logistics engineer 1 - Waller, United States - Daikin Group

Description

Extract data and generate reports that assist in performance tracking and decision-making
Calculate labor, equipment, facility and expense requirements based on transportation and warehousing design assumptions.

Develop process flows, concept of operations and value propositions consistent with the win strategy and work with IT to develop concept of systems.

Coordinate with Pricing and other functions to develop cost and pricing models as well as relevant assumptions
Develop optimizations scenarios and strategies that are aligned with objectives
Analyze logistics operations and build decision support systems
Conduct research as needed to respond to customer requests
Provide suggestions and implement plans to improve business processes
Identify value-creation opportunities for the company
Develop and implement solutions (both simple solutions using existing technology and infrastructure as well as complex solutions using the latest technologies such as RFID, self-configuring wireless meshes, sophisticated optimization algorithms, etc.
Participate in additional projects/activities to support ongoing business needs

Nature & Scope:
Receives objectives from the supervisor, consisting of work assignments, goals desired, and recommends sources of information that may assist in task completion

Knowledge & Skills:
Experience or specialization within supply chain / operations research
Ability to use design applications, tools, techniques, and methodologies to analyze and design complex transportation and warehousing networks
Familiarity in simulation tools, transportation & warehouse management systems, ERPs, Automation, MHE, Visibility Tools, and industry leading technologies(preferred)
Strong working knowledge of MS Office – Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint – Access a plus and various database applications
Data organization and purification skills
High level of attention to detail, accuracy and compliance oriented
Strong analytical, quantitative and creative problem solving skills
Strong written and verbal communication skills and presentation skills, including the ability to translate complex designs, concepts, and regulations into terms readily understood
Effective organizational and time management skills
Priority setting – capable of managing multiple inputs and directions to deliver the desired results
Solid collaboration abilities;professional and diplomatic team builder
Results orientated, dedication to excellence and sense of urgency to achieve business objectives
Ability to apply good judgement and decision making skills and strong work ethics and integrity on the job
Ability to work independently on multiple tasks and projects, with various teams including engineers and supply chain personnel

Experience:
0 – 2 years preferably within a large volume durable consumer goods industry

Education:
Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business, Supply Chain Management or Industrial Engineering

Physical Requirements/Work Environment:
Must be able to perform essential responsibilities with or without reasonable accommodations
Qualified Applicants must be legally authorized for employment in the United States.

Qualified applicants will not require employer sponsored work authorization now or in the future for employment in the United States.

The Company provides equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants regardless of a person's race, color, religion (including religious dress or grooming practices), creed, national origin (including language use restrictions), citizenship, uniform service member or veteran status, ancestry, disability, physical or mental disability (including HIV/AIDS), medical condition (including cancer and genetic characteristics), genetic information, request for protected leave, marital status, sex, pregnancy, age (over 40), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, political affiliation, or any other characteristic protected by law.

The Company will comply with all federal and state regulations and statutes pertaining to individuals with disabilities.

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