. In-depth, proven experience in logistics material flow planning, Industrial Engineering, or a related field.
2. Ability to work effectively and efficiently in an environment of shifting priorities, timelines and occasional ambiguity.
3. A global mindset, with a customer driven approach and ability to build trust and relationships.
4. Experience in battery or battery cell logistics or handling hazardous goods would be considered an asset.
5. Ability to travel both within Canada and internationally up to ~ 20%.
6. German language skills are considered an asset.

Power Perks

What You Will Receive

1. Attractive Remuneration: We offer a competitive and attractive remuneration that reflect your skills, experience, and contributions.
2. Vacation Allowance: We offer our employees competitive paid time off. Plus, you don’t need to take any vacation days from December 24 to December 31.
3. Opportunities for development.
4. Relocation Support.
5. Opportunities to participate in exciting company events that give back to the community.
6. Competitive employer paid benefits and overall compensation package with extended health care, dental, vision and mental health support.
7. Pension and Retirement Savings: We contribute the equivalent of 5% to a Registered Pension Plan and matching contribution to a retirement savings plan.
8. And much more!
9. This is a flex hybrid work structure, where employees can work both remotely and on-site. However, please note all hybrid work arrangements are subject to the terms and conditions of our hybrid work policy as may be amended from time to time.

Please note that we appreciate the interest of all candidates, however only those under consideration will be contacted.

We believe that the best results are created in a diverse and inclusive environment. Therefore, all qualified applications will be considered for employment regardless of age, race, religion, gender (identity), sexual orientation, national origin or disability.

PowerCo Canada Inc. is committed to providing accommodations for people with disabilities including during the application process. If you require an accommodation because of a disability, we will work with you to determine what reasonable accommodation may be available to meet your needs whether it be as an applicant or an employee. Applicants need to make their needs known in advance. If you are selected for an interview and require an accommodation, you are encouraged to advise the Recruiter who will consult with you to determine an appropriate and reasonable accommodation.