Team Lead Logistics Processes and IT

Bosch Group•Lincolnton, NC

About The Position

The team lead for Logistics Excellence (LOE department, handling logistics processes and underlying logistics IT) is responsible for the logistics projects and innovation function in our Lincolnton plant. They will be part of and continue to develop and lead the local LOE team. Additionally, they will act as the key contact for the business unit’s central logistics located in Switzerland and coordinate and prioritize locally derived activities as well as those centrally defined. In addition to the team lead function, the role requires an in-depth understanding of logistics processes and their underlying IT; for our plant this is mainly related to SAP R/3 as well as INFORM addONE.

Requirements

Relevant university degree in Business Administration, Industrial Engineering, Computer Science or Business Informatics, preferably with focus on Supply Chain Management
Experience in leading a team and project management
In-depth expertise in SAP R/3, any modules related to logistics processes
Knowledge in production, procurement and/or demand planning required
Knowledge in Power BI report creation required, SQL knowledge beneficial
Proficiency in Microsoft Office
Analytical thinking
Openness and capability to learn new things
High initiative and ability to work independently

Responsibilities

Lead and manage local logistics projects from conception to completion, ensuring they deliver tangible improvements and business value for the Lincolnton plant.
Define and manage project roadmaps for logistics initiatives, including process and IT system changes
Act as the primary local expert for logistics processes, with a deep understanding of our SAP R/3 and INFORM addONE systems.
Local responsibility for transition and change management to S/4 HANA and Kinaxis Maestro in the next few years.
Continuously assess the performance and efficiency of existing logistics processes, identifying and implementing improvements to increase maturity and effectiveness.
Serve as the main point of contact between the Lincolnton plant and the central logistics team in Switzerland.
Coordinate with relevant stakeholders to prioritize and align local and centrally defined logistics initiatives.
Prepare and present project updates, status reports, and decision proposals to internal stakeholders and management.
Develop and maintain clear, up-to-date process documentation as well as create and deliver trainings for end-users.
Lead, mentor, and develop a small team, setting clear goals and conducting regular performance reviews to foster growth.
Delegate tasks effectively and manage the team's workload to ensure project deadlines and departmental targets are met.
Develop a collaborative team environment that encourages innovation and continuous improvement.