Logistics Planning Specialist

1 week ago

London, Ontario, Canada VOLKSWAGEN Group Full time

Logistics Planning Specialist

We are seeking a skilled Logistics Planning Specialist to join our team at VOLKSWAGEN Group. As a key member of our logistics team, you will be responsible for planning, implementing, and optimizing internal material flow processes for our facility in St. Thomas, ON.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Implement and localize VOLKSWAGEN Group standard logistics processes in the St. Thomas facility and design optimal internal material flows.
  • Coordinate logistics planning activities with both the local and central operations team at VOLKSWAGEN Group.
  • Develop detailed plans for the implementation of coordination processes and material flow designs in collaboration with the local ramp-up team and VOLKSWAGEN Group headquarters in Germany.
  • 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.
  • Balance resource utilization to maximize efficiency while minimizing costs, and allocate resources effectively.
  • 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.
  • Identify and implement technology solutions to enhance logistics and material flow processes.
  • Collaborate with IT teams to integrate logistics systems with other factory management systems and define requirements for IT solutions supporting the logistics processes.
  • Anticipate and mitigate potential risks in material flows and logistics processes while developing contingency plans to address unforeseen challenges.
  • Maintain accurate and up-to-date documentation of logistics plans, implementation schedules, and performance metrics and provide regular reports on key logistics performance indicators.

Qualifications:

  • Post-Secondary Education in Logistics, Industrial Engineering, Operations Management, or equivalent relevant work experience.
  • 5+ years in a related logistics planning function, ideally within a large, global organization.
  • In-depth, proven experience in logistics material flow planning, Industrial Engineering, or a related field.
  • Ability to work effectively and efficiently in an environment of shifting priorities, timelines, and occasional ambiguity.
  • A global mindset, with a customer-driven approach and ability to build trust and relationships.
  • Experience in battery or battery cell logistics or handling hazardous goods would be considered an asset.
  • Ability to travel both within Canada and internationally up to ~ 20%.
  • German language skills are considered an asset.

What You'll Get in Return:

  • A flexible and collaborative team dynamic.
  • Opportunities for development.
  • Opportunities to participate in exciting company events that give back to the community.
  • Competitive employer-paid benefits and overall compensation package.

VOLKSWAGEN Group is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, family status, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, disability, or any other characteristic protected by federal or local laws.

VOLKSWAGEN Group 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.

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