Automated Material Handling Consultant

KION Group; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 65,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career Development

Competitive Compensation

Pay Transparency

Global Opportunities

Job summary

Dematic is seeking an Automated Material Handling Consultant to join its consulting team. The role spans new and existing systems, evaluating equipment, software, and operations to maximize performance. The base pay range is $65,000 - $140,000, with compensation varying by location and experience.

The position offers career development, competitive compensation, pay transparency, and global opportunities within a leading supply chain automation company.

Qualifications

• Understand the full functionality of warehouse automation systems.
• Analyze and evaluate new and existing systems and processes.
• Lead consultancy projects with customers to create a vision for their operations.
• Proficiency with analytical tools, workflow time study, and process balancing.

Responsibilities

• Consult with customers to understand and articulate the future state of operations.
• Analyze and optimize material handling processes and equipment.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver innovative solutions.
• Apply mathematical and engineering principles to streamline processes.
• Review simulations and ensure deliverability of designs.

Skills

Material handling knowledge

Analytical skills

Communication

Leadership

Tools

Analytical tools

Job description

We are looking for candidates to join the Dematic Consulting Team within the exciting and growing industry of supply chain automation. The Automated Material Handling Consultant is a trusted advisor for our Customers, Sales, and Execution teams. The Automated Material Handling Consultant is tasked in helping our customers to get the best out of their systems. The position will be involved in both new and existing systems and evaluates all aspects that affect system performance. These include equipment, software, and operations.

We offer: What We Offer:

What We Offer

• Career Development
• Competitive Compensation and Benefits
• Pay Transparency
• Global Opportunities

Learn More Here: https://www.dematic.com/en-us/about/careers/what-we-offer

Dematic provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

Logistics and Supply Chain Careers at Dematic Chart your path! Whether you are an engineer, customer service agent, supply chain expert, or salesperson, Dematic has a role for you. The base pay range for this role is estimated to be $65,000 - $140,000 at the time of posting. Final compensation will be determined by various factors such as work location, education, experience, knowledge, and skills.

Tasks and Qualifications

What We Offer: Understand the full functionality of world class warehouse and distribution center automation Analyze and evaluate new and existing systems and processes, identifying value-added and non-value-added activities to solve design challenges Conceive, compare, recommend, and present innovative solutions based on analysis and organizational objectives Evaluate and explore new and existing processes, equipment, and materials as an input to performance metrics Working with a cross-functional team of engineers from several technical disciplines to deliver some of the most innovative solutions in the industry Review simulation scenarios to ensure the deliverability of the design / scope / solution with a “real world” view of the operational challenges Lead consultancy projects with our customers to create a vision for the future of their operations. Utilize principles of mathematics, science, and engineering to streamline processes Proficiency with analytical tools, workflow time study, and process balancing

What You Will Do In This Role:

Consulting Mindset Breadth of Material Handling Knowledge Ability to communicate complex problems to a diverse audience Analytical Skills to Understanding of solution design Analytic skills to compare process and solutions Ability to work in stressful situations Proven ability to lead change Experience influencing cross function teams. System Design or Operation LI-DH1 KION brands keep the world moving – globally, regionally, and locally.

KION is the Supply Chain Solutions Company. With over 42,000 employees in more than 100 countries, we enable smart, sustainable, and reliable supply chains worldwide - wherever goods are stored, moved, or delivered. KION offers its customers the full spectrum of solutions to make their supply chains future-ready. Our international brands, Linde Material Handling, STILL, and Baoli and our regional brands, Fenwick and OM, stand for outstanding technological innovation, intelligent automation and service excellence in forklift trucks and warehouse equipment. Dematic complements this expertise with state-of-the-art automation technology and AI-supported software solutions that optimize intralogistics across warehousing, production, and distribution. Whether locally or globally – we offer exciting career opportunities in an innovative environment shaped by our core values: Integrity, Collaboration, Courage, and Excellence. Together, we create the magic of supply chain solutions. Join our team – Push it forward.