Process Improvement SME, Logistics Operations

Work Flexibility: Onsite

Process Improvement SME, Logistics Operations

Permanent Contract

Newbury, UK

The SME, Process Improvement is responsible for:

Process Controls / Performance Monitoring:

• Monitor and improve processes following the Plan-Do-Check-Act cycle.
• Support in implementing strategies and methods to ensure that the processes meet performance targets.
Strengthen quality control processes in collaboration with key team members and other stakeholders.

Process Improvements:

• Analyse and optimize warehouse processes to enhance efficiency and reduce costs.
• Conduct data analysis and provide detailed improvement recommendations.
Contribute to innovation and process optimization.

Warehouse Operations:

• Oversee storage, shipping, and receiving processes.
• Address complex issues, perform root-cause analysis, and implement corrective actions.
Collaborate with internal and external parties to resolve issues and apply preventive measures.

System and IT Support:

• Act as an ERP system superuser and participate in IT-related projects.
• Provide input for system changes and support process testing.

Projects:

• Participate in new projects and advise on project timelines, risks, and opportunities.
• Assist in business integration and support capacity planning for growth.
Support in mapping department capacity needs to ensure flexibility and scalability for business growth, new products, services, and mergers & acquisitions.

KPI’s:

Support in developing and maintaining performance indicators and reports to ensure system efficiency.

Quality:

• Support in creating work instructions and process documentation.
• Improve and streamline business processes for automation and optimization.

What you will need:

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in operations, warehousing, Logistics, or Supply Chain required.
• 2-5 years' experience in logistics, warehousing, and distribution management.
• Lean Six Sigma (for process improvement)
• Project Management (e.g., PMP) (for handling projects)
• ERP System Training (SAP, Oracle).

Experience:

• Strong understanding of Department, LS or VAS and operations in terms of set-up, capacity planning and optimization.
• Extensive knowledge of LS / VAS, and related warehouse management systems & processes.
• Experience of working in the Medical Devices industry (ISO13485).

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Travel Percentage: 10%