Logistics Engineer II

Neovia; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Neovia in Grand Rapids, MI is seeking a logistics professional to optimize storage, plan redevelopments of warehouse layouts, and lead mid-complex projects for improved efficiency. You will coordinate with teams to redesign space and processes in service parts logistics environments.

The role emphasizes reviewing storage concepts, developing layouts, and overseeing equipment installation, while driving continuous improvement and cross-functional collaboration.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Logistics/Production Engineering or suitable logistics experience.
• 2–4 years of experience in logistics or related field.
• Strong communication and analytical skills.
• Good interpersonal, organizational and planning skills.
• Ability to work in a team with little supervision and drive improvement through change management.
• Knowledge of Warehouse Management Systems (SAP WM, Blue Yonder WMS, LMS) is a plus.
• Excellent PC skills in MS Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Visio; AutoCAD is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Review/Develop warehouse storage concepts and support re-arrangement activities.
• Develop layouts of warehouse logistics flows and warehouse space.
• Develop processes and procedures to optimize warehouse logistics operations.
• Conduct Facility and Process Design reviews to secure approvals.
• Specify, procure and oversee installation of equipment for layout and design.
• Investigate new technologies and equipment to improve efficiencies.
• Conduct special projects to improve methods, layout and workflow.
• Provide training and training documentation to workforce.

Skills

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Planning skills

Change management

AutoCAD

Excel

PowerPoint

Visio

Word

SAP WM

Blue Yonder WMS

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Logistics/Production Engineering

Tools

SAP WM

Blue Yonder WMS

Labor Management Systems

AutoCAD

Job description

Optimize parts storage to facilitate efficient put-away, shipping, and space utilization. Plan, coordinate and assist with execution of redesign and redevelopment of optimal warehouse storage practices and business process improvements. Handles simple to medium complex projects.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

For a variety of projects within the service parts logistics environment:

• Review/Develop warehouse storage concepts and support re-arrangement activities
• Develop layouts of warehouse logistics flows and warehouse space
• Develop processes and procedures to enhance and optimize warehouse logistics operations
• Conduct Facility and Process Design reviews to secure approvals
• Specify, procure and oversee installation of equipment associated with warehouse layout and process design
• Investigate new technologies & equipment to improve efficiencies of processes
• Conduct special projects to achieve improved methods, layout and workflow
• Provide training and training documentation to workforce to whom the solution will be deployed

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's Degree in Logistics/Production Engineering and/or suitable experience of logistics processes
• 2-4years of experience
• Strong communication and analytical skills
• Good interpersonal, organizational and planning skills
• Ability to work in a team environment with little supervision
• Ability to drive improvement through change management
• Knowledge of Warehouse Management Systems (SAPWM, Blue Yonder WMS, Labor Management Systems, etc.)would be an advantage
• Operational management experience would be an advantage
• Excellent PC skills in MS Excel, Word, PowerPoint, VISIO and also AutoCAD

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Work is primarily sedentary. Sits comfortably to do the work; however, there may be some walking, standing, bending, or lifting item weighing up to 15 pounds.
• Requires work in an environment with frequently changing temperatures.