Supply Chain Logistics Specialist
About the Role
Location United States of America Mississippi Richland Company Siemens Energy, Inc. Organization Grid Technologies Business Unit Service Full / Part time Full-time Experience Level Experienced Professional
As a Logistics Specialist you will play a pivotal role in driving strategic initiatives related to general cargo logistics.
Your responsibilities will encompass building operational processes that support procurement, material management, and order management functions.
You will be at the forefront of carrier interactions, estimation, planning, execution, reporting, analysis, and the implementation of digitalization initiatives.
A Snapshot of Your Day
Position will be responsible for driving strategic topics as it relates to general cargo and building operational processes supporting the procurement, material management and order management functions in the Grid Technologies business in Richland, MS location.
The logistics specialist will support carrier interactions, estimation, planning, execution, reporting, analysis and implementation of digitalization initiatives.
How You’ll Make an Impact
- Build a culture of logistics awareness with a focus on cost / lead time optimization, tool implementation and adaptation and impacts of decisions.
- Strategically support Grid Technology US business with logistics knowledge and concepts
- Analyze procurement data and find opportunities to improve lead time, on time delivery, transparency into shipments and support production plans
- Support the implementation and utilization of the SE LOG corporate tools and roll out of the digitalization roadmap within the GT - Richland functions.
- Work with internal customers to explore new logistics opportunities including modes, carriers, and equipment type
- Support development and improvement of logistics and transportation processes and tools
- Provide market research and cost forecasting to internal customers; observe domestic and international transportation market trends and assist in incorporating new service providers and / or technologies into the logistics portfolio
- Identify the area of improvement to ensure continuous process improvement.
What You Bring
- 3-7 years of progressive logistics and transportation experience in supporting a global organization, or project forwarder / carrier
- Bachelor’s degree or proven experience in the field
- Proven success and depth of experience in analyzing order forecasts, establishing logistics concepts and trade lanes , and execution of all modes of transportation
- Demonstrated experience with domestic and international logistics regulations, security, and safety standards
- Demonstrated ability to prioritize tasks and manage time efficiently
- Demonstrated ability to work within teams
- In-depth knowledge and familiarity with transportation and logistics-related documents to include preferential trade agreement documentation, letters of credit, manifests, rate cards, ocean bills of lading and AWBs.
- Demonstrated ability to communicate clearly and concisely information or data to non-technical associates, peers, and management
- Demonstrated knowledge in INCOTERMS and how they apply / impact logistics
- Experience in SAP, Mercury Gate / Transport Management System, Tableau and similar digital platforms
- Experience transacting and communicating with general cargo logistics service providers
- Determined and resourceful to achieve goals independently as well as work well in groups
- Attention to detail and flexibility to adjust and thrive in an environment with changing requirements, schedules and priorities for multiple projects or assignments
- Innovation, creativity, willingness to share and explore new insights
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