Fcsd Parts Supply & Logistics

Ford Motor; Pretoria; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading automotive manufacturer in Gauteng is seeking a professional for supply chain management to achieve objectives related to inventory control and customer service. The ideal candidate will have a university degree in a relevant field and 3-5 years of experience in the automotive industry. Strong analytical and communication skills are essential, along with the ability to engage with various stakeholders effectively.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience in the Automotive Industry.
• Customer service experience is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Achieve first pick fill rate and minimize vehicle off road customers.
• Manage aged dealer back orders and overdue supplier orders.
• Conduct Launch Readiness reviews for new vehicles.
• Monitor Supplier performance.

Skills

Intermediate MS Office

Analytical skills

Business acumen

Alteryx

ODBC experience

Presentation skills

Communication skills

Education

University Degree in Logistics/Supply Chain Management/Data Analytics/Industrial Engineering

Job description

Technical Skills

• Intermediate MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Strong analytical, numerical skills and Business acumen to support business operations
• Alteryx and ODBC experience will be an advantage
• Be able to present to senior management
• Outstanding written & verbal presentation skills required for external & Senior Management interaction

Soft Skills

• Be able to work under pressure
• Deadline and Results driven
• Cross cultural interpersonal skills
• Be able to multi-task
• Time Management - Managing one's own time and the time of others
• Good communication and listening skills
• Self-starter capable of operating independently on multiple tasks while ensuring Project deadlines are met
• Strategic Thinking
• Innovation
• Collaboration

Qualifications

Experience

• Minimum of 3-5 years within the Automotive Industry
• Customer service/experience – beneficial

Qualification

• University Degree in Logistics/ Supply Chain management/Data Analytics or Industrial Engineering or Relevant Field.

Responsibilities

• To achieve the first pick fill rate, minimize vehicle off road customers and backorder percentage of days business in line with published position objectives and in support of the revenue target of the Customer Service Operation.
• To achieve Inventory and Turn Rate % in line with published company objectives.
• Manage and control aged dealer back orders and overdue supplier orders to the minimums specified.
• Review forecast changes, stock order suggestions, and identify the unusual trends.
• Handle “Vehicle off road” orders promptly and provide accurate information to dealers.
• Manage the order to invoice days for all export customers in line with Company objectives.
• Monitor Supplier performance.
• Conduct Launch Readiness reviews and follow up stock orders for new vehicles.
• Preparation and consolidation for leadership engagements reports.
• Work closely with SCM, Sales and Marketing, Purchasing, Warehouse, STA, Payables for early resolution of supply, payment, customer experience issues.
• Build strong working relationship and regular interactions with multiple skill teams:
  • Suppliers
  • Warehouse
  • Manufacturing Plant
  • Marketing and Sales
  • GBS (India) Supply Team
  • New Model Launch Team
  • Purchasing
  • STA
• Engage with key stakeholders to understand their needs and provide solutions that support the overall mission of the team.