Logistics Specialist

smartcare; United States; On-site; USD 25,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Smart Care Solutions is seeking a Logistics Specialist to manage replenishment and inventory across warehouse and vehicle stock. You will ensure accurate transactions between warehouse, vehicles, and suppliers, while upholding custody and validation policies. Travel within North America is possible.

The role requires a BS or 3+ years in the field, strong analytical and project-management skills, and a focus on accuracy and cost improvements within supply chain functions.

Qualifications

• Education or 3+ years of relevant experience.
• Analytical methods and data-driven business actions.
• Certification or progress in supply chain discipline.

Responsibilities

• Maintain clean, organized warehouse of stock and surplus material.
• Excess vehicle returns process administration.
• Coordinate timely return of components to suppliers for credit.
• Audit warehouse and vehicle inventories for proper storage.
• Participate in inventory and cost-improvement projects.
• Independently carry out replenishment activities with stakeholder impact.

Skills

Analytical Reasoning

Project Management

Supply Chain Knowledge

Issue Analysis

Schedule Management

Customer Focus

Planning & Prioritization

Conflict Management

Effective Communication

Education

B.S in applicable field

Three years of relevant experience

ISM Supply Chain Certification

Job description

Logistics Specialist Compensation $18-$20/hr Supply Chain Hourly

Job Summary

Working within a service organization reporting to the Warehouse Manager within the same site or remotely, the Logistics Specialist is responsible for the execution of transactional policies related to the replenishment of warehouse and/or Service Vehicle inventory. Vehicle stock inventory will be based upon usage analysis within the operating market determined by the Material Planning Team. Consumed inventory will be replenished based upon identified / pre-determined economic min-max stocking levels. The Specialist will be accountable for the timely transaction of replenishment orders to / from the warehouse to the vehicle in addition to external established suppliers. Additionally, this position requires a strict alignment of inventory chain of custody, procedural transactions, and the performance of inventory validation policies within the business.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain a clean, orderly, and organized warehouse of stock inventory as well as surplus project material. Surplus project material must be coordinated with the Supply Chain Manager.
• Excess vehicle returns process administration.
• Working with Technicians to ensure a timely and accurate return of required components to suppliers for credit.
• Conduct reviews and audits of warehouse and vehicle inventories to ensure that inventory is appropriately identified and stored.
• Participates in projects related to inventory and purchase cost improvements.
• Independently carries out replenishment activities with full consideration for the impact of those activities on customer and business stakeholder expectations.
• Promotes engagement and participation in overall materials management accountability. Acts as inventory is their personal wallet.
• This position does require normal warehouse operations ergonomic capabilities including the ability to frequently kneel, bend, squat, push, pull, reach, climb a ladder with the appropriate safety wear, drive a fork truck, and occasionally lift and carry up to 70 pounds.

Qualifications and Competencies

Education, Licenses Skills B.S in applicable field, or a minimum of three (3) years of relevant experience

• Analytical Reasoning - Has an understanding of analytical methodologies and the ability to utilize various statistical methodologies. Provides recommendations for business actions based on the conclusions drawn from analysis in a way that is meaningful to the business partner.
• Project Management - Capable of effectively managing projects with little to no guidance.
• Supply Chain Knowledge - Has some understanding of the role of each function in the Supply Chain and how their Key Performance Indicators support the needs of end customers.
• Analyze Issues - Demonstrated results indicating knowledge of analyzing issues. Critically identifies an issue's scope and parameters while analyzing it from multiple perspectives. Determines the root causes as well as broad implications of issues. Integrates information and defines an array of alternatives. Applies a wide variety of analytical tools and processes (e.g. Six Sigma) on a regular basis to complete key projects and solve complex problems.
• Schedule Management - Manages the project schedule using the recommended project management tools and processes to drive completion within the agreed timeline.
• Customer focus - Building strong customer relationships and delivering customer-centric solutions.
• Plans and aligns - Planning and prioritizing work to meet commitments aligned with organizational goals.
• Manages conflict - Handling conflict situations effectively, with a minimum of noise.
• Communicates effectively - Developing and delivering multi-mode communications that convey a clear understanding of the unique needs of different audiences.

Experience

Greater than three (3) years of relevant work experience (required) including team leadership experience (preferred).

Certification

Supply Chain Certifications - the successful applicant should possess, be working towards, and/or possess the skills and capabilities equivalent to obtaining nationally recognized certification from the Institute for Supply Management (www.ismworld.com).

Change Management - the successful applicant must be willing to invest time and commitment towards being a champion of change management across the Supply Chain and supporting organizations within Smart Care.

Travel Requirement

• Travel will be almost exclusively North America based.
• Anticipated travel is dependent upon service organization.
• Maximum 5% with potential to surge to no more than 25%, on exception.
• Travel needs will always be dependent upon need and aligned to both business and family needs.

Office Location Offering(s)

Requested work location is on-site at a Smart Care Solutions location. Collaborative work at a Regional Warehouse location site is sometimes required. Remote work for this work will not be considered.

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