Logistics Specialist (MLC Operations)

Logistics Specialist in the Supply Chain Department

JOB OVERVIEW
Under general supervision, this position manages the contracted Logistics Service Providers (LSPs) of the MLC. Provides the exchange of all relevant information between all LSPs at the MLC, acting as a part of the Management Team to ensure proper implementation of directives and communication in regard to the LSP. Conducts structured reviews of the LSP’s achievement of the LSP’s Key Performance Indicators (KPIs).

POSITION DETAILS

• Shift Schedule: Night Shift
• Core Working Hours: 8pm – 5am CST
• Weekly Overtime: None
• Weekend Work: Saturday nights if production is running a Sunday shift
• Travel: None

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILTIES

• Assume responsibility for operational support of the LSP during daily production.
• Communicate general and/or technical information, both verbally and in writing, to and from the LSPs.
• Ensure that the LSP works to achieve the goals of Supply Chain Operations, Material Planning, and MLC Planning in order to continually improve, advance, and grow.
• Lead problem solving activities for exception handling and towards achievement of maximum inventory accuracy.
• Develop methods, train personnel, monitor and verify that exceptions reporting is accurate, timely, and includes the proper distribution and escalation.
• Prepare planning options for exceptions handling, evaluation of cost-efficiency and proof analysis of both and information for required reports.
• Track Key Performance Indicators of the LSPs in order to provide effective production support including but not limited to: scheduling and prioritization of unloads for Receipt and Put Away, performing audits for maximizing inventory accuracy, problem solving and resolution of exceptions, minimizing missing parts and/or downtime, accurate and timely deliveries to the plants, sequencing accuracy, etc.
• Ensure that the LSPs develop and track their own KPIs which are necessary to support Operations with ongoing Continuous Improvement.
• Provide escalation of potential shortages, personnel concerns, safety topics, or any other topics or concerns that may have the potential to impact Operations to Management as necessary.
• Work as a part of project groups or task forces and contribute to the development/exchange of Lessons Learned and Best Practices. Perform year end physical inventories or inventory migrations, container counts, missing parts reviews, yard audits, process audits, layout planning, practical problem solving, brainstorming, etc.
• Work in any of three shifts when necessary.
• Perform safe work practices and participate in trainings and safety programs in a positive and proactive way by following safety rules, procedures, regulations, standards and laws.
• Report all unsafe acts, unsafe conditions, and injuries to supervisor or Human Resources.
• Work safely 100% of the time. Perform other related duties as required

QUALIFICATIONS (All qualifications must be met in order to qualify for the job)
Minimum level of education (Note: Engineering and/or IT MUST require technical degrees)
This position requires a Bachelor's degree in (Choose all the apply):

• Supply Chain/Operations
• Management Business Administration
• Or related area or the equivalent combination of education and experience.

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
A minimum of three (3) years' of relevant professional experience in the following area(s):
Logistics, Warehousing, or Supply Chain Management environment within an automotive or automotive related manufacturing setting

REQUIRED SKILLS (These skills are essential to perform the job)

• Working knowledge of SAP
• Working knowledge of MS Office (Word, Excel, and Power Point)
• Ability to work any of three shifts

PREFERRED SKILLS (These skills are not essential but useful)

• A minimum of 3 years of relevant professional experience in a Logistics, Warehousing, or Supply Chain
• Management environment within an automotive or automotive related manufacturing setting

DIRECT CONTACT INFORMATION
For additional information, contact LP Services (205) 737-7057