Logistics Manager

Position Title: Logistics Manager Organization: Lufthansa Technik Puerto Rico (LTPR) Department: OMM FLSA Classification: Exempt (Professional) EEOC Job Category (2) Professional Revision Date: December 28, 2023 Position’s Connections Position of the direct supervisor Central Supply Manager Positions of the direct subordinates Store person, Store Assistant, Store Coordinator, Supply Coordinator Description of the Position Responsible for ensuring smooth execution, high performance and cost efficiency of local logistics, material management and warehousing processes.
To functionally and disciplinarily, lead the local materials team assigned, supervise, and monitor their tasks.
Essential Responsibilities Functionally and disciplinary leads the store person, store coordinators, the material coordinators and the MvO’s.
Manages all local logistics processes such as all warehouse related activities (receiving, inspection, issuing, picking, quarantine handling, shipping, storage of goods, etc.
), internal/local transportation and aircraft customs clearance.
Take an active role in the implementation of solutions for process improvements within the department.
Continuous tracking of quality and internal audit processes.
Ensure continuous training and further skills development of on-site logistics personnel.
Conducts annual performance evaluation of the personnel.
Produce duty roasters (shift plans) in accordance with requirements of running maintenance workload (e.
g.
, organize adequate coverage for key project milestones) and ensure strict following of the rosters.
Produce regular reports and statistics on a daily, weekly, and monthly basis.
Ensure a high level of housekeeping of the Store area.
Determine proper methods for storage, identification, and stock location.
Manage cycle counts.
Performing any technical task that he/she is appointed by his / her superior.
Actively taking part in improvement projects (e.
g.
, workshops on ideas sharing for efficiency increase / development of best-in-class performance measures / better capacity steering and transition to more flexible working hours) Continuous optimization of own and subordinate’s tasks Participates in internal and/or external meetings, negotiations, committees, teams, and others, as assigned.
Participates in internal as well as external audits (government, company, FAA, customer, etc.
), as needed.
Efficiency and performance of his/her team through indicators such as: On time fulfilment of requests (on-time physical delivery of material requests issued from store to production lines) On-time return bookings Store men productivity (Number of handled goods per store person per day/shift) Utilization of employees / overtime costs / sickness quota Number of quality/finance audit findings Stock counting results Housekeeping Other Responsibilities Maintains working area clean and organized.
Comply and ensure compliance with company policies, procedures, local and federal regulations.
Perform other tasks and projects, as requested.
Ensure adherence to compliance culture requirements.
Education, Skills and Competencies Bachelor’s degree in business administration, economics, logistics or engineering or relevant experience in logistics Minimum 5 years’ experience in materials Has worked as team leader for minimum of 3 years.
Good knowledge of other logistics processes (transport, planning & purchasing) Excellent verbal and written communication skills Strong leadership and negotiation skills Team spirit, sense of responsibility and very good interpersonal skills Computer literate, preferably SAP knowledge Flexibility according to workload during the project phases Ability to generate new ideas and identify potential for improvement within his/her working area.
Experience in process design and training Knowledge in OSHA regulations and labor laws Fluent in English and Spanish Valid driver’s license Working conditions Office and warehouse environment.
This job operates in a professional environment.
This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, fax, scanner and filing cabinets.
Extended hours, holidays and weekends work are required as needed, and the employee should be prepared to work outside of standard business hours when necessary to meet organizational needs.
The workspace may range from a desk in an open layout cubicle, a private office or working remotely from home.
Being a international company, there will be a linguistic diversity.
The temperature will be in a comfortable range.
Sometimes it may be colder than normal.
Available to travel abroad Physical Demands (if applicable) The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, sit, squat, bend, and talk and hear.
Must be able to use a computer keyboard, mouse, and office equipment.
Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision and color vision and ability to adjust focus.
Sitting for Extended Periods: the job requires prolonged periods of sitting at a desk or computer.
Computer Use: the position involves extensive computer use, including typing, using a mouse, and staring at a screen for extended periods.
Lifting and Carrying: the job requires lifting or carrying items, even if they are relatively light, like office supplies, files, or equipment.
Repetitive Motions: there are repetitive motions involved, such as typing, filing, or data entry.
Standing or Walking: While office jobs are generally sedentary, there may be occasions when standing or walking is required, such as during meetings or when using office equipment.
Communication Skills: communication is essential in an office setting.
Include any relevant requirements for speaking, listening, and effective communication.
This job description reflects management’s assignment of essential functions; it does not exclude or restrict the tasks that may be reasonably assigned.