Logistics Engineer

• Set up and run an efficient process for implementation of new / changed carriers.
• Gather volumes and requirements and initiate RFQ specifications to transport purchasing.
• Design the transport network based on plant requirements, volumes, available transport rates and benchmarks
• Drive implementation based on results from RFQ, including implementation of carriers and setting up network with rates in TMS.
• Responsible for communication and anchoring of changes with the plant(s)
• Secure communication of changes and full alignment between information in Transport Management System and Plant MRP system for pick up days, lead-times and time-windows, in a timely manner.
• Drive X-functional investigations and analysis with Plant Logistics Engineering and Supply Chain Control to balance optimization of transport cost, tied up capital and storage space.
• Represent IBL as a key member in related projects.
• Set up KPI structure to track performance and efficiency in both process and network.
• Manage quarterly tactical meetings with each carrier in relation to performance, volumes & capacity and improvements.
• Developing tools, models and processes for continues improvements.
• Keep transport network up to date at all times.
• Secure implementation of carriers.
• Ensure through constant improvements that area of responsibility meets the targets (budget, lead-time, frequency, utilization, quality and benchmark costs).
• Align with overall objectives and secure implementation results.
• Communicate and align all activities with internal Volvo Cars stake holders.
• Interface between central functions, local plants and contracted logistic parties.
• Ensuring up to date master data in (TMS) and full alignment between TMS and Plant MRP.