Packaging Specialist

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Operational Logistics

Founded in 1929, Yazaki is a Japanese full systems supplier of wire harness, electrical, data products and solutions enabling vehicle electrification, connectivity, and autonomy integration. More than 235,000 committed and highly motivated employees in 45 countries make us one of the most successful international automotive suppliers. Join a family-owned company committed to being environmentally friendly in every aspect of its business, contributing to society, and inspiring trust.

To strengthen our team, we are looking for a Packaging Specialist in our plant in [[location]].

• Monitor the execution of the Yazaki Europe Operating System (RASIC, Process Flow, OSA) related to RM and FG packaging management
• Create guidelines, working procedures, and forms for RM and FG packaging areas
• Define Performance and Proactive KPIs related to packaging management
• Provide assistance to category buyers on the integration and validation of Supplier Logistics Manual requirements during the RFQ phase
• Support Engineering in packing solution validation against logistics requirements
• Support RM suppliers in understanding Yazaki Logistics requirements
• Assist CSC Logistics in packaging design and validation processes, ensuring compliance with Yazaki Logistics standards
• Support the release of packing and packaging specifications
• Provide support to CSC in the submission and negotiation of quotations with packaging suppliers
• Execute the RFQ process together with Purchasing, ensuring the implementation of awarded suppliers with CSC and plants
• Analyze RM and FG packaging costs and propose optimization and rationalization opportunities
• Provide assistance to Plant Logistics and SQA teams in validating FAR (Functional Approval Report) logistics requirements for new parts
• Act as a consultant for Plant Logistics and CSC teams in the RM and FG Packaging field
• Maintain the RM and FG Packaging database at YEMEA level
• Support Plants, Kotozukuri Hubs Managers, and CSC Managers in achieving department KPIs
• Lead workshops and initiate continuous improvement projects
• Identify improvement opportunities, support implementation, and follow up on results
• Ensure reporting of all packaging improvement projects in the ECIP application

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Logistics, Business Administration or related fields
• Minimum 2 years of experience in logistics processes and packaging management
• Strong knowledge of supply chain management and cost analysis
• Experience in using MS Office Programs
• Proficient in English (written and spoken)
• Experience in performance management and continuous improvement methodologies
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills

At Yazaki, we are committed to providing equal employment opportunities for everyone which extends to all aspects of the employment relationship.

We are looking forward to receiving your application and to get to know you. Please apply by clicking the 'Apply Now' button. We wish you all the success in your application!