Logistics Methods Support

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Date: 25 Oct 2024

Location: Midrand, ZA

Company: Alstom

 

 

At Alstom, we understand transport networks and what moves people. From high-speed trains, metros, monorails, and trams, to turnkey systems, services, infrastructure, signalling and digital mobility, we offer our diverse customers the broadest portfolio in the industry. Every day, more than 80 000 colleagues lead the way to greener and smarter mobility worldwide, connecting cities as we reduce carbon and replace cars.

 

 

 

 

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Vacancy

 

Logistics Methods Support

 

 

 

 

Appointments will be made in line with the company's employment equity plan. People with Disability are encouraged to apply.

 

Gibela’s journey is intrinsically tied to a vision of socio-economic transformation, one that recognises the central role of passenger rail in propelling the South African economy forward. As we embark on this mission, we stand at the crossroads of opportunities and progress, where the revitalisation of commuter rail serves as a cornerstone for building a brighter future.

 

Gibela stands as Africa’s largest train manufacturing and passenger trains maintenance company, holding steadfast to its commitment to spearheading the revival of the South African railway sector. With a transformative vision, Gibela endeavours to catalyse the shift towards commuter rail as the preferred mode of transport for urban communities.

 

We invite suitably qualified candidates to apply for the Logistics Methods Support position within the Services department. The position will report to the Engineer Logistics Methods and is based in Randjespark, Midrand.

 

Job Purpose

Organize / Set up the project flows (physical and information flows) to ensure project satisfaction (material availability) by:

 

  • Defining & implementing contractual agreement / commitments on logistics &   packaging specifications with suppliers

 

  • Anticipating, defining and coordinating operational processes such as transportation optimization or logistics process and method analysis, including during SAP implementation.

 

Key Responsibilities
  • Logistic Specification:  Define and contractualising the logistics specifications and make sure they are applied by suppliers & Participating Alstom units.
  • National/ International Flows: set up the flows for the project or improve the current flow (optimize the repair loop; define appropriate milkrun, returnable packaging policy).
  • Warehouse organization: design and optimize the warehouse. 
  • Local Flows from warehouse to operations: set up the physical & information flows (SAP) between warehouse & point of use. 
  • Ensure the definition of material & information flows at project start. 
  • Develop and provide appropriate training for team members to enable them to improve and achieve their objectives whilst effectively contributing to business performance. 
  • Continuous improvement: in charge of managing continuous improvement for supply chain department. This activity has to be carried out in order to meet lean manufacturing objectives.  
  • Quality management system & Documentation for all Processes relating to supply chain.  
  • Ensure Process governance, Risk and Opportunity management with site interested parties. 
  • Standardisation of tools and processes in close collaboration with other departments. 
  • Prepare, follow, and analyse QMS assessments achieved by certification bodies and main customers. Communicate about QMS improvement actions, through Quality network & APSYS (site “Quality métiers” functions). 
  • Ensure organization and consolidation results of Supply Chain Process Reviews, APSYS and site Quality Management Review. 

 

Minimum Requirements
  • Grade 12 and or minimum N3 Certificate.
  • National Diploma or Degree in Industrial/ Supply chain / Logistics. 
  • Similar industry experience, 3-5 years in an industrial environment 
  • Advanced knowledge of Supply chain processes especially in warehouse & material flows. 
  • ERP: SAP / Advanced in Excel. 
  • Active team player, deadline driven, process driven 
  • Collaboration and team working, QMS department, Methods & Supply Chain team. 
  • Ability to work in a matrix organisation & Leadership. 
  • Identifies the critical tasks & resources necessary to achieve the desired objectives, takes action to ensure execution, delivery and follow-up.  

 

Closing Date

8 November 2024

 

Should you not hear from us in 30 days, consider your application as unsuccessful.

 

 

Gibela Rail Transport Consortium (Pty) Ltd offers equal employment opportunity and subscribes to the Affirmative Action policy.

 

 


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