Job Description

The Logistics Specialist is mainly responsible for controlling information flow from the customers to all involved internal departments as well as the suppliers. Key tasks are maximizing customer on time deliveries, maintaining acceptable inventory levels and reducing costs. The Logistics Specialist also supports and leads improvement projects within the value stream. This position interacts regularly with employees, management, senior management, customers and suppliers. The level of quality and accuracy displayed in the performance of this job will have an impact on the daily operations of the department and, ultimately, customer satisfaction.

• Maintain material master data in SAP to optimize inventory levels while maintaining target level operational efficiency.
• Proactively communicate any identified production, capacity issue, supplier shortages to the necessary departments. Start and manage escalations with customers and suppliers to solve various types of issues in the supply chain.
• Monitor, analyze and improve key performance indicators for planning (e.g. delivery performance, inventory, costs).
• Lead continuous improvement efforts in the area of information flow between customer, sales and supplying plants to establish and improve the material supply chain and service level to the customer by applying lean principles.
• Check incoming customer forecast for deviations. Ensure customer respects agreements (frozen zone, fluctuating range, etc.) and communicate concerns to customer.
• Support new product introductions (phase-ins/phase-outs) and engineering/revision changes with sales, production team and supplying plant to meet customer requirements while minimizing obsolescence risk.
• Data analysis for uncovering improvement potentials and determining root causes of supply chain issues.
• Ability to make critical independent decisions and act within Bosch Automotive Steering and customer organization.
• Applies and demonstrates leadership skills. Uses leadership skills in formulating communications to customers
• Applies project management principles to support departmental activities
• Uses knowledge to adapt procedures, processes and techniques to accomplish requirements

Qualifications

Qualifications/Competency:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

ESSENTIAL SKILLS and ABILITIES

Language Skills:

• Basic language skills required

Mathematical Skills:

• Extensive math skills required

Reasoning Ability:

• Individual must have ability to make independent decisions that may be of a complex nature.
• Works under direct supervision and follows standard procedures and written instructions to accomplish assigned tasks.

Computer Skills:

• Must have Intermediate computer skills and knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook software. Must have skills and knowledge of SAP and other software packages (Ex: Axalant, Test Software).

Other Skills and Abilities:

• Individual must possess the interpersonal skills communicate with not only coworkers but all personnel levels (VP, BU Mgr, line workers).

Physical Demands/Work Environment:

Must have the ability to work in an office environment, which could include sitting or standing for the majority of the day. Responsibilities include the need to lift, carry, push, and pull material on an infrequent basis. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Additional Information

** Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability / veterans**
Indefinite U.S. work authorized individuals only. Future sponsorship for work authorization is not available.

*Bosch adheres to Federal, State, and Local laws regarding drug-testing. Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a drug screen and background check. Candidates who have been offered the position must pass both screenings before their start date.

Your well-being matters at Bosch! We offer a competitive compensation and a benefits package designed to empower you in every area of your life. This includes premium health coverage, a 401(k) with generous matching, resources for financial planning and goal setting, ample paid time off, parental leave, and comprehensive life and disability protection. We're investing in your success!