LOGISTICS OPERATIONS SPECIALIST (TEMPORARY)

Logistics Operations Specialist (temporary) POSITION SNAPSHOT Type of work: Hybrid Type of contract: Fixed term/temporary Full/Part Time: Full time Location: Vimercate(MB), IT ABOUT US Bridgestone Americas, Inc. (BSAM), headquartered in Nashville, Tennessee, and Bridgestone Europe, Middle East and Africa (BSEMEA), headquartered in Brussels, Belgium, operate collectively as a “Bridgestone West” strategic region. This region services the strategic business needs of teams across the Americas, Europe, Middle East and Africa. BSAM and BSEMEA are subsidiaries of Bridgestone Corporation, globally headquartered in Japan. Bridgestone and its subsidiaries develop, manufacture and market a wide range of Bridgestone, Firestone and associate brand products and solutions to address the needs of a broad range of customers and industries. ABOUT THE ROLE Job purpose The Logistics Operation Specialist will follow on a daily basis the logistics activities for Bridgestone South Region, with the aim to ensure superior service at optimal costs for Bridgestone’s customers and internal stakeholders. Main responsibilities Play an active role in the South Region logistic team to assure 3PLs respect expected standard and excellent performance at optimum cost. Work closely with supply planning and customer service teams to ensure resource is in place to manage operational volumes and throughput. Ensure robust communication channels are maintained for impacted stakeholders. Follow daily all operational processes to meet customer needs and solve issues. Set priority for inbound and managing inbound schedule with sources. Monitor warehousing interface to ensure data availability and consistency. Assure accurate Inventory management (stock control; stock in transit; discrepancy adjustment; DOT management). Support reporting activities & KPI tracking related to Logistics flow to assure effective PDCA and recovery plan implementation. Capabilities Strong analytical and problem solving skills; ability to cope with various and changing customer demands. Highly numerate with ability to analyze and interpret data to improve operations. Ability to synthesize and communicate outcomes of analysis clearly and effectively. Systems literate preferably with working knowledge of SAP, Warehouse Management Systems, Track & Trace tools. Advanced XLS, SQL experience desired. Flexibility and adaptability to changes when job demands it. Preferred Experience Supply Chain or Business related Master’s degree. 1 to 2 years of supply chain experience. Direct experience with service provider contract negotiation and operations. Advanced XLS, PowerBi experience preferred. WHAT WE OFFER At Bridgestone, what really matters is to foster co-creation opportunities and empowering you to be creative and curious to make mobility safer, more efficient, and more sustainable for future generations. Whatever role you fill, when you represent Bridgestone, you are a valued teammate, and part of our larger mission to “Serve Society with Superior Quality”. For that, we offer you more than just a competitive payment; we will provide you: A supportive and engaging onboarding experience to ensure a smooth transition into our team. The opportunity to develop and grow, through training and regular mentorship. Corporate Social Responsibility activities. A truly global, dynamic and challenging work environment. Agility and work/life effectiveness and your long-term well-being. A diverse and inclusive team. We are committed to creating an even more inclusive culture that advances equity, embraces individuality, and helps our increasingly diverse teammates, customers, and communities thrive by providing equal opportunities in employment. This means that all job applicants and members of staff will receive equal treatment and that we will not discriminate on grounds of gender, marital status, race, ethnicity, color, nationality, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, religion or age. #J-18808-Ljbffr