What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Logistics Specialist position at LG Energy Solution?
Company Overview
LG Energy Solution Vertech, Inc. (LGES Vertech) is a full-service energy storage system supplier and integrator. Using our core strengths of expert service to our customers, unparalleled safety, and excellence in manufacturing, we bring standardized, fully integrated energy storage systems to a rapidly growing worldwide market. Our systems address our customers' needs to reduce capital equipment and installation costs while enhancing system level performance and reliability using automated monitoring systems and analytics across the battery, power conditioning and auxiliary systems. Our AEROS® energy operating system is the engine of innovation to provide advanced control functions allowing our customers to maximize the value of their energy storage assets. Our service capabilities include advanced monitoring and analytics, scheduled maintenance, augmentation, and auxiliary system upgrades. The combination of excellence in battery technology and production coupled with nearly two decades of energy storage integration makes LGES Vertech a leading supplier and integrator in the power and energy markets.
LGES Vertech is a highly matrixed, team-oriented organization that fosters cross functional collaboration and innovation. The company seeks high caliber candidates with proven experience and with characteristics that embody our corporate commitment to the virtues of humble, hungry and smart in all we do. Our diverse and growing team enjoys competitive salaries, generous benefits, including 100% employer sponsored medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance.
For more information about LGESVT, please visit www.lgensol-vt.com.
Position Overview
We are seeking a highly capable Logistics Senior Specialist to lead ESS yard operations and shuttle transportation for oversized and heavy units. This role is responsible for maintaining safe and efficient yard flow, controlling shuttle movements between yard and plant, and ensuring outbound shipment readiness.
The ideal candidate brings strong experience in yard operations, carrier coordination, and specialized trailer planning for heavy or oversized cargo. This position requires both hands-on operational control and planning capability to manage 3PLs, coordinate transportation resources, establish execution standards, and drive stable day-to-day operations through proactive issue management and continuous improvement.
Primary Responsibilities
- Lead daily ESS yard operations and maintain safe, stable, and efficient yard flow
- Plan and control shuttle transportation between yard and plant to support operational continuity
- Coordinate outbound shipment readiness, including trailer staging, loading preparation, and dispatch execution
- Manage specialized trailer planning and coordination for oversized and heavy cargo
- Oversee 3PLs, carriers, and on-site operators by setting priorities,monitoring,execution, and driving operational discipline
- Develop and maintain daily and weekly operational plans for yard capacity, trailer availability, and shuttle scheduling
- Monitor KPIs, identify operational risks, and implement corrective and preventive actions
- Drive continuous improvement in yard and shuttle processes through structured issue resolution and follow-up
- Ensure compliance with OSHA, FMCSA, and site safety requirements
- Support operational reporting, vendor performance management, and cost control related to yard and shuttle activities
Key Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Required:
- Hands-on experience in yard operations, transportation, or warehouse logistics
- Experience managing shuttle operations, dispatch coordination, or carrier scheduling
- Ability to coordinate and control 3PLs, carriers, and field operators in daily operations
- Strong operational planning and execution capability in fast-moving environments
- Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to identify risks and drive follow-up actions
- Working knowledge of transportation safety requirements, OSHA standards, and operational compliance
- Ability to work in a field-driven, outdoor, and fast-paced environment
- Bilingual in Korean and English
Desired:
- Experience in ESS, heavy cargo, oversized cargo, or industrial logistics
- Familiarity with specialized trailers such as multi-axle, lowboy, step deck, or other heavy-haul equipment
- Experience with load readiness, cargo securement, and dispatch coordination for oversized units
- Experience in vendor performance management and operational follow-up with logistics partners
- Strong proficiency in Excel for operational tracking, reporting, and planning
- Familiarity with yard–shuttle integrated operations
- Experience with ERP, WMS, or TMS systems (e.g., SAP or equivalent)
- Experience tracking logistics KPIs and preparing operational reports
Working Conditions/Office Environment/Travel
- Office-based position located in Phoenix Arizona (City)
- On-site role supporting at yard operations
- Work includes outdoor yard/Factory environment and oversight of heavy equipment activities
Salary : $65,000 - $85,000