Logistics Planner, FSL

COHERENT; Sherman (TX); On-site; USD 86,000 - 113,000; Full time

Job summary

COHERENT is seeking an experienced logistics leader to manage multiple 3PL warehouses across the Americas. You will own end-to-end delivery, ensure in-bounds and outbound performance, and drive continuous improvements in warehouse operations.

Responsibilities include daily 3PL site management, KPI reporting, ISO/quality alignment, and partnerships with vendors. A Bachelor's degree and 6+ years in warehouse leadership are required, with PMP/Lean Six Sigma preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field.
• Excellent supervisory, communication, and organizational skills.
• 6+ years leadership in warehouse management.
• Experience in supply chain, logistics, and carrier management.
• 3+ years in program management, logistics, warehousing 3PL, or transportation.
• Oracle R12 knowledge is a plus.
• Experience with data mining and data analysis.
• Program management methods: PMP/Lean Six Sigma/Kaizen.
• Ability to manage changing priorities under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Lead efforts to improve on-time-in-full order fulfillment at 3PL locations.
• Manage multiple 3PL warehouses in the Americas and ensure inbound/outbound targets.
• Own end-to-end Americas same-day/next-day delivery.
• Handle inventory control, daily reconciliation, and cycle counts.
• Resolve day-to-day operational issues at 3PL sites.
• Develop and document 3PL SOPs/SOWs and drive continuous improvement.
• Lead KPI reporting for Americas logistics and distribution.
• Ensure QA/QMS compliance and ISO standards alignment.
• Build strong partnerships with vendors and manage 3PL relationships.

Skills

Leadership

Supervisory

Communication

Organizational skills

Data analysis

PMP/Lean Six Sigma

Problem solving

Data visualization

Change management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain / Logistics

Tools

Oracle R12

Job description

Primary Duties & Responsibilities

• Lead efforts to improve and maintain high levels of On-Time-In-Full order fulfillment at 3rd Party locations

• Day to day management of multiple 3PL sites (warehouses) within the Americas. Ensure 3PLs are always on target for in-bounds, receiving, and out-bound expectations

• End to end ownership of all Americas same day and next day delivery

• Inventory handling control, including daily reconciliation and cycle count activities

• Resolve day to day operational issues at all 3rd party warehouse locations

• Responsible to help build, implement, maintain and document 3PL SOP’s/SOW’s

• Lead efforts to drive continuous improvement in Warehouse Operations

• Ensure local distribution process and systems are compliant with Quality

• Establish and drive deliverables that actualize commitments in the Annual planning and Budgeting processes.

• Develop, implement, and govern KPI reporting for Americas logistics and distribution.

• Responsible to help build and maintain excellent partnerships with our vendors.

• Manage all aspects of the relationship of 3PL partners to deliver quality, safety, service and cost goals

• Proactively manage the 3PL KPIs against industry benchmarks and actively drive logistics performance towards best-in-class levels

• Continually evaluate 3PL partners against best practice standards

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Product Management, Supply Chain, Logistics, Business, or similar disciplines

• Excellent supervisory, communication, and organizational skills

• At least 6+ years of leadership experience in warehouse management

• Experience in supply chain management, logistics, and carrier management

• 3+ years of experience in program management, logistics, reverse logistics, warehousing 3PL management, supply chain, or transportation

• Oracle R12 knowledge a plus

• Experience with data mining and data analysis

• Practical application of program management methodology including PMP/Lean Six Sigma/Kaizen

• Experience handling changing priorities and using good judgment when working in stressful situations

• Demonstrable problem-solving, mathematic, and analytical skills using data to drive decisions in a business environment

• Demonstrated experience and proficiency in effective communication of goals and strategies across multiple leadership levels of an organization

• Demonstrated experience communicating data insights to others, including use of data visualization tools

Safety Requirements

All employees are required to follow the site EHS procedures and Coherent Corp. Corporate EHS standards.

Quality and Environmental Responsibilities

Depending on location, this position may be responsible for the execution and maintenance of the ISO 9000, 9001, 14001 and/or other applicable standards that may apply to the relevant roles and responsibilities within the Quality Management System and Environmental Management System.

Commitment

Ensure adherence to company’s values (ICARE) in all aspects of your position at Coherent Corp.:

I ntegrity – Create an Environment of Trust

C ollaboration – Innovate Through the Sharing of Ideas

A ccountability – Own the Process and the Outcome

R espect – Recognize the Value in Everyone

E nthusiasm – Find a Sense of Purpose in Work

Coherent Corp. is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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ABOUT US

Coherent is a global leader in lasers, engineered materials and networking components. We are a vertically integrated manufacturing company that develops innovative products for diversified applications in the industrial, optical communications, military, life sciences, semiconductor equipment, and consumer markets. Coherent provides a comprehensive career development platform within an environment that challenges employees to perform at their best, while rewarding excellence and hard-work through a competitive compensation program. It's an exciting opportunity to work for a company that offers stability, longevity and growth. Come Join Us!

Degree Level: Bachelor's Degree

Job Schedule: Full time

Pay Scale: $85,785 - $113,400 per year.