Certified as a Top Employer; KONE is dedicated to a better world of work and exhibits this through excellent people practices. We are committed to fostering a great work culture and inspiring the highest standards of quality and efficiency from the team putting our people first and creating a workplace that nurtures collaboration, diversity, growth and wellbeing.
KONE Middle East & Africa is dynamic & diverse with direct presence in 12 countries as well as more than 60 distributor markets across a vast geographical footprint.
KONE Logistics vision is to offer a seamless material flow to our customers providing quality, transparency and proactive communication. To achieve this, we are looking for a Regional Logistics Manager to lead logistics teams and operations across the region reporting to the Logistics Director APM.
Responsibility
Represents the local Logistics Cluster and report to Area Logistics Director
Develop and execute logistics strategies for the Cluster with Global and Area logistics, and business stakeholders in NBS, MOD and Service
Manages local country logistics teams
Coordinates with local Country teams to ensure timely, quality and cost competitive supply of equipment and spare parts within the Cluster
Collaborates with Logistics Development Management
Identifies cross-unit/cross regional logistics partner network opportunities and risks
Manages logistics budget within Cluster
People management
Cluster Logistics Manager coordinates and oversees the work of his/her subordinates and contributes to the organization’s logistics strategy in an effective and consistent way and according to established guidelines and budgets
Responsible for team competence development, employee satisfaction and motivation.
Sets and monitors team/individual performance objectives
Responsible for communication to his/her team.
Responsible for people management of his/her team
Responsible for KONE Way Logistics Operating Model in the Cluster, including related organizational setup and resourcing
Ensure effective deployment and benefit realization of KONE Way and local initiatives
Provide input and feedback about changes needed to KONE Way
Performance measures
On Time Delivery, Damages, Clearance compliance, Cost /unit, inventory accuracy, etc.,
Savings performance in Cluster
Logistics contract coverage of consumed logistics services in area (following global service offering management)
Health and safety
Quality and timeliness of Logistics reporting in area
Professional requirements
International logistics management
Logistics suppliers and network management
People management
Stakeholder management
Change management
Project management
Costing and account management
Are you the one?
Technical and/or commercial degree, MSc in relevant major (e.g. Logistics and Supply Chain) and/or MBA as a plus
Fluent level of English is a must, additional languages (e.g. Arabic) as a plus
Minimum 7 years of experience in Logistics, supply chain management or relevant area
Proven ability to work in international environment
Willingness to travel extensively
Should have proven leadership / cross-functional team skills
Experience with SAP or similar procurement systems preferred
Project Management and Process Improvement experience
Strong communication skills – verbal and written, ability to communicate effectively to varied audiences
Able to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic environment
Understanding of and experience with supplier and subcontractor negotiations, understanding of commercial terms and conditions related to procurement of goods and services.
At KONE, we are focused on creating an innovative and collaborative working culture where we value the contribution of each individual. Employee engagement is a key focus area for us and we encourage participation and the sharing of information and ideas. Sustainability is an integral part of our culture and the daily practice. We follow ethical business practices and we seek to develop a culture of working together where co-workers trust and respect each other and good performance is recognized. In being a great place to work, we are proud to offer a range of experiences and opportunities that will help you to achieve your career and personal goals and enable you to live a healthy and balanced life.
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