What are the responsibilities and job description for the Logistics Specialist position at LG Energy Solution Michigan, Inc.?
Title: Specialist I, Logistics
Location: Phoenix, Arizona
LG Energy Solution Michigan, Inc is a global leader in advanced lithium-ion battery technology for electric vehicle (EV) and energy storage applications. With growing operations across the United States, we are committed to innovation, quality, and powering the future of clean energy. Join a 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 requirements.
Responsibilities:
- Determine the most efficient shipping methods based on urgency, transit time, carrier performance, and cost
- Coordinate freight quotes and evaluate carrier options for domestic and international shipments
- Maintain accurate records for all outbound shipments and related documentation
- Analyze shipping data and provide reports, metrics, and updates as requested
- Track shipments, troubleshoot delivery issues, and provide delivery confirmations upon completion
- Assist in identifying improvement opportunities within shipping and receiving functions
- Support the development and implementation of shipping and receiving processes and procedures
- Responsible for On-Time Delivery (OTD), logistics metrics, expediting, tracking, and reporting
- Verify product availability and manufacturing lead times to ensure customer requirements are met
- Provide planning analysis to support operational and business decisions
- Publish and present service, freight, and inventory metrics
- Partner with business units to understand customer requirements, demand forecasts, and priorities
- Work closely with manufacturing teams to align operations with customer requirements and maintain target inventory levels.
- Actively manage working and non-working inventory to ensure compliance and inventory accuracy
- Coordinate with internal departments including Production, Warehouse, Purchasing, and Customer Service
- Maintain flexibility with work hours, including participation in weekly planning meetings with global headquarters
- Maintain cleanliness at the worksite 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, Business, Logistics, or related field; or equivalent relevant experience
- Understanding of logistics, transportation, and supply chain operations
- Knowledge of shipping documentation, carrier management, and inventory control principles
- Ability to analyze data and support decision-making processes
Experience:
- 1 to 3 years of experience in Supply Chain, Logistics, or related field within a manufacturing environment preferred
- Experience coordinating shipments, freight carriers, and delivery schedules
- Strong knowledge of procedures related to material flow and inventory movement
- Experience with ERP or warehouse management systems preferred
Skills:
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel
- Strong communication and coordination skills
- Demonstrated ability to multitask and manage competing priorities
- Strong organizational and time management skills
- Analytical and problem-solving ability
- Attention to detail and accuracy
- Strong desire to grow and advance within the Supply Chain field
Equal Opportunity Employer
LG Energy Solution is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status under applicable law.
Reasonable accommodations may be made for qualified individuals with disabilities.