Strategic Project Lead – Logistics & Tech

Penske Logistics; Dearborn (MI); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Penske Logistics in Dearborn, MI seeks a liaison between Operations, Engineering and Technology to provide feedback and support on solutions and systems implementations. The role focuses on network routing alignment with customer metrics and contributes to cost savings ideas and continuous improvement initiatives.

The position offers exposure to senior leaders internally and externally. Typical schedule is Monday through Friday with standard business hours.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required, advanced degrees or certifications preferred
• Strong analytical and influencing skills, written/oral communication and organizational skills are required as this position will have frequent executive communication and presentation
• Advanced computer skills including Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint required
• Regular, predictable, full attendance is an essential function of the job
• Willingness to travel as necessary, work the required schedule, work at the specific location required, complete Penske employment application, submit to a background investigation (to include past employment, education, and criminal history) and drug screening

Responsibilities

• Analyze data and generate standard routing/load plans, and provide reports/metrics on a regular basis to ensure solution effectiveness
• Support design/implementation of a supply chain solution as it relates to Penske business agreements
• Participate in process improvement teams and cost saving initiatives
• Apply tactical processes daily within established business rules
• Meet customer deadlines and provide required metrics
• Interact with the customer by phone, email or in person as needed
• Resolve situations quickly, communicate status of problems, and work with SME until fixed
• Other projects and tasks as assigned by supervisor

Skills

Analytical thinking

Influencing skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor's degree

Advanced degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

Outlook

PowerPoint

Job description

Penske Logistics in Dearborn, MI seeks a liaison between Operations, Engineering and Technology to provide feedback and support on solutions and systems implementations. The role focuses on network routing alignment with customer metrics and contributes to cost savings ideas and continuous improvement initiatives.

The position offers exposure to senior leaders internally and externally. Typical schedule is Monday through Friday with standard business hours.