Logistics Specialist I

Title: Logistics Specialist I

Reports to:  

Location:  Holland, MI

LG Energy Solution Michigan Inc. (LGESMI) develops and manufactures large lithium ion polymer batteries and modules for electric vehicle (EV) and energy storage applications.  Come join the leader in advanced EV batteries!   www.lgenergymi.com

Summary:

As a Logistics Specialist, you will provide analytical and operating support for all LG shipping responsibilities. You will facilitate all shipping requirements and provide a smooth flow of products into the facility, and from the facility to its end point. This will include initiating the quote process with carriers, analyzing freight carrier capabilities, and providing carrier recommendations based on ability to meet customer requirement.

Responsibilities:

• Determine most efficient means of shipping, considering urgency of delivery, carrier’s ability to meet or exceed time requirements, cost, etc.
• Maintain records for all outbound shipments. Analyze shipping data and provide details as requested
• Track and troubleshoot shipment deliveries and problems, and provide delivery confirmations when complete.
• Assist in identifying areas for improvements in all shipping/receiving functions
• Assist in the development of Shipping/Receiving processes and procedures
• Responsible for OTD & metric achievement, expediting, tracking & reporting.
• Verify availability of product(s) and manufacturing lead time(s), are accurate and will meet customer requirements.
• Provide a high degree of planning analysis to support decision making
• Publish and present service and inventory metrics and results
• Work closely with the business unit to understand customer requirements and forecasts. 
• Work closely with manufacturing to ensure alignment to business requirements by setting and maintaining target inventory levels
• Actively manage working and non-working inventories in assigned businesses to maintain compliance
• Flexible with work hours including weekly planning meeting with global headquarters
  • Maintain cleanliness at work-site in accordance with 5S3R Standards:
  • Sort, Set in order, Shine, Standardize, Sustain
  • Right Location, Right Quantity, Right Container
  • Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Supply Chain Management, Engineering, or related field or equivalent, relevant experience

Experience:

• 1 to 3+ years of experience in Supply Chain within a manufacturing plant or related experience
• Strong knowledge of procedures as they relate to material flow 

Skills:

• MS Office Suite
• Communication Skills
• Demonstrated ability to multi-task and organizational skills
• Strong desire to advance in the Supply Chain field