Night-Shift Distribution Engineer: On-Time Delivery Leader

Pilot Thomas Logistics; Knoxville (TN); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Pilot Thomas Logistics seeks a Distribution Engineer to optimize supply chain systems and ensure On-Time Delivery by balancing transportation, inventory, warehousing, and service levels. You will design distribution plans, engineer network inputs, and leverage ERP tools to improve margins and asset utilization.

The role requires 1–3 years in logistics (oil & gas preferred) and the ability to work nights/weekends as business needs dictate.

Qualifications

• HS diploma or GED required; Bachelor's degree preferred in Supply Chain, Business Administration, or Industrial Engineering.
• 1–3 years of progressively responsible experience in logistics, oil & gas preferred but open to extensive logistics experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead fuel procurement and arbitrage initiatives to enhance margin and routing efficiency.
• Adhere to SOPs for logistics of assets/drivers and inbound customer orders.
• Create distribution plans including Fleet Deployment, Resource Allocation, and Lift Point Optimization.
• Engineer distribution inputs/outputs to achieve On-Time Delivery targets for each terminal/customer.
• Leverage asset planning tools to improve distribution network performance and asset utilization.
• Reconcile and manage open customer orders within the distribution network to ensure timely delivery.
• Maintain compliance with PTL policies and procedures.
• Travel as required; work nights and weekends as needed.

Skills

Logistics optimization

ERP systems

Customer service

Communication

TWIC credential

Education

HS diploma or GED

Bachelor's in Supply Chain

Tools

Microsoft Office

ERP platforms

Job description

Pilot Thomas Logistics seeks a Distribution Engineer to optimize supply chain systems and ensure On-Time Delivery by balancing transportation, inventory, warehousing, and service levels. You will design distribution plans, engineer network inputs, and leverage ERP tools to improve margins and asset utilization.

The role requires 1–3 years in logistics (oil & gas preferred) and the ability to work nights/weekends as business needs dictate.