The Analyst I for Logistics & Distribution for Beckman Coulter Diagnostics is responsible for oversight and direction in Japan Logistics & Distribution (L&D) function. This position will be responsible for providing transportation and distribution though leadership, as well as the execution of all key logistics and trade compliance processes in Japan.
This position is part of the Japan L&D function located in Mishima, Shizuoka, Japan and will be on-site. At Beckman Coulter, our vision is to relentlessly reimagine healthcare, one diagnosis at a time.
You will be a part of the Japan L&D team and report to the Japan Logistics Manager responsible for Transportation and Warehousing. If you thrive in a dynamic, driven, multifunctional, fast paced, team orientated role and want to work to build a world-class Logistics and Distribution function in Japan —read on.
In this role, you will have the opportunity to:
- Plan export shipments for internal and external customers overseas, , actively engaging with multiple stakeholders to gather and integrate their diverse requirements.
- Acquire METI export permit to support customers in Russia and provide critical updates and communicate status of permit applications to global teams.
- Manage procedures and trainings for Logistics & Distribution (L&D) Associates in Beckman Coulter warehouses in Japan
- Maintain business relationships with Customs Brokers and Freight Forwarders
- Monitor Key Performance Indicators (KPI) metrics to measure efficiency and improvement of L&D Associates from views of Safety, Quality, Delivery, Cost, Inventory and Productivity
- Improve Freight and Warehousing processes and systems; driving towards “Best-In-Class” operations.
- Lead and participate in Kaizen projects in collaboration with internal & external stakeholders
The essential requirements of the job include:
- Business-level English proficiency (Vantage), in addition to Japanese
- Bachelor’s degree
- Conceptual and practical expertise in the field related to logistics control/management as well as knowledge of best practices differentiated in the market
- Problem solving skills to deal with complex issues, taking a new perspective using existing solutions
- No supervisory responsibilities but provide informal guidance to other team members
It would be a plus if you also possess previous experience in:
Working experience in Supply Chain or Logistics industry
Experience with ERP system development
Experience in Audit Responses (ISO9001, ISO 13485, Customs Audits etc.)
