Logistics Planner

Inside the Role

Responsible for long-term supply chain strategies and networks that address capacity issues and production location decisions in support of business goals. Supports business execution of new programs and initiatives that include promotional activities, forecast and coordination for key events, new product launches, and network redesigns. Monitors key sales and operations planning performance indicators, cost-to-serve performance data, and coordinates cross-functional work teams to increase effectiveness of supply chain initiatives.

Posting Information

We provide a scheduled posting end date to assist our candidates with their application planning. While this date reflects our latest plans, it is subject to change, and postings may be extended or removed earlier than expected.

We Take Care of Our Team

Position offers a starting salary range of $74,500.00 - $95,000.00 USD

What You Drive at DTNA

• Responsible for network strategy including coordinating the design of warehouse locations and operations to facilitate smooth product flow.

• Monitor network performance and recommend schedule changes, cost adjustments or resource allocations.

• Identify enhancements to production parts movement from first tier supplier into Daimler manufacturing facilities.

• Identify and define new approaches and systems for transportation planning and operations.

• Perform complex analytics and statistical modelling on large data sets to optimize supply chain operations workflow, reduce costs, and increase efficiency.

• Perform transportation cost studies that drive procurement decision-making.

• Apply data analysis methodologies to identify supply chain optimization and simulate the impact of proposed initiatives.

• Partner with operations team to understand and frame operational problems for further analysis.

• Ensure network design meets requirements regarding technical quality, reliability, schedule, and cost.

• Develop detailed work plans, schedules, project estimates, resource plans, and status reports.

• Conduct risk analysis and monitor the process and plans against milestones and budgets.

• Develop workflows, standard processes, and methods for existing and future workstreams.

• Collect and analyze data to assess the efficiency and costs of logistics processes.

• Use statistical modeling skills to develop, and cost justify logistics solutions to meet customer needs.

Knowledge You Should Bring

• Bachelor’s degree required.

• 2-4 years of relevant experience with transportation strategy development, supply chain planning, or logistics operations required.

• Experience with data organization, data scrubbing, data management, and process mapping and design.

• Experience in project management, negotiations, transportation logistics or related areas.

• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office to include Excel, Work, and PowerPoint.

• Experience in supply chain and/or automotive manufacturing.

• Experience with detail cost planning and reporting.

• Outstanding written and verbal communication skills.

• Strong analytical ability and demonstrated problem solving skills.

Exceptional Candidates Might Have

• Master’s degree in logistics engineering or related field.

• Knowledge of transportation logistics processes and concepts.

• Very good intercultural intelligence and people skills required.

• Knowledge of vehicle manufacturing industry and logistics

• Master’s degree in logistics engineering or related field.

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Where We Work

This position is open to applicants who can work in (or relocate to) the following location(s)-

Fort Mill, SC US. Relocation assistance is not available for this position.

Schedule Type:

Hybrid (4 days per week in-office / 1 day remote). This schedule builds our #OneTeamBestTeam culture, provides an unparalleled customer experience, and creates innovative solutions through in-person collaboration.

At Daimler Truck North America, we recognize our world is changing faster than ever before. By listening to the needs of today, we’re building to solve with cutting-edge solutions in sustainability and future driving technology across electric, hydrogen and autonomous. These solutions, backed by years of innovative success and achievement, continue DTNA’s legacy as the undisputed industry leader. Our evolving brand portfolio is second to none, including Freightliner Trucks, Western Star, Demand Detroit, Thomas Built Buses, Freightliner Custom Chassis, and Financial Services. Together, we work as one team towards our envisioned future – building a cleaner, safer and more efficient tomorrow for all.

That is what we are working toward - for all who keep the world moving.

Additional Information

• This position is not open for Visa sponsorship or to existing Visa holders
• Applicants must be legally authorized to work permanently in the country the position is located in at the time of application
• Final candidate must successfully complete a criminal background check
• Final candidate may be required to successfully complete a pre-employment drug screen
• Contractors, professional services, or other contingent workers should confirm with their local agency if they are eligible to apply for FTE positions
• EEO/Minorities/Females/Disabled/Veterans

Daimler Truck North America is committed to workforce inclusion and providing an environment where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, age, marital status, family relationship, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression (including transgender and transitioning status), genetic information, or veteran status.

For an accommodation or special assistance with applying for a posted position, please contact our Human Resources department at 503-745-8982 or toll free 800-206-3369. For TTY/TDD enabled call 503-745-2137 or toll free 866-355-6935.