Logistics Consultant - SAP EWM

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Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in supply chain, engineering or related field; and 5+ years supply-chain experience, preferably with warehousing or raw material flow experience
• Broad supply-chain systems and functional knowledge including supply chain, manufacturing operations, and procurement.
• Working knowledge of warehouse management systems preferred; Ability to analyze complex data and identify root causes or areas of opportunity
• Demonstrated ability to apply CI/Lean principles towards continuous improvement
• Ability to collaborate with and leverage diverse, cross functional resources to achieve results
• Travel expectations up to 50% during on-site project support times

Responsibilities:

• Provide leadership and project-related work direction to extended teams including IT, Procurement, KC Manufacturing teams, and Third-Party Logistics.
• Lead and/or support development and implementation of transactional and operational supply chain systems and processes in warehouse and plant locations, along with associated change management within large diverse teams.
• Provide development, implementation, and updating of program strategies to drive new capability and continuous improvement within the KCNA supply chain.
• Serve as key contact and functional expert for mills and third-party-operated warehouses to assess warehouse management system and process problems, shortcomings and implementation of corrective actions.
• Develop a scope and depth of knowledge in safety, quality, and materials handling/warehousing technical expertise to investigate and drive continuous improvement and innovative solutions.
• Support cost improvement and capability building programs to facilitate the achievement of KCNA supply chain cost objectives.
• Lead or participate in cross functional project teams made up of diverse team members ranging from senior leaders to machine or lift operators.
• Create new tools or perform ad hoc analysis, as needed, to support various supply chain needs.