Senior Logistics Engineer
Description
About FedEx Supply Chain
FedEx Supply Chain, a subsidiary of FedEx Corp. (NYSE: FDX), is a leader in the third-party logistics industry offering a diverse service portfolio that enables commerce for businesses. With a proven track record of innovation and operational excellence, FedEx Supply Chain takes a consultative approach to optimize logistics processes, implement innovative technology and drive continuous improvement. By leveraging best practices and the world-renowned FedEx network, FedEx Supply Chain delivers leading solutions that provide flexibility, enable scalability and improve cost-effectiveness for customers. Through more than 11,000 employees, 130 operations and 35 million square feet of warehouse space, FedEx Supply Chain manages nearly 150 million packages and processes 358 million returns each year. For more information, go to supplychain.fedex.com.
We Have….
- A strong FedEx brand consistently ranked among the world’s most admired and trusted employers.
- A top notch leadership team with the experience needed to grow and develop your career.
- An open mind for new ideas and creative methods.
- A strong compensation and benefits package, including health, vision, dental, 401k with a strong match and much more!
*No sponsorship available for this position.
General Summary….
The position will work closely with multiple groups to complete engineering related tasks in the logistics/supply chain area.
Position will establish project objectives and ensure that the analysis meets customer’s requirements. The position will lead project teams, provide independent discretion, and manage project profitability.
This position will be responsible for…..
- Deliver network studies, transportation analysis, and warehouse studies to determine operational improvements to current operations. This analysis is used to develop the recommended improvements for the customers that provide value in cost reduction, service improvement, etc.
- Conduct network studies, transportation analysis, and warehouse studies for existing customers. This is part of our continuous improvement process that is sold to customers.
- Provide recommendations to analysis approach and methodology for supply chain analysis.
- Understand, articulate and communicate the concepts and complexity of supply chain problems effectively to internal and external customers outside of engineering.
- Prepare and present the analysis and solutions to customers.
- Provide support in data management and reporting.
- Develop tools to automate the engineering processes.
- Host fact finding discussions with customers to define: problems, scope, deliverables, and methodology.
- Write draft proposals for potential consulting clients.
- Stay abreast of logistics technological advances.
- Coach engineers as they explain solutions to customers through written proposals and oral presentations. This includes reviewing the material before presentation, observing the presentation, giving feedback and recommending training.
- Determine data management strategies and create customized reporting to best depict the results relative to the customer’s business.
- Identify cost-saving opportunities through data analysis and development of reporting systems and tools that will provide solutions to the customer’s information needs.
- Create and apply engineering and operations research tools, advanced Excel and Access and techniques commonly applied against supply chain problems.
- Conduct transportation analysis of potential customer’s data which leads to the development of a value proposition for the customer, the operations implementation plan, and the development of pricing.
- Act as a customer facing consultant with ability to ascertain underlying issues, develop tailored solution methodology and present persuasive rational to gain acceptance.
You might be a great fit if….
Education/Experience
- Bachelor’s Degree in engineering, math, statistics, computer science, finance, accounting or related field preferred and 10 or more years of combined business and engineering experience.
- In lieu of degree, high school diploma or GED and 12 or more years of relevant experience.
- MS or MBA preferred.
- Transportation related experience preferred.
- Have an understanding of various programming languages (object oriented and mathematical).
- Knowledge of SQL server and Access, and the use of query tools.
- Understanding of CPLEX or similar mathematical solvers is preferred.
- Strong project management, interpersonal, analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to manage priorities across multiple projects.
- Ability to work independently and as a team (within Engineering and with Sales, Operations, Carrier Management, Parcel, etc.).
- Excellent oral and written communication skills with the ability to develop and present solutions that add value to the customer (external or internal).
Physical/Cognitive Requirements
With or without accommodation:
Ability to follow policies and procedures.
• Ability to read, write and interpret information.
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide.
• Ability to use hands to finger, handle, or feel.
• Ability to sit/walk/stand for duration of shift
• Must possess visual acuity to perform essential job functions.
• Ability to conduct physical tasks with a full range of motion throughout the warehouse environment.
• Ability to lift/carry items up to 50 pounds
FedEx Supply Chain, Inc., as well as its subsidiary companies, is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.
FedEx Supply Chain is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities in its application procedures, hiring, and other terms and conditions of employment. To request a reasonable accommodation, please contact FSC.TalentAcquisition@fedex.com.
** Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several US geographic markets. Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to, market location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, education/training and a candidate’s work experience.
Pay Range: 65108.00 (Min) - 94323.00 (Mid) - 123538.00 (Max) Yearly
