Pre-Serial Logistics Engineer

Company Description

KOSTAL is a leader in the Automotive industry generated from German multinational company, with 44 locations in 20 countries, we have reached more that 3.300 million sales in 2022 and aiming more the upcoming years, with a platform of 19100 employees, and more that 10% of the revenue are re-invested in the R&D.

With decades of experience in the assembly of switches for a big variety of customers, our Moroccan division was developed to be one the best KOSTAL sites worldwide.

We are committed to stand out from the rest and value our customers, we have made it priority to understand our customer’s need and rise to that level in every challenge.

If you’re dynamic, motivated, willing to learn and to be part of our next success, We invite you to apply, come, join to participate in our mutual development.

Job Description

Purpose of the Position:

The Pre-Serial Logistics Engineer is responsible for planning, coordinating, and ensuring the execution of all logistics activities during the project phase, from project nomination until SOP and ramp-up stabilization.

The position serves as the logistics interface between Engineering, Purchasing, Production Planning, Manufacturing Engineering, Quality, Suppliers, and Launch managers, ensuring that the correct material is available at the right time, in the correct quantity, and with the latest engineering status for all prototype, validation, pre-series, and launch activities.

Main Responsibilities:

• Lead and coordinate all pre-serial logistics activities for new product launches.
• Ensure material availability for prototype, PV, validation, pre-series, and SOP builds according to project milestones.
• Review and understand product structures (BOM), engineering changes (ECN/ECR), revision levels, indexes, and material status.
• Participate actively in Part List Meetings and monitor open actions until closure.
• Coordinate engineering changes with Engineering and ensure implementation within the required project timing.
• Follow up with suppliers regarding tooling readiness, engineering modifications, material availability, production planning, delivery schedules, and recovery plans.
• Coordinate closely with Purchasing to secure the availability of components throughout the project phase.
• Work with Production Planning to ensure capacity and material planning are aligned with project milestones.
• Coordinate with Manufacturing Engineering regarding build schedules and launch readiness.
• Monitor logistics risks and proactively escalate potential shortages or delays that may impact project timing.
• Participate in project milestone reviews and report logistics readiness status.
• Maintain and update logistics action plans related to project launches.
• Support project ramp-up activities until production stabilization after SOP.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives within pre-serial logistics processes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Industrial Engineering, Logistics Engineering, Supply Chain Management, or a related discipline.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in Automotive Logistics, Supply Chain, Industrial Engineering, Launch Management, or Project Logistics.
• Experience managing logistics activities for new product launches in the automotive industry.
• Experience working in a cross-functional and international environment.

Languages

• English: Professional working proficiency.
• French: Professional working proficiency.
• Spanish is considered an advantage.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

• On-time material availability for all project milestones.
• Zero project delays caused by logistics readiness.
• Successful implementation of engineering changes within project timing.
• On-time supplier deliveries during the project phase.
• Customer satisfaction regarding pre-serial logistics support.
• Successful logistics readiness before SOP.
• Stable project ramp-up without logistics-related disruptions.

Additional Information

KOSTAL Morocco collects and processes your personal data as part of the recruitment process, exclusively for the purpose of managing applications. This processing has been submitted for authorization to the CNDP under number A-RH-391/2024.

The personal data collected may be shared only with the HR department, in compliance with confidentiality and applicable legal requirements.

In accordance with Law 09-08 on the protection of individuals with regard to the processing of personal data, you have the right to access, rectify, and oppose the use of your personal data. You may exercise these rights by contacting the HR department at the following address: RRHH.KOMOR@KOSTAL.COM.