Material Flow & Logistics Optimization Specialist

Selectrucks; Charleston (SC); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k matching

Job summary

Mercedes Benz Vans LLC in Charleston is seeking a Material Flow Planner to develop and execute logistics plans, optimize material flow, and support lean manufacturing ramp-ups. You will define storage structures, supply concepts, and equipment needs for cost-efficient execution.

The role emphasizes data-driven planning, cross-functional collaboration, and hands-onSite work to improve delivery, safety, and quality across the production process.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Logistics, Manufacturing, Engineering, or related field, or equivalent experience.
• Basic experience in automotive or large-scale manufacturing.
• Knowledge of material flow optimization and warehouse layout design.
• Basic Lean Logistics, CI, standard work and standardization.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Power BI, Copilot.
• Strong problem-solving and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate with cross functional teams to align requirements and implement solutions to support series production through point of consumption changes.
• Reduce process waste and costs while maintaining safety, quality, delivery performance, and operational stability.
• Optimize warehouse layouts, storage structures, line-side supply, kitting, sequencing, direct delivery, and material flow concepts.
• Conduct time studies for material handling processes to determine headcount requirements for delivery routes and parts receiving.
• Evaluate continuous improvement opportunities, resolve non-routine issues, and implement sustainable solutions.
• Develop feasibility studies, business cases, and benefit analyses for logistics equipment and automation solutions.
• Support supplier screening, technical evaluations, RFQ development, equipment selection, SOP documentation, and ramp-up.
• Prepare management presentations and assist in facilitating workshops.
• Other duties as assigned

Skills

Problem solving

Communication skills

Lean Logistics

CI & standardization

Microsoft Excel

Power BI

Copilot

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Logistics, Manufacturing, Engineering, or related field

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Power BI

Copilot

Job description

Mercedes Benz Vans LLC in Charleston is seeking a Material Flow Planner to develop and execute logistics plans, optimize material flow, and support lean manufacturing ramp-ups. You will define storage structures, supply concepts, and equipment needs for cost-efficient execution.

The role emphasizes data-driven planning, cross-functional collaboration, and hands-onSite work to improve delivery, safety, and quality across the production process.