Logistics Planner

Cirba Solutions; Wixom (MI); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Cirba Solutions is seeking a Logistics Planner to oversee and optimize global transportation, ensuring on-time delivery, safety compliance, and cost efficiency. The role collaborates with sales and operations to meet customer objectives and maintain performance metrics.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's in business or supply chain and 5–7 years of logistics experience, with strong communication, planning, and problem-solving skills. This is an on-site role in Wixom, MI.

Qualifications

• Candidate has proven logistics and distribution experience in a manufacturing or distribution setting.
• Strong ability to manage multiple priorities and projects with attention to safety (EH&S).
• Excellent communication with internal teams and external vendors.

Responsibilities

• Plan and execute transportation needs across Cirba Solutions’ global logistics network.
• Ensure EH&S compliance and safe operations.
• Coordinate with internal and external stakeholders to meet service levels and cost targets.
• Maintain project plans, schedules, and budgets; monitor KPIs.
• Prepare reports for upper management and optimize routes.

Skills

Logistics management

Project management

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Multitasking

Reading shipping documents

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management or related field

Tools

MS Excel

MS Word

MS PowerPoint

Job description

General Description

Cirba Solutions is the most trusted and complete battery solution partner in the world. For 30 years, we have lead the BATTERY RECYCLING industry through our services, processing, and material upgrading. Contributing to the CIRCULAR ECONOMY model is our core focus

The Logistics Planner is responsible for execution of tactical and strategic activities within Global Logistics (GL). This includes customer service, on-time delivery of service, quality and cost optimization. This person is responsible for processing orders and overseeing the cycle of order fulfillment. This person must manage internal processes, and external vendors effectively to ensure a safe and productive operations. This role must work closely with internal sales and operation teams to achieve customer objectives.

Duties And Responsibilities

• Planning and executing the transportation needs across Cirba Solutions’ global logistics network
• Ensures Health & Safety (EH&S) is the number one goal by following safety policies, processes, and always acting in a safe manner
• Work with EH&S to resolve incidents related to inbound and outbound shipments which may impact service and quality levels
• Maintains and monitors logistics’ project plans, schedules, and budgets
• Continuously evaluate and identify opportunities to drive process improvements that positively impact the organization
• Perform various tasks, like schedule and execute transportation requirements, along with administrative duties like maintaining shipping documents and handling financial inquiries
• Monitor progress of assigned projects and resolve any issues that arise
• Network optimization through efficient route planning
• Ability to read, understand and create shipping documents (i.e. manifests, e-manifests, BOLs)
• Act as central point of contact for internal and external customers regarding transportation inquiries
• Communicate with internal and external customers to identify and define requirements, scope and objectives of each job
• Use problem solving tools and techniques, identifying root cause of problems occurring within logistics network, including carrier and vendor issues
• Maintain KPIs regarding logistics network efficiency
• Prepare accurate reports for upper management
• Manage inventory levels which include off-site storage facilities and/or vendor material
• Other duties, as required, in support of goals within the Global Logistics Team
• All other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Proven logistics experience, with logistics management skills as it pertains to best business practices
• Quick thinker who can adapt to changing transportation scenarios
• Demonstrated understanding of project management concepts
• Ability to work independently and multitask in a fast-paced, production-oriented environment
• Well-developed interpersonal skills and professionalism
• Proficiency with MS Office (with emphasis on MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint)
• Advanced communication skills
• Well-developed analytical and decision-making skills
• Well-developed team building and conflict resolution skills
• Understanding of root cause analysis techniques
• Advanced problem-solving skills
• Ability to collaborate effectively with all levels of staff and management

EDUCATION AND TRAINING

• The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in a Business Administration, Supply Chain Management or a related field
• Candidate should have a recommended 5-7 years experience in logistics.

Cirba Solutions is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.