Logistics Engineer

Automated Logistics Systems, LLC.; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

10% annual bonus eligibility

Career growth opportunities

Competitive compensation and benefits

Job summary

Automated Logistics Systems, LLC. is looking for a data-driven Logistics Engineer in Grand Rapids, Michigan. This role involves providing analytics and reporting to support Enterprise account teams, driving cost savings, and optimizing supply chain efficiency.

Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain or related field, 2-5 years of relevant experience, and advanced skills in Microsoft Excel and Power BI. Join a dynamic team focused on innovation and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• 2–5 years of experience in logistics, transportation, or supply chain analytics.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret data.
• Experience working with transportation data (LTL, FTL, parcel, or intermodal).

Responsibilities

• Identify and model cost savings projects for assigned accounts.
• Evaluate client supply chains to uncover inefficiencies.
• Prepare KPI scorecards and reports for presentations.

Skills

Data analysis

Cost savings projects

Logistics knowledge

Communication skills

Proficient in Microsoft Excel

Experience with Power BI

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain or related field

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Power BI

Tableau

Job description

Automated Logistics Systems (ALS) is a Top 100 3PL trusted by clients across North America to streamline their logistics, warehousing, and transportation networks. We’re known for delivering innovative, reliable supply chain solutions—but it’s our people who make the difference.

ALS, you’ll join a growing team built on accountability, continuous improvement, and a drive for excellence, where your work directly impacts the success of our clients and the future of supply chains.

About the Role

We’re looking for a data-driven Logistics Engineer to support our Enterprise account teams by providing analytics, reporting, and process insights that deliver measurable cost savings, improve efficiency, and create better customer outcomes.

This role is ideal for someone with a background in logistics, supply chain, or business/data analysis who enjoys turning numbers into solutions and working cross-functionally to drive performance.

What You’ll Do

• Drive Savings: Identify, model, and deliver cost savings projects for assigned accounts.
• Analyze Networks: Evaluate client supply chains to uncover inefficiencies and recommend targeted improvements.
• Optimize Routing: Maintain routing guide strategies that balance cost, service, and capacity for Enterprise accounts.
• Reporting & Presentations: Prepare KPI scorecards, savings reports, and client-facing presentation materials.
• Spot Opportunities: Generate cross-account value by identifying multi-account savings or revenue opportunities.

Key Metrics (KPIs)

• Cost Savings Delivered
• Routing Guide Compliance
• Reporting Accuracy & Timeliness
• Savings projects: 1+ per quarter
• On-time delivery of monthly reporting

What Success Looks Like

By 90 days, you’ll be confident in:

• Navigating TMS and freight audit systems
• Building advanced reports and dashboards in Excel/Power BI
• Owning weekly/monthly reporting for assigned accounts
• Supporting continuous improvement projects with actionable data insights
• Collaborating with Operations, Procurement, and Account Management to deliver client value

What We’re Looking For

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, Industrial Engineering, Business Analytics, or related field
• 2–5 years of experience in logistics, transportation, or supply chain analytics
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel (pivot tables, lookups, data analysis)
• Experience building reports and dashboards using Power BI, Tableau, or similar tools
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret data and identify trends, inefficiencies, and opportunities
• Experience working with transportation data (LTL, FTL, parcel, or intermodal)
• Ability to manage and analyze large datasets with strong attention to detail
• Strong communication skills with the ability to present data-driven insights to both technical and non-technical audiences

What We Offer

• Competitive base salary (discussed during interview process)
• 10% of base salary annual bonus eligibility
• Career growth opportunities in Logistics Engineering, Account Management, and Enterprise Operations
• A collaborative culture that values data-driven problem solving
• Competitive compensation and benefits.
• Be part of a dynamic, expanding 3PL provider (Top 100 – Transport Topics) making a real impact in supply chains across North America.

If you’re a proven supply chain leader ready to make an impact, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today and take the next step in your career with ALS.