What are the responsibilities and job description for the Logistics Operations Engineer/Transportation Specialist position at GRAMMER Americas?
GRAMMER is specialized in developing and manufacturing components and systems for car interiors as well as driver and passenger seats for off-road vehicles, trucks, buses, and trains.
As a global partner to the vehicle manufacturing industry, we are represented around the world by our two divisions, Automotive and Commercial Vehicles. Our employees are constantly engaged in developing and producing innovative, flexible solutions to meet challenges in today’s competitive global market. GRAMMER can be found on four continents with more than 50 production, distribution and logistics sites in 20 countries.
GRAMMER is a leading North American full service automotive supplier of highly engineered thermoplastic components and assemblies for interiors and air and fluid management systems.
Culture:
Here at GRAMMER, we foster a culture that embraces our Grammer CODE: Collaborate in an inclusive environment, Openness in communication and ideas, Drive for results with energy and Empower yourself and others by taking ownership of decisions and actions.
What we are looking for:
Grammer is looking for a Logistics Operations Engineer to join our team in Shannon, MS. The ideal candidate will enjoy working in a team environment. This individual will have an opportunity to make lasting and positive changes in our team!
Primary Responsibilities and Essential Functions:
The Logistics Operations Engineer will be responsible for coordinating inbound and outbound (international and domestic) freight; perform tracking and follow up of shipments and claims under various modes of shipment (ocean, air, postal, truck, and parcel) and perform related activities as required.
A logistics operations engineer manages and coordinates the movements of goods through various transportation methods, ensuring efficient and cost-effective delivery.
What you will be doing:
- Develops short and long-term strategy to support customer requirements
- Planning and coordination: organizing the shipment of goods from origin to destination, considering factors like transit times, cost, and legal requirements.
- Documentation: Handling shipping documents, customs paperwork and ensuring all necessary documentation is accurate and complete.
- Transportation management system - support system implementation and roll out.
- Actively search and implementation of new carrier/lanes in cooperation to reduce cost and improve quality and delivery.
- Problem-solving: Addressing and resolving any issues related to shipping delays, damaged goods, or other logistical problems.
- Claim management.
- Tracking and monitoring: monitoring shipments in transit, updating on status, and resolving any issues that arise.
What you will bring along:
- Bachelor Degree - ideally in international business, industrial engineering, supply chain management, or another related field
- A minimum of 1 year in a similar role
- Strong understanding of the carrier business, both domestic and international (especially Ohio and Mississippi)
- Automotive industry experience required
- Ability to support multiple plants when necessary.
- Ability to travel domestically and internationally as needed - approximately every couple months, based on business needs.
- Experience with SAP preferred
What we can provide you:
- Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage
- Tuition reimbursement programs
- 401(k) match
- Robust EAP services
- Developmental opportunities
- Much more!