Logistics Specialist

Smart Care® Equipment Solutions

Saint Paul, MN

JOB DETAILS
JOB TYPE
Full-time, Employee
SKILLS
Analysis Skills, Auditing, Change Management, Continuous Improvement, Customer Relations, Ergonomics, Establish Priorities, Forklift, Identify Issues, Institute for Supply Management (ISM), Inventory Costs, Inventory Management, Leadership, Lift/Move 70 Pounds, Logistics, Maintenance Services, Materials Management, Organizational Skills, Performance Metrics, Problem Solving Skills, Project Management Software, Project Schedule, Project/Program Management, Refrigeration, Returns Processing, Root Cause Analysis, Schedule Development, Six Sigma, Supply Chain, Supply Chain Management, Team Player, Time Management, Truck Driver, Warehousing, Willing to Travel
LOCATION
Saint Paul, MN
POSTED
15 days ago

Key Responsibilities

  • Maintain a clean, orderly, and organized warehouse of stock inventory as well as surplus project material. Surplus project material must be coordinated with the Supply Chain Manager.
  • Excess vehicle returns process administration.
  • Working with Technicians to ensure a timely and accurate return of required components to suppliers for credit.
  • Conduct reviews and audits of warehouse and vehicle inventories to ensure that inventory is appropriately identified and stored.
  • Participates in projects related to inventory and purchase cost improvements.
  • Independently carries out replenishment activities with full consideration for the impact of those activities on customer and business stakeholder expectations.
  • Promotes engagement and participation in overall materials management accountability. Acts as inventory is their personal wallet.
  • This position does require normal warehouse operations ergonomic capabilities including the ability to frequently kneel, bend, squat, push, pull, reach, climb a ladder with the appropriate safety wear, drive a fork truck, and occasionally lift and carry up to 70 pounds.


Qualifications and Competencies


Education, Licenses

B.S in applicable field, or a minimum of three (3) years of relevant experience


Analytical Reasoning - Has an understanding of analytical methodologies and the ability to utilize various statistical methodologies. Provides recommendations for business actions based on the conclusions drawn from analysis in a way that is meaningful to the business partner.


Project Management - Capable of effectively managing projects with little to no guidance.


Supply Chain Knowledge - Has some understanding of the role of each function in the Supply Chain and how their Key Performance Indicators support the needs of end customers.


Analyze Issues - Demonstrated results indicating knowledge of analyzing issues. Critically identifies an issue's scope and parameters while analyzing it from multiple perspectives. Determines the root causes as well as broad implications of issues. Integrates information and defines an array of alternatives. Applies a wide variety of analytical tools and processes (e.g. Six Sigma) on a regular basis to complete key projects and solve complex problems.



Schedule Management

- Manages the project schedule using the recommended project management tools and processes to drive completion within the agreed timeline.




- Building strong customer relationships and delivering customer-centric solutions.




- Planning and prioritizing work to meet commitments aligned with organizational goals.




- Handling conflict situations effectively, with a minimum of noise.




- Developing and delivering multi-mode communications that convey a clear understanding of the unique needs of different audiences.



Experience


Greater than three (3) years of relevant work experience (required) including team leadership experience (preferred).


Certification



Supply Chain Certifications

- the successful applicant should possess, be working towards, and/or possess the skills and capabilities equivalent to obtaining nationally recognized certification from the Institute for Supply Management (www.ismworld.com).



Change Management

- the successful applicant must be willing to invest time and commitment towards being a champion of change management across the Supply Chain and supporting organizations within Smart Care.


Travel Requirement


  • Travel will be almost exclusively North America based.
  • Anticipated travel is dependent upon service organization.
  • Maximum 5% with potential to surge to no more than 25%, on exception.
  • Travel needs will always be dependent upon need and aligned to both business and family needs.


Office Location Offering(s)


  • Requested work location is on-site at a Smart Care Solutions location. Collaborative work at a Regional Warehouse location site is sometimes required. Remote work for this work will not be considered.


Key Performance Metrics (Success Measures)


  • Safety Leadership
  • Continuous Improvement Mindset
  • Transactional Materials Efficiency
  • Stakeholder Engagement Feedback
  • Inventory Management KPIs
  • Safety Leadership
  • Continuous Improvement Mindset
  • Transactional Materials Efficiency
  • Stakeholder Engagement Feedback
  • Inventory Management KPIs






About Smart Care



Smart Care is a national repair and service provider for commercial foodservice, refrigeration, and cold storage equipment. Our offering of comprehensive mechanical services includes hot side cooking equipment, stand-alone refrigeration, specialty coffee and beverage, complex rack refrigeration and HVAC.


Smart Care is an Equal Employment

Opportunity/Affirmative

Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other protected class status. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply. If you need a reasonable accommodation with respect to Smart Care's application or hiring process due to a disability, please contact the Human Resources department at


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Smart Care Equipment Solutions is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. Women, minorities, veterans and individuals with disabilities, as well as all other qualified individuals, are encouraged to apply.

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