Logistics Engineer - Union, SC

Gestamp; Union (SC); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Gestamp in Union, SC is seeking an MP&L program-launch coordinator to support new programs and track milestones using GPCS, Teamcenter, and Ariba. You will work with Program Managers on special projects and help maintain master data for successful launches.

Responsibilities include PFEP development, BOM upkeep, and optimizing material flow while ensuring on-time delivery and budget reporting. Strong Excel and office software skills required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 3-5 years of Automotive-related experience in Program Launch, MP&L lead.
• Experience with PFEP and product launch timelines.
• Experience on Team Center PLM, PJM, CAD, and TCM Modules preferred.
• Computer skills with Word, PowerPoint, and complex Excel spreadsheets.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate/monitor new product launches using GPCS/Ariba.
• Track PCP milestones and internal KPIs with Teamcenter.
• Support project-specific master data for programs.
• Schedule and host MP&L reviews with PM teams.
• RFQ development/purchasing & PM interface.
• Create PRs/GRs/VIM invoices in Ariba.
• Report program status and budget timing.
• Coordinate material flow and warehouse optimization for launches.
• Oversee BOM upkeep and SAP supplier setup.

Skills

Project management

PFEP knowledge

Teamcenter familiarity

Excel proficiency

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Teamcenter PLM

PJM

CAD

Ariba

SAP

Job description

Job Summary

Accountable for all MP&L-related responsibilities supporting new program/projects. Coordinates, tracks, and reports project status utilizing existing Gestamp Program Management tools (GPCS/Teamcenter/Ariba/other). Supports Program Manager(s) on special projects as needed.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Accountable for GPCS/Ariba to coordinate/monitor new product launches.
• Utilize Teamcenter for project tracking of PCP task completion, customer milestones, and internal KPI compliance.
• Support internal team for project-specific master data.
• Schedule & host meetings with Program Management teams to review the status of MP&L topics/open issues.
• RFQ development/Purchasing & Program Manager interface.
• Create PRs/GRs/VIM invoices in Ariba.
• Reporting: Purchasing finance program status.
• Ordering, reporting & logistics coordination of launch trial material to tool shops and to GSC.
• Material cards (Logistics portion)
• Create and maintain packaging instructions for all programs.
• PFEP (Plan for Every Part) / Pack BOM for all programs.
• Container/rack management.
• Oversee WIP container design, approvals & purchase.
• WIP Rack reuse planning.
• Blank Pallet management & purchase.
• Create & report on delivery timing and budget status.
• Launch Warehouse set-up & management (EC / FIFO).
• General Material flow and lineside presentation for series production.
• Coordinating all freight requirements for material/equipment as needed.
• Tracking all freight topics to ensure on-time delivery.
• Coordinate with purchasing for all trial material purchases & tracking.
• Optimize material flow, organize, and minimize warehouse footprint.
• SAP Supplier set-up and BOM support including BOM upkeep & material masters.
• Plant layout planning support.
• Support Program Managers with needed data & detail for customer project status reporting.

Education and Experience

• Bachelor's degree (or bachelor's equivalency), or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 3-5 years of Automotive-related experience in Program Launch, MP&L lead.
• Experience with creating and managing PFEP and product launch timelines.
• Experience on Team Center PLM, PJM, CAD, and TCM Modules preferred.
• Computer Skills with familiarity with Project, Word, PowerPoint, and Complex Excel Spreadsheets.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and seek to hire the best candidate regardless of age, beliefs, disability, ethnicity, gender or sexual orientation.