Logistics Planner
for WITTENSTEIN Inc. at US - Bartlett, IL (USA)
Responsibilities
Pay Range: $58,000 - $70,000
Primary purpose is to create new, improve existing and support supply chain elements and processes. The focus is to optimize the entire supply chain according to clear lean principles and the company’s strategy. Possible supply chain elements of special interest are for example External Warehouse, External Cross Dock or Distribution Center.
Primary purpose is to create new, improve existing and support supply chain elements and processes. The focus is to optimize the entire supply chain according to clear lean principles and the company’s strategy. Possible supply chain elements of special interest are for example External Warehouse, External Cross Dock or Distribution Center.
- Plan, Implement, Control and Improve internal and external supply chain processes from End-to-End (Supplier to Customer, including External Warehouse / 4PL and Cross Dock / Distribution Center).
- Analysis and optimization of inventory (internal and external) and supermarket levels.
- Plan / Dimension, Implement, Control and Improve internal material flows with technologies like tugger trains and AGVs.
- Optimization of supermarket layouts and material flow.
- Provide recommendations for best practices for executing logistics processes.
- Logistics-specific project planning and coordination with other departments in the initiation phase of product development.
- Support operative logistics team in an expert role and where needed.
- Work and align with internal colleagues from Strategic Business Divisions and Corporate Functions on application of worldwide relevant standards.
Qualifications
- Associates or Bachelor’s Degree in a relevant field 5 years’ experience in Logistic Planner or similar role area is preferred
- Certificates in Supply Chain (e.g. ASCM / APICS) or Lean (e.g. Six Sigma) preferred
- Project Management certifications preferred
- Computer proficiency in Microsoft Office – emphasis in Excel, Word, Visio and Power Point.
- Strong organizational skills
- Experienced in ERP software (SAP preferred) and shipping software
- Valid drivers license
- Great Place To Work Certified
- Competitive Base Salary
- Incentive Plan up to 5% annually
- Profit Sharing up to 5% annually
- Excellent Health Benefits
- Monthly medical premiums at 50% to 75% below market.
- Annual deductible & copays below market.
- Higher percentage if medical coverage than market.
- No monthly premiums for dental & vision.
- Matching 401(k) Contribution
- Wellness Reimbursement (50% up t $500/year)
- Climate controlled production environment
- Wellness Rewards Redeemed for Gift Cards
- Short-Term Disability Insurance & Long-Term Disability Insurance
- Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Flexible Spending Accounts (Medical and Dependent Care)
- Tuition Reimbursement
Committed to being a world-class partner of intelligent mechatronic drive technology, servo systems, and mechanical components. WITTENSTEIN uses the power of science, innovation, and forward-thinking engineering to provide you cutting-edge technology for motion. Since pioneering the alpha servo planetary gear reducer in 1983, support and motion requirements from the market have continued to change and WITTENSTEIN is well positioned to deliver reliable products and services to its customers and partners.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, or other status protected by applicable law. WITTENSTEIN is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer: Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran.
WITTENSTEIN North America is not accepting any unsolicited 3rd party Recruiting Agencies or Temporary Worker Agencies for any of our open positions. No solicitations via phone, email, or in person are accepted at this time.
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