Distribution Engineering Analyst

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Job Description

The Distribution Engineering Analyst will support Engineering & Operational activities and projects across Europe. Primary responsibilities will include supporting Warehouse execution activities, operational IT changes, operational processes, and inventory analyses. 

This position supports our Distribution Operations, across 6 warehouses and 4 3PL locations with a team of more than 150 warehouse operations employees and handling more than 2.6 million lines per year.

Key Responsibilities:

• Use ERP/WMS system to analyse and supervise inventory storage and set-up across the DC network to ensure efficiency and productivity of the supply chain operations.
• Ensure compliance of inventory storage to regulatory requirements and company policies (Chemical, Cold Chain and consumables)
• Ensure ERP/WMS IT projects are delivered with a high standard to avoid any operational issues during implementation.
• Support and provide input into new DC sites and CAPEX projects where required such as warehouse storage design, automation, MHE selection etc.

• Ensure Warehouse operational interfaces are managed appropriately.
• Ensure all WMS IT changes are tested in line with the IT deployment schedule.
• Lead and support continuous improvement agenda through use of PPI tools.

Key Knowledge, Skills, Abilities

• Knowledge and experience of ERP/WMS systems (example - IBS, SAP, Manhattan, Red Prairie or other best in breed).  with strong data-analytical background.
• Strong data analysis & problem-solving skills.

• Solid understanding of distribution, warehousing and supply chain activities.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Project, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, Visio).
• Ability to work in a multi-functional European team and Willingness to travel (10-20%).
• Proficient in English language - French and/or German a plus.
• Good interpersonal, communication, and interaction skills, both verbal and written.
• Highly organized with solid attention to detail.

Beneficial

• Microsoft Access database and Power BI
• SQL data base knowledge including writing queries
• Experience working with a quality management system (ISO)
• Continuous improvement experience qualifications (Lean, PPI, MOST, 5S etc.)
• Project management experience
• AutoCAD experience

Minimum Requirements / Experience:

• A Degree in Supply Chain / Logistics, or relevant field Or Technical apprenticeship coupled with equivalent training and experience (NVQ, HND, HNC etc)
• Strong ERP/WMS experience - (example - IBS, SAP, Manhattan, Red Prairie or other best in breed).
• Background of project management with full cycle of responsibilities.