SPECIALIST, LOGISTICS

KB Rail Mexico; Ciudad Acuña; On-site; MXN 240,000 - 360,000; Full time

Job summary

KB Rail Mexico is seeking a Logistics Specialist to closely support Customer Excellence and the operations team by expediting orders and setting priorities for the warehouse and logistics functions.

You will prepare and track shipments, generate ship dates for backlog and open orders, and ensure documentation adheres to export controls and SAP processes. The role requires bilingual Spanish/English communication and SAP proficiency.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2–5 years of relevant experience.
• Bi-lingual in Spanish and English.
• Associate degree preferred (Business or Materials Management).
• CTPAT certification or familiarity with trade compliance.

Responsibilities

• Expedite and set priorities for operations; provide ship dates for backlog and open orders.
• Create and update shipments (SID) in SAP.
• Prepare documentation for shipment forms and export compliance.
• Coordinate with sales, operations and shippers to resolve issues.
• Assist with SAP WM cockpit, cycle counting and warehouse transactions; support stockroom processes.

Skills

Strong analytical skills

SAP navigation

Organization & prioritization

Multitasking

Cross-functional teamwork

Leadership

Communication

Analytical thinking

Teamwork

Adaptability

Customer orientation

Education

Associate degree in Business or Materials Management

CTPAT

Tools

SAP (PP/MM/WM)

Microsoft Office

Job description

Position Summary

Logistics Specialist will work very closely with the Customer Excellence Representative & operations team. They will be responsible to expedite & provide priorities to operations team and provide ship dates for backlog and open orders. Logistics Specialist will also be responsible for delivery & shipment creation.

Essential Functions

• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• Print & separate deliveries of automatic batch run
• Create & update shipments (SID)
• Solves a range of straightforward problems related to logistics.
• Analyzes logistics patterns and implements appropriate shipping strategies based upon standard procedures and protocols
• Prepares documentation for all shipment forms NYAB using SAP transactions, whether it is a LTL or full truckload of shipments.
• Coordinate with sales, operations and shipping companies to resolve any issues.
• Assist with SAP WM cockpit, cycle counting and other warehouse type transactions when required.
• Prepare daily workload in AMS and OE areas for the warehouse associates and distribute to the stockroom for picking.
• Create and maintain documentation manual and instructions for the warehouse.
• Establishes and maintains effective work relationships within the department as well as throughout the NYAB SBU's
• Assures and maintains a sale and healthy working environment
• Follow any and all company policies, procedures, practices and standards of conduct as outlined by Knorr Bremse & NYAB manuals.
• Perform all steps necessary to prepare documentation for international export shipments adhering to all to government regulations as it pertains to the export functions
• Monitor and audit international direct (drop) shipments. Acts as a liaison between suppliers, NYAB buyers and NYAB sales department to ensure smooth material and paperwork flow
• Perform all steps for annual NAFTA solicitation from vendors for NYAB SBU, update product trade data in SAP
• Assist with assigning product tariff classifications, broker/forwarder correspondence, preparing NAFTA certificate. For customers, preparing certificates of origin and other FTA documentation, and various import/export operational tasks
• Initiate and submit US/Canada customs entry discrepancies, to include amending and/or removing any applicable duty charges
• Performs any additional assignments directed by management
• Must understand and adhere to all relevant statutory or regulatory compliance obligations.
• Must understand and support relevant key performance indicators (KPIs), as defined in the goal tree.
• Support PSA activities and procedures with team members
• Perform all those activities that by the nature of the position are required

Management & Supervisory Responsibilities

• This position has no supervisory responsibilities

Knowledge

• Intermediate to advanced knowledge of SAP (PP, MM, and WM modules).
• Proficient in all Microsoft office products.
• Demonstrated understanding of manufacturing processes
• Bi-lingual of Spanish and English required

Experience

• Minimum of 2-5 years of Relevant experience

Skills

• Strong analytical skills
• SAP navigation skills
• Ability to organize and prioritize activities
• Ability to multitask and manage multiple projects simultaneously
• Ability to work in a cross functional team
• Ability to meet the knowledge, skills, abilities set forth in the job description
• Effective leadership skills in a multifunctional, demanding environment
• Communication Skills
• Analytical Thinking
• Teamwork
• Adaptability Flexibility
• Customer Orientation

Education/Certifications

• Associate Degree in Business or Materials Management preferred
• CTPAT