Logistics Manager

Alstom; Nigel; On-site; ZAR 800,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Job summary

AlstomNigel site in Gauteng seeks an experienced Logistics Manager to lead warehouse, logistics engineering and transport teams. You will align physical and system flows, implement APSYS and ERP processes, and drive KPI-based improvements while ensuring safety and cost efficiency.

The role requires 3–5 years in logistics/warehouse management and 5+ years in team leadership, with SAP ERP (WM/IM) knowledge. Travel to suppliers and sites may be required; based at the Nigel production site.

Qualifications

• Graduated from Supply Chain / Engineering / Industrial
• 3–5 years in Logistics & Warehouse management
• 5+ years in Team management
• Knowledge of SAP (WM/IM) or similar ERP systems

Responsibilities

• Oversee logistics, warehouse and transport teams at site
• Optimize warehouse layouts and physical/material flow
• Ensure compliance with EHS policies and DOA rules
• Monitor KPIs and drive continuous improvement
• Coordinate with 3PLs and internal stakeholders

Skills

Team management

Logistics management

SAP ERP (WM/IM)

Leadership

Education

Supply Chain / Engineering / Industrial

Tools

SAP WM/IM

Job description

Req ID:527103

At Alstom, we understand transport networks and what moves people. From high-speed trains, metros, monorails, and trams, to turnkey systems, services, infrastructure, signalling and digital mobility, we offer our diverse customers the broadest portfolio in the industry. Every day, more than 80 000 colleagues lead the way to greener and smarter mobility worldwide, connecting cities as we reduce carbon and replace cars.

PURPOSE OF THE JOB:

• Be in charge of all the Logistic teams: warehouse, logistic engineering and transport teams (Alstom employees or external - provider) for your site / country.
• Manage and optimize the logistic flows to always keep the physical and system flows aligned.

MAIN OFFICE LOCATION:

• Located in Nigel (Ekurhuleni) at the production site
• May also be required to visit suppliers and other Alstom sites/offices

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Ensure that employees operate in an environment that complies with company Health, Safety and Environmental policies :
• Know and follow all safety, environmental and emergency procedures
• Actively participate in all aspects of safety including reporting of near misses and meetings
• Ensure implementation of all standard processes & golden rules in compliance with Logistic Handbook
• Ensure optimization of warehousing, packaging, and physical flow according to Lean Manufacturing and QCDE (Quality Cost Delivery Environment Health & Safety) principles
• Ensure key users are in place to support critical processes and users (training, data corrections, system Key Performance Indicators (KPI))
• Ensure the ERP solution (Enterprise Resource Planning solution) is implemented, correctly used and guarantee the master data quality
• Monitor and report Key Performance Indicators (inventory accuracy, cycle counting performance)
• Ensure the inventory process is in compliance with Alstom standard rules (Delegation of Authority DOA, instruction)
• Ensure the deployment of APSYS (Alstom Transport Production System) roadmap by each Team

Management:

• Manage Jobs & Skills, Training & Qualification, Workforce, Staffing & organization, World Class Manufacturing network
• Monitor and report Key Performance Indicators and continuous improvement activity for logistics
• Manage employees performance and well-being through continuous dialogue, Monitor team performance and implement development plans.
• Manage workload allocation and resource planning.
• Lead, coach, and develop logistics personnel.

Operational activities:

• Ensure that Environment Health & Safety (EHS) rules are respected and promote EHS culture
• Ensure alignment between physical and system flows: no physical movement without system update
• Warehousing & Logistics: implement and run Logistics standards for physical material flow (goods reception, warehousing, picking, line feeding, inventory, and shipping)
• Optimize warehouse layouts, its internal flows and storage policy
• Ensure optimization of transportation flow & cost
• Manage C-Class* activity according to Alstom standard rules (C-Class is the outsourcing of the small parts management)
• Promote recycling activities: bin management and returnable packaging
• C Class is the outsourcing of the management of the small parts

Finance :

• Manage Budget for his department
• Monitor freight costs, customs costs, warehousing expenses, and transportation spend
• Analyze logistics costs and identify opportunities for savings.
• Respect the Delegation of Authority (DOA) rules regarding inventory reconciliations

In case of 3PL (logistic activities totally or partially outsourced):

Main responsibilities (towards 3PL):

• Ensure that the 3PL and his employees operates in an environment that complies with Alstom’s Health, Safety and Environmental policies
• Ensure that the 3PL works according to the conditions and service levels agreed in the contract
• Be the contact person between the Management of the 3PL and all other Alstom Departments;
• Manage any complaints or issues concerning the 3PL and elevate if required
• If the 3PL works in Alstom’s ERP, ensure that is correctly implemented and used by the 3PL
• Participate in all monthly, weekly and daily meetings with the 3PL
• Control and validate the 3PL’s KPI’s and invoices

Management (towards 3PL):

• Manage the 3PL Supplier according to his Performance: cooperate, motivate, gratify, or intervene and upscale when required
• Manage 3PLs that are in charge of the external stock (KPIs review, steering committee, manage costs, budget, invoices, define targets, monitor activities…)

Operational activities (towards 3PL):

• Guarantee follow-up and performance of 3PL activities through KPIs
• Analyse the Root Causes of any logistic issues and agree with the internal stakeholders and the Management of the 3PL on corrective actions. Follow up on these actions and participate in their realization

Candidate Requirements

EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS/DESIRED KNOWLEDGE/EXPERIENCE & BEHAVIOUR

MANDATORY:

Graduated from Supply Chain / Engineering / Industrial

DESIRABLE:

Knowledge of Industrial fields and/or Material Planning

Experience

MANDATORY:

• Experience of mini 3-5 years in Logistics & Warehouse management
• Experience of mini 5 years in Team management
• logistics, inventory management, or a related field preferred.

DESIRABLE:

• Knowledgeable of SAP (WM and IM modules) or similar ERPS, audits

Competencies & Skills

• Good communication, negotiation, leadership and initiative skills
• Strategic and methodical vision
• Good risk management and problem solving skills
• Agile, inclusive and responsible attitude
• Partnership attitude
• International mind-set
• Communication (both verbal and non-verbal)
• Internal and external influencing skills
• Pro-active, autonomous
• Ability to work in complex organization and to manage wide transversal network

You don’t need to be a train enthusiast to thrive with us. We guarantee that when you step onto one of our trains with your friends or family, you’ll be proud. If you’re up for the challenge, we’d love to hear from you!

Important to note

As a global business, we’re an equal-opportunity employer that celebrates diversity across the 63 countries we operate in. We’re committed to creating an inclusive workplace for everyone.