Solutions Engineer

ph3General Description /h3 /brpWorldwide “KATOEN NATIE” combines engineering as well as the latest technologies to offer customized client oriented logistical solutions. These solutions are provided to a large variety of big and small companies, active in a large range of sectors or industries. The Business Unit (BU) Consumer Goods Industry manages the complete supply chain flow with a focus on warehousing from several Business Lines like Textiles, DIY products, Sporting Goods, Aftermarket logistics and E-commerce. KATOEN NATIE has several sites in 40 countries in Europe, North America, South America and the Far East and has more than 18.000 people active in operational, staff and management functions. /p /brh3Position /h3 /brpSolutions Engineer /p /brh3Location /h3 /brpKallo (BE) /p /brh3Contract type /h3 /brpPermanent /p /brh3General Description /h3 /brpWorldwide “KATOEN NATIE” combines engineering as well as the latest technologies to offer customized client oriented logistical solutions. These solutions are provided to a large variety of big and small companies, active in a large range of sectors or industries. The Business Unit (BU) Consumer Goods Industry manages the complete supply chain flow with a focus on warehousing from several Business Lines like Textiles, DIY products, Sporting Goods, Aftermarket logistics and E-commerce. KATOEN NATIE has several sites in 40 countries in Europe, North America, South America and the Far East and has more than 18.000 people active in operational, staff and management functions. /p /brh3Job Description /h3 /brpThe function consists of 2 major

responsibilities:
/p /brul /brliCoordination of teams that are responsible for the execution of all tasks (WMS setup, Building fit out, training, …) /li /brliControl over scope / budget / timing in order to achieve a successful start‑up for KTN as well as for Customer reaching the forecasted KPI’s and profitability. /li /brliManage lessons learnt process toward the different teams on operational level as well as financial level /li /br /ul /brpAs a Solutions Engineer you manage in team RFI/RFP/RFQ and deliver competitive concepts based on customer requirements /p /brul /brliAnalyses of logistical data /li /brliDesign adjust warehouse processes / automation /li /brliDesign warehouse layout /li /brliCalculate prices /li /brliMake attractive and professional proposals /li /br /ul /brpJoin and support Business Development team in negotiations with new customers /p /brh3Your profile /h3 /brul /brliProven track record: at least 5 years of experience in logistics/warehouse operations /li /brliStrong analytical skills (cost calculations, ROI, productivities, process design, …) /li /brliPeople manager customer focused /li /brliProblem solver, hands‑on, team player /li /brliAble to cope with short deadlines /li /brliLanguages: English is a must, French and Dutch are a plus /li /brliWillingness to travel abroad is a must (maximum periods of 3 months) /li /br /ul /brh3Required Experience /h3 /brp4 years /p /brh3We offer /h3 /brul /brliAn exciting job in a leading dynamic company with a no-nonsense culture /li /brliA job with high responsibility, lots of variety and international scope /li /brliA competitive salary in accordance to knowledge and experience /li /br /ul /p