Logistics Specialist - Command Center
Core
Manage supplier and customer communications, production scheduling, inventory levels, and logistics operations to ensure production continuity and meet customer requirements.
Role type
Logistics Specialist (Supply Chain & Production Planning)
Builds
Production schedules, inventory plans, logistics shipments, and supplier/customer delivery coordination.
Domain
Manufacturing / Automotive / Industrial Logistics
Required skills
SAP proficiency, master scheduling, inventory management, supplier relationship management, logistics coordination, data analysis, root cause analysis, cost optimization, pre-production planning, travel management
Preferred skills
Purchasing experience, PowerBI, Axalant, Test Software, customer system management (Covisint, DDL, Smart, Supply Power)
Technologies
SAP, Microsoft Excel, PowerBI, PowerPoint, Outlook, Covisint, DDL, Smart, Supply Power, Axalant, Test Software
Responsibilities
Create and maintain master schedules for production lines; communicate daily with planners and suppliers to prevent shortages; manage finished goods and pre-production inventory levels; troubleshoot SAP issues; track supplier and customer delivery performance; negotiate premium freight costs; execute logistics checklists for new programs; interface with internal departments and external suppliers/customers; report logistics progress to management.
Seniority
Individual Contributor, Mid-level