On-Site Logistics Operations Lead

CMA CGM; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 53,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) plan

Employee discounts

Job summary

CEVA Logistics in Grand Rapids, MI is seeking a Logistics Operations Professional to manage day-to-day on-site operations, coordinating ocean and air freight, schedules, and plant DOH targets.

The role requires a 4+ year background in logistics, strong SAP MM/WM and Power BI skills, and excellent communication with production teams. CEVA offers competitive benefits and a collaborative, global work environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED; Bachelor’s Degree in Logistics or Supply Chain Management, Transportation, Finance or related discipline preferred or equivalent combination of work experience and education. Minimum 4 years related experience.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office, internet, web-based and job specific software applications. Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide using units of US and/or international currency, weight, volume and distance measurements. Intermediate on power BI or any business intelligence tool.
• Fully proficient in SAP (MM/WM modules) to execute planning, scheduling, inventory tracking, and record integrity improvement actions.

Responsibilities

• CEVA on-site resource at client office location
• On-site resource is expected to adhere to a standard 5-day work schedule, aligned with customer’s plant operational hours
• Regular interaction with client, with CEVA’s contract manager regarding client feedback and CEVA’s operational manager
• Schedule all live unloaded ocean and air freight deliveries into the final plant via the dock schedule to protect DOH targets
• Track and ensure all critical air freight deliveries are expedited and delivered to the line in a timely manner
• Communicate all critical material shortages, risks, and supply concerns immediately to the plant personnel
• Review and validate daily shortage; initiate proactive actions to protect inventory levels
• Contact suppliers to resolve issues with inaccurate information
• Resolve shipping discrepancies reported by the production floor
• Act as primary contact for calls regarding cycle losses, rejected components, or non-conforming materials
• Monitor outbound loads to minimize carrier dwell time and demurrage/detention charges
• Notify carriers promptly when trailers/containers are released
• Maintain key performance statistics and drive improvements
• Ensure policies and procedures are administered
• Develop and provide excellent service to internal and external customers

Job description

CEVA Logistics in Grand Rapids, MI is seeking a Logistics Operations Professional to manage day-to-day on-site operations, coordinating ocean and air freight, schedules, and plant DOH targets.

The role requires a 4+ year background in logistics, strong SAP MM/WM and Power BI skills, and excellent communication with production teams. CEVA offers competitive benefits and a collaborative, global work environment.