Plant Logistics Leader: Operations & Inventory Excellence

Schaeffler; South Carolina; On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare coverage

401(k) matching contributions

Schaeffler Academy for development and

Wellness programs

Job summary

Schaeffler Group USA Inc. is seeking a Group Leader - Plant Logistics for our Fort Mill, SC site.

The role leads the administrative logistics team, aligning intra-logistics with the plant organization and driving process improvements to ensure efficient operations. Responsibilities include coordinating warehouse activities, inventory control, and implementing investment concepts for logistics infrastructure, while ensuring safe equipment operation and adherence to standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in logistics, supply chain management, business administration, engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in plant logistics, intra-logistics, warehouse operations, or a comparable environment
• Strong technical and operational understanding of logistics processes, inventory management, and process optimization
• Very good communication skills for effective cooperation with local and international colleagues as well as external customers
• Leadership and interpersonal skills including conflict management, coaching ability, and the capacity to manage multiple priorities effectively
• Experience operating warehouse equipment safely and efficiently; Forklift certification preferred
• External applicants must be authorized to work in the US without employment visa or other sponsorship

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate the administrative team at the assigned warehouse site to ensure efficient and effective integration with the local plant organization.
• Develop, implement, and continuously improve processes and standards for intra-logistics operations in alignment with industry best practices.
• Oversee inventory and location record management to support accurate production control and cost accounting.
• Develop investment concepts for logistics infrastructure and equipment, including warehouse systems, material handling equipment, and replacement strategies.
• Support the implementation of investment projects in collaboration with relevant specialists and engineers, such as those from Industrial Engineering.
• Plan staffing levels appropriately and organize daily intra-logistics operations within the assigned area.
• Resolve day-to-day operational issues to maintain smooth logistics flow and operational continuity.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Coaching

Conflict management

Multitasking

Team coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree in logistics, supply chain management, business administration, engineering, or a related field

Tools

Forklift certification

Job description

Schaeffler Group USA Inc. is seeking a Group Leader - Plant Logistics for our Fort Mill, SC site.

The role leads the administrative logistics team, aligning intra-logistics with the plant organization and driving process improvements to ensure efficient operations. Responsibilities include coordinating warehouse activities, inventory control, and implementing investment concepts for logistics infrastructure, while ensuring safe equipment operation and adherence to standards.