Senior Specialist, RDC Operations

Bayerische Motoren Werke Aktiengesellschaft; Caen; On-site; EUR 39,000 - 57,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

BMW employee vehicle programs

Job summary

BMW Canada seeks a Senior Specialist, RDC Operations to oversee end-to-end parts logistics within the national distribution network. You will manage 3PL performance, resolve operational issues, and ensure inventory health across warehouse and transportation functions.

Responsibilities include monitoring KPIs, improving stock availability, and leading quality campaigns with cross-functional partners. A logistics/business degree and 3PL experience are required.

Qualifications

• University degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or related field.
• Experience in warehousing, logistics or supply chain operations, preferably automotive and 3PL.
• Experience managing 3PL providers and measuring service levels.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills for warehouse processing and transport.

Responsibilities

• Manage 3PL warehouse performance and service levels.
• Investigate operational exceptions in order processing, inventory, and fulfillment.
• Monitor inventory health, cycle counts, and replenishment strategies.
• Support retailer operations with ETA inquiries and stock availability.
• Lead quality and claims management activities and corrective actions.
• Maintain SAP, user access, EDI integrations, and system testing.
• Analyze performance and drive KPI-based continuous improvement.

Skills

3PL management

SAP

WMS

Inventory accuracy

KPI tracking

Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Logistics / Supply Chain / Business Admin

Tools

SAP

EDI

Warehouse Management System (WMS)

Job description

Job Title: Senior Specialist, RDC Operations

Posting Start Date: 10/6/26

Job Location (Long):

Canada

Job Description:

Behind every exceptional customer experience is a seamless supply chain. Join us in keeping our retailer network moving and our customers on the road.

The Parts Logistics team is responsible for managing the end-to-end flow of automotive parts through the national distribution network. The team drives operational excellence across warehouse, inventory, transportation, and retailer support functions while partnering with 3PL providers and internal stakeholders to ensure industry-leading service, inventory accuracy, and supply chain performance.

What awaits you?

• Manage 3PL warehouse performance, ensuring service level targets for quality, inventory accuracy, order fulfillment, and on-time processing are achieved.
• Investigate and resolve operational exceptions related to order processing, inventory discrepancies, fulfillment issues, and retailer escalations.
• Monitor inventory health and replenishment, including cycle count accuracy, inventory valuation, stock replenishment, and part supersession management.
• Support retailer operations by resolving ETA inquiries, improving inventory availability, and ensuring timely receipt and putaway of incoming stock.
• Lead quality and claims management activities, including parts quality campaigns, defect analysis, dealer claims reviews, and corrective action implementation.
• Maintain warehouse systems and controls, including SAP updates, user access administration, EDI integrations, and system testing activities.
• Analyze performance and drive continuous improvement through KPI reporting, 3PL performance reviews, process enhancements, and operational cost optimization.

What should you bring along?

• University degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Professional experience in the field of warehousing, logistics or supply chain operations preferably within the automotive industry and a 3PL environment.
• Demonstrated experience managing and monitoring third-party logistics (3PL) providers, including performance management, service-level compliance, quality metrics, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to identify root causes and implement corrective actions for warehouse processing, fulfillment, inventory, and transportation exceptions.
• Advanced knowledge of SAP, Warehouse Management Systems (WMS), EDI integrations, and inventory management processes.
• Experience managing inventory accuracy programs, cycle count analysis, material posting reconciliation, inventory valuation reporting, and inventory replenishment strategies.
• Proven ability to develop operational performance metrics, monitor KPIs, and drive improvements in warehouse productivity, on-time performance, stock accuracy, and service quality.
• Experience supporting warehouse operations through quality campaigns, returns processing, dealer claim analysis, ETA resolution, and corrective action management to improve customer and retailer satisfaction.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills with the ability to collaborate effectively with retailers, warehouse personnel, transportation providers, IT teams, and cross-functional business partners.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel for data analysis, reporting, reconciliation, and performance tracking. Experience working in a fast-paced environment with multiple priorities is essential.

What we offer?

• An award-winning culture.
• Cutting edge innovation and creativity.
• Incredible BMW, MINI and Motorrad employee vehicle/motorcycle programs.
• Highly competitive compensation.
• Performance incentives programs.
• First-rate health and wellness benefits.
• Education reimbursement.
• World-class office space.
• Fresh & nutritious meals in our amazing fully staffed, and subsidized, onsite cafeteria.
• Fully stocked coffee/tea bar.

Compensation

The compensation range for this role is $62,500 - $90,600 with variations based on factors like experience, education and skills. Experienced candidates are encouraged to apply.

At the BMW Group, we place great importance on equal treatment and equal opportunities. Our recruiting decisions are based on the personality, experience, and skills of the applicants. Learn more here.

BMW Canada is committed to being an equal opportunity employer and to fostering an inclusive and accessible experience for all candidates. We welcome and encourage applications from people with disabilities. Accommodation is available on request. Candidates may contact [e-mail] for accessibility assistance/ support during the recruitment process.