Logistics Specialist

Logistics Specialist

Under general supervision, this position manages the Client’s Logistics Center (LC) and the contracted Logistics Service Providers (LSPs) of the Client. Provides the exchange of all relevant information between client and all LSPs at the LC, acting as a part of the Client’s EDL Management Team to ensure proper implementation of Client’s directives and communication regarding the LSP. Conducts structured reviews of the LSP’s achievement of Client’s and the LSP’s Key Performance Indicators (KPIs).

Responsibilities

Assume responsibility for operational support of the LSP during the Client’s daily production.
Communicate general and/or technical information, both verbally and in writing, to and from the LSPs.
Ensure that the LSP works to achieve the goals of the client’s Supply Chain Operations, Material Planning, and MLC Planning to continually improve, advance, and grow.
Lead problem solving activities for exception handling and towards achievement of maximum inventory accuracy.
Develop methods, train personnel, monitor and verify that exceptions reporting is accurate, timely, and includes the proper distribution and escalation.
Prepare planning options for exceptions handling, evaluation of cost-efficiency and proof analysis of both and information for required reports.
Track Key Performance Indicators of the LSPs in order to provide effective production support including but not limited to: scheduling and prioritization of unloads for Receipt and Put Away, performing audits for maximizing inventory accuracy, problem solving and resolution of exceptions, minimizing missing parts and/or downtime, accurate and timely deliveries to the plants, sequencing accuracy, etc.
Ensure that the LSPs develop and track their own KPIs which are necessary to support the Client’s Operations with ongoing Continuous Improvement. Provide escalation of potential shortages, personnel concerns, safety topics, or any other topics or concerns that may have the potential to impact the Client’s Operations to the client’s Management as necessary.
Work as a part of project groups or task forces and contribute to the development/exchange of Lessons Learned and Best Practices.
Perform year end physical inventories or inventory migrations, container counts, missing parts reviews, yard audits, process audits, layout planning, practical problem solving, brainstorming, etc.
Work in any of three shifts when necessary.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in: Supply chain, Operations Management, Business Administration, Logistics

Or the equivalent combination of education and experience

A minimum of 3 years of relevant professional experience in Logistic, Warehousing, Supply Chain Management within an Automotive related manufacturing setting

Working knowledge of SAP, MS Office

NIGHT SHIFT POSITION 8:0O PM - 5:00 AM CST

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $70,000.00 - $85,248.02 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Education:

• Bachelor's (Required)

Experience:

• SAP: 3 years (Required)
• Logistics: 5 years (Required)
• Inventory control: 3 years (Preferred)

Work Location: In person