Logistics Optimization Engineer

Sappi; Portland (ME); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Sappi in Portland, ME is seeking a Logistics Engineer to analyze and optimize day-to-day logistics operations, developing business cases for routes, modes, rates, and distribution requirements.

This role builds relationships with customers and logistics providers, troubleshoots issues, and ensures compliance. It requires strong analytical skills and collaboration across sales, procurement, legal, and finance to deliver cost-effective solutions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in SCM, Engineering, Logistics, or related field; advanced degree or certification preferred.
• 2–7 years of experience with proven leadership.
• Knowledge of route optimization, simulation, work measurement, spreadsheets, and database analysis.

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with import and export customs regulations.
• Assess current logistics processes with project management and problem-solving skills.
• Identify improvements, evaluate costs, and coordinate institutionalized change.
• Investigate and implement new technologies and information systems.
• Analyze logistics networks to optimize delivery times and costs.
• Review vendor proposals and assist in buying logistics services.
• Develop and maintain SOPs and performance standards.

Skills

Route optimization

Simulation

Work measurement

Spreadsheet

Database analysis

Engineering background

Analytics

Optimization techniques

ERP systems

Microsoft 365

SAP experience

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor’s degree in SCM/Engineering/Logistics/Business

Advanced degree or certification preferred

Tools

SAP

Microsoft 365

ERP systems

Job description

Sappi in Portland, ME is seeking a Logistics Engineer to analyze and optimize day-to-day logistics operations, developing business cases for routes, modes, rates, and distribution requirements.

This role builds relationships with customers and logistics providers, troubleshoots issues, and ensures compliance. It requires strong analytical skills and collaboration across sales, procurement, legal, and finance to deliver cost-effective solutions.