Logistics Engineer Group Leader

IFA Powertrain Polska; Summerville (SC); On-site; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Logistics Engineer to spearhead supply chain improvement initiatives. This role involves designing and implementing material flow strategies based on Lean Manufacturing principles, enhancing logistics operations, and ensuring compliance with quality standards. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in logistics engineering within the automotive sector and a passion for optimizing supply chain performance. Join a dynamic team and contribute to innovative solutions that drive efficiency and excellence in logistics operations.

Qualifications

• 4 years in logistics engineering with automotive OEM or Tier 1 supplier.
• Experience in implementing supply chain performance monitoring tools.

Responsibilities

• Lead supply chain improvement initiatives using Lean Manufacturing.
• Develop KPIs to enhance material flow from suppliers to customers.

Skills

Lean Manufacturing

Logistics Engineering

SAP ERP

Data Analysis

Team Collaboration

Microsoft Excel

Communication Skills

Problem Solving

Education

Bachelor Degree in Industrial Engineering

Supply Chain Management

Logistics and Transportation Management

Tools

MS Excel

MS Visio

Job description

Location: Summerville, SC

Job Id: 172

# of Openings: 0

Essential Functions:

Lead analysis and implementation of supply chain improvement initiatives, including designing and implementing material flow and storage strategies based on Lean Manufacturing methodologies.

Improve flow of parts with suppliers, third-party logistics partners, and customers to achieve better cycle times and reduced costs.

Establish, maintain, and communicate material flow specifications, and coordinate resolution of internal and external issues.

Develop and maintain KPIs to measure and improve material flow from suppliers, to production operations and to customers.

Support implementation of Lean Manufacturing practices, and ensure compliance with IATF 16949 quality standards.

Lead both systematic and physical logistics ramp-ups for new program launches.

Perform logistics cost calculations, time studies, and costing studies.

Travel:

15% travel, both domestic and international.

Required Education and Experience:

Bachelor Degree in Industrial Engineering, Supply Chain Management, Engineering Management, Logistics and Transportation Management, Logistics and Transportation Science, or foreign equivalent.

4 years of experience in a logistics engineering or planning position with an automotive OEM or Tier 1 supplier.

4 years of experience with each of the following:

• Creating and implementing tools for monitoring automotive industry supply chain operational performance, including forecasting, building database infrastructure and front-ends, and freight network optimization.
• Performing comparative analysis of existing KPIs and reporting structures to implement improved platforms for automotive industry logistics systems management.
• Leading automotive industry logistics engineering solution design work, including qualifying and validating design phases, and building layouts and systematic ERP models for both new and recurring business.
• Instructing automotive industry logistics staff in SAP ERP system functionality, including WM/IM/MM/PP/SD modules.

1-2 years of experience with:

• Creating and implementing both brown and green field automotive industry manufacturing facility layouts in accordance with AIAG/VDA standards using MS Excel, MS Visio, and 2D modeling software, including materials flow and process designs in conjunction with bid models.

Specific Skills:

• Working knowledge of IATF16949.
• Trained and knowledgeable in site safety policies and procedures.
• SAP.
• Ability to work and oversee operations effectively within a team environment.
• Ability to read and write English.
• Understands the consequences of non-process adherence.
• Must be able to work any shift as required including overtime as needed.
• Basic Microsoft Outlook experience.
• Prioritization and sense of urgency.

Physical Requirements:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

• Must be able to walk/move about a 500,000 sq. ft. manufacturing facility: 100% of the time.
• Must be able to stand/walk/move about specific work area: 90% of the time.
• Must be able to bend/reach/twist/stoop: 70% of the time.
• Must be able to lift up to 40lbs on a frequent basis: 40% of the time.
• Must be able to lift over 40lbs on an infrequent basis: 15% of the time.
• Must be able to sit at a work station: 0% of the time.
• Must be able to work and operate a computer terminal: 80% of the time.
• Vision is required to analyze and process work; and to work on computer terminal/machine centers, etc.
• Hearing is essential for safety reasons; and to communicate with employees, supervisors, managers, vendors, suppliers and customers via conversation, group meetings, and/or phone conferences.