Logistic Operation Supervisor

Aptive

Job Summary

Responsible for managing customer relationships and ensuring on-time, accurate order processing and delivery performance. This role plays a key part in maintaining customer satisfaction, avoiding production disruptions, and supporting continuous improvement within logistics operations.

Must Have

  • Manage customer relationships and ensure on-time delivery performance.
  • Serve as primary communication link between customers, plants, and internal functions.
  • Manage customer orders, shipment scheduling, and delivery execution.
  • Monitor and follow up on shipments, identifying cost-effective logistics solutions.
  • Oversee and support recovery plans for delayed shipments or critical situations.
  • Track plant performance and customer scorecards, taking action on issues.
  • Coordinate with internal teams to maintain accurate system data (EDI, SAP).
  • Review and resolve past dues, IDOCs, and customer disputes promptly.
  • Support continuous improvement initiatives like Kaizen and 3-Leg 5-Why.
  • Ensure compliance with Environmental, Health, Safety, Sustainability, and Energy Management standards.
  • Maintain professional and ethical behavior and comply with company policies.
  • Bachelor’s degree in any field.
  • English proficiency (spoken and written).

Good to Have

  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
  • Analytical, organized, and proactive approach to problem-solving.
  • Capable of managing multiple priorities under pressure with attention to detail.
  • Experience or training in SAP and EDI systems.
  • Minimum of 2 years of experience in production control, logistics, or supply chain operations.

Job Description

Logistic Operation Supervisor

Responsible for managing customer relationships and ensuring on-time, accurate order processing and delivery performance. This role plays a key part in maintaining customer satisfaction, avoiding production disruptions, and supporting continuous improvement within logistics operations.

Key Responsibilities

  • Serve as the primary communication link between customers, manufacturing plants, and internal functions to ensure seamless operations.
  • Manage customer orders, shipment scheduling, and delivery execution to prevent production line interruptions.
  • Monitor and follow up on regular and expedited shipments, identifying cost-effective logistics solutions when needed.
  • Oversee and support recovery plans for delayed shipments or critical situations, escalating issues through Tier meetings when required.
  • Track plant performance and customer scorecards, taking action to address any potential issues.
  • Coordinate with internal teams to maintain accurate system data, including EDI setups, profiles, variants, and order updates in SAP.
  • Review and resolve past dues, IDOCs, and customer disputes in a timely manner.
  • Support continuous improvement initiatives such as Kaizen and 3-Leg 5-Why to optimize logistics and material flow processes.
  • Ensure compliance with Environmental, Health, Safety, Sustainability, and Energy Management standards, reporting any deviations.
  • Maintain professional and ethical behavior in all interactions and comply with internal regulations, customer requirements, and company policies.

Authority

  • Empowered to stop any activity or condition that poses a safety, environmental, or quality risk.
  • Authorized to escalate issues to leadership that may impact customer satisfaction, safety, or operational efficiency.
  • Authorized to provide feedback to promote best practices in safety, quality, and energy efficiency.

Skills & Knowledge

  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills to interact with customers and cross-functional teams.
  • Fluent in English (spoken and written).
  • Solid understanding of supply chain, logistics, and material control processes.
  • Analytical, organized, and proactive approach to problem-solving.
  • Computer literacy; SAP and EDI knowledge preferred.
  • Capable of managing multiple priorities under pressure while maintaining attention to detail.

Education & Training

  • Bachelor’s degree in any field.
  • Training or experience in SAP and EDI preferred.
  • English proficiency required.

Experience

  • Minimum of 2 years of experience in production control, logistics, or supply chain operations preferred.

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