Global Logistics Analyst

Requisition Number: 69278

 

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Our Optical Communications segment has recently evolved from being a manufacturer of optical fiber and cable, hardware and equipment to being a comprehensive provider of industry-leading optical solutions across the broader communications industry.This segment is classified into two main product groupings – carrier network and enterprise network. The carrier network product group consists primarily of products and solutions for optical-based communications infrastructure for services such as video, data and voice communications. The enterprise network product group consists primarily of optical-based communication networks sold to businesses, governments and individuals for their own use.

 

Role Purpose

 

Provide analytical leadership & support to build, maintain and optimize the global OFC logistics network – inclusive of freight, warehousing, trade compliance and associated key performance indicators. Align to global OFC business needs, objectives and reporting for spend analysis, cost reduction, margin improvement, in-transit inventory management, delivery performance, revenue recognition & process governance across all regions. Work closely with Global Supply Management/GLO to provide the supporting expertise, 3rd party services and solutions for all the above.

 

Key Responsibilities

 

• Collaborate with key OFC business & GSM primes for global logistics network planning, design, implementation & management
• Analyze global logistics KPI(s) for end-to-end network performance; lead &/or support efforts to optimize and improve
• Manage & maintain the Global Freight Routing Guide for OFC ware flow (raw material & finished goods); including process governance & control
• Lead OFC logistics cost reduction initiatives; closely align with all key plants & commercial primes to capture & report margin improvements & related savings in supporting tools & processes
• Manage OFC logistics cost reduction portfolio; collaborate with all key functions to manage & improve supporting processes
• Collaborate with GSM to ensure alignment to & compliance with applicable rules, policies & systems
• Collaborate with Finance and Regional Logistics Managers for monthly freight spend reporting; analyzing monthly spend to identify & lead improvement actions
• Logistics lead for 'ad hoc' international shipping requests & support (Engineering, Quality, customer trials, new suppliers, etc.)
• OFC business lead for global in-transit inventory visibility & management; includes all supporting tools & processes
• Collaborate with PLM, Commercial & Finance for revenue recognition planning, management & reporting; includes shipment execution & performance through delivery (per all supporting customer contract/PO terms)

 

Required Education 

 

• BS or MS in Supply Chain, Logistics, Operations Management or a related Engineering field of study
• 5+ years of related work experience in an operations environment
• Domestic & international supply chain management; with a focus on freight management, product delivery & cost performance

 

Desired Experiences 

 

• Ability to learn & manage a complex global logistics network
• Strong analytical, accounting & cost management skills
• Creative/