Logistics Engineer II

Neovia Logistics; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Neovia Logistics in Grand Rapids, MI is seeking a logistics project engineer to optimize warehouse storage, redesign processes, and lead method improvements. The role requires coordinating storage concepts, layouts, and equipment installations to streamline put-away and shipping workflows.

The ideal candidate has a bachelor's degree in logistics/production engineering with 2–4 years of experience, plus strong communication, planning, and change-management skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in logistics/production engineering or equivalent logistics experience.
• 2-4 years of relevant experience in logistics processes.
• Strong communication and analytical skills required.
• Good interpersonal, organizational and planning skills.
• Team oriented with minimal supervision.
• Ability to drive improvements through change management.
• Knowledge of SAP WM, Blue Yonder WMS and Labor Management Systems is a plus.
• Operational management experience is advantageous.
• Proficiency with MS Excel, Word, PowerPoint and Visio; AutoCAD knowledge is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Review/develop warehouse storage concepts and support re-arrangement activities.
• Develop layouts of warehouse logistics flows and space utilization.
• Create processes to optimize warehouse operations and workflows.
• Conduct facility and process design reviews for approvals.
• Specify, procure and oversee installation of equipment for layout and design.
• Investigate new technologies to improve efficiency.
• Lead special projects to improve methods and layouts.
• Provide training and documentation to staff on deployed solutions.

Skills

Strong communication

Analytical skills

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Planning skills

Teamwork

Change management

Ability to work with little supervisor

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Logistics/Production Engineering

Tools

SAP WM

Blue Yonder WMS

Labor Management Systems

AutoCAD

Job description

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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.

ADDITIONAL INFO

Willingness to travel (up to 50%)

Facility: US-MI-Grand Rapids (Northridge) (476)