Sumitomo Electric Group Careers - Logistics Planner II (Remote)

Sumitomo Electric Group•Jeffersonville, IN

33d•Remote

About The Position

The Logistics Planner II, of the Warehouse Planning Department (WPD) is dedicated to supporting the project management activities related to facility expansions, new construction and relocation of warehouses for SEWS facilities located in Canada, United States and Mexico. This also includes setting project management standards, supporting adherence to corporate policies, procedures & regulations. Periodic travel to SEWS warehouse locations is required.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Logistics, Business Administration, or a related field preferred.
Minimum of 5 years in warehouse management or logistics, with experience in construction project management.
Strong leadership and organizational skills
Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities
Knowledge of safety standards and compliance regulations
Relevant certifications in logistics or construction engineering are a plus.
Good working knowledge of Microsoft Project, Visio, Excel, Smartsheets and CAD or similar programs
Software development knowledge as it relates to Warehouse Planning & Management
Ability to travel

Nice To Haves

Relevant certifications in logistics or construction engineering are a plus.

Responsibilities

Conduct cost studies and space analysis for 5 year warehouse forecast.
Create/process benchmark information -Use existing or create new analysis tools as necessary.
Work with external consultants as required
Create and coordinate project teams. Support with preparation of project scope, budget and approvals
Lead project management meetings with related departments -Set meeting standards -Conduct weekly/monthly Project Management meetings with developers and contractors -Provide weekly & monthly status updates to executive management
Support with budgetary recommendation and funding approval requests for assigned projects -Present to approval committee for review
Create, review and develop process control, lease and RFQ documents -Keep in accordance to Corporate Policy, procedures and regulations
Prepare and present Logistics meeting material every month.
Review Legal Documents and provide feedback on modifications required.
Use Best Practices (Kaizen) to optimize delivery of project activities.
Review Construction documents, architectural drawings, and provide feedback throughout life of project
On site assessments of proposed locations as based on market survey/request