Launch Logistics Lead

MAHLE GmbH; Farmington Hills (MI); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

MAHLE GmbH is seeking a Launch Logistics Planner to drive logistics readiness for new programs in Farmington Hills, MI. You will lead packaging coordination, optimize inbound/outbound flows, and target minimal inventory across programs to enable smooth Start of Production.

You will work with customers, plants, and suppliers, ensuring SAP/EDI readiness and actively supporting continuous improvement initiatives within a cross-functional team.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Supply Chain or Engineering.
• 2+ years of logistics / manufacturing experience.
• Experience with SAP, WEB EDI and all Microsoft office applications preferred.
• Demonstrate ability to handle multiple projects in interdisciplinary teams.
• Advanced communication and problem-solving skills.
• Strong initiative and cost awareness.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate inbound and outbound packaging with packaging engineers on assigned programs.
• Ensure cost optimized and secure Inbound/ outbound supply chain settings for new programs.
• Ensure lowest possible inventory for assigned programs including consignment implementation.
• Fulfill deliverables for all logistics requirements of the project.
• Monitor and ensure Material availability in cooperation with Plant and Program Teams.
• Update Project Teams on status of all critical path items / ensure focus and escalation of critical issues.
• Perform related duties as assigned or as situations dictates.
• Keep plant logistics teams informed on program progress and issues - ensure feasibility of logistic settings for plant.
• Support Project Commitment and cost avoidance initiatives for Packaging and Logistic Planning.
• Ensure timely setup of SAP / EDI for new programs.
• Support / lead continuous improvement initiatives

Skills

Multitask management

Communication

Problem-solving

Initiative & cost awareness

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Supply Chain or Engineering

Tools

SAP

WEB EDI

Microsoft Office

Job description

MAHLE GmbH is seeking a Launch Logistics Planner to drive logistics readiness for new programs in Farmington Hills, MI. You will lead packaging coordination, optimize inbound/outbound flows, and target minimal inventory across programs to enable smooth Start of Production.

You will work with customers, plants, and suppliers, ensuring SAP/EDI readiness and actively supporting continuous improvement initiatives within a cross-functional team.