Artesyn Embedded Power

POSITION SUMMARY:

This position is responsible for the performance and cost of Logistics in North America and Mexico. He/She will manage all Logistics/Transportation and 3PL Warehouse Service Providers to ensure service excellence and network optimization for Advanced Energy. He/she will be assisted by 1 staff to help him/her to meet the objectives.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Drive Key Performance Inductors excellence through regular Business Reviews with the 3PL warehouse operators.
• Manage international freight and domestics transporters and their performance review.
• Collaborate with shipping teams to drive cost efficiency
• Accountable for logistics cost and budget.
• Leads cost and efficiency improvement projects.
• Follow-up on urgent shipments, shipment discrepancies and damages.
• Accountable for the 3PL warehouse performances to ensure
  • Accurate and prompt Good Receipt into the 3PL warehouses
  • DIFOT (Delivery In Full, On Time) to Advanced Energy local factories and overseas sites from 3PLwarehouses
  • Accurate inventory level in the 3PL warehouses
  • Full adherence to Customs and SOX compliance by the 3PL warehouses located in bonded area.
• Influence and review 3PL SOP and logistics procedures. Maintains documentation to reflect the effectiveness and efficiency of department activities.
• Assist in managing Customs for import and export of shipments
• Assist in managing Customs Compliance in the 3PL warehouses.
• Provides coaching and contributes to the professional growth of Logistics team members.
• Travel may be required.
• Other duties as assigned.

SKILLS:

1. Ability to present ideas in a clear and persuasive manner, both orally and in writing.

2. Capability to respond quickly, decisively, assertively, and professionally to changing requirements in demand, product description, and material demand.

3. Ability to organize, schedule, coordinate, and negotiate effectively and to set priorities in a manner which ensures maximum performance and goal accomplishment.

4. Good understanding of SAP and the ability to apply logistics processes.

5. Strong theoretical and practical knowledge of demand-based manufacturing systems.

6. Good PC skills, including Excel, Word, MS Standard Office.

7. Strong organizational skills.

8. Ability to work with several projects simultaneously.

9. Ability to motivate others in a team environment.

10. Ability to collaborate and involve others in decision-making and problem-solving.

EXPERIENCE:

1. 5-8 years of experience in a similar position.

2. Previous supervisory experience is essential.

3. Experience with proper handling of static sensitive material preferred.

4. Experience with MRP systems and SAP preferred.

EDUCATION:

1. BS in Business Administration, Production/Operations Management (or closely related field) or a combination of relevant experience and/or education that is equivalent to a Bachelor’s Degree.

2. APICS CPIM Certification Preferred.

3. Six-Sigma Green Belt certification desired.