Specialist I, Logistics

LG Energy Solution Michigan, Inc.•Lansing, MI

6d•Onsite

About The Position

LG Energy Solution Michigan Inc. (LGESMI) develops and manufactures large lithium-ion polymer batteries and modules for electric vehicle and energy storage applications. The Logistics Specialist provides analytical and operational support for the company’s shipping responsibilities, facilitating shipping requirements and the movement of products into and out of the facility to their destinations. The role initiates carrier quote processes, analyzes carrier capabilities, and recommends carriers based on their ability to meet customer requirements. The position supports shipping and receiving operations, shipment planning and tracking, inventory management, performance metrics, and process improvement. It works closely with business units and manufacturing to align operations with customer requirements and forecasts, and includes flexibility in work hours for a weekly planning meeting with global headquarters.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent relevant experience.
1 to 3+ years of experience in supply chain within a manufacturing plant or related experience.
Strong knowledge of procedures related to material flow.
Proficiency with the MS Office Suite.
Communication skills.
Demonstrated ability to multitask and strong organizational skills.
Strong desire to advance in the Supply Chain field.

Nice To Haves

Bilingual Korean-English.

Responsibilities

Determine the most efficient shipping method by considering delivery urgency, carrier capabilities, delivery time requirements, and cost.
Maintain records for outbound shipments, analyze shipping data, and provide details as requested.
Track and troubleshoot shipment deliveries and problems, and provide delivery confirmations.
Assist in identifying improvement opportunities in shipping and receiving functions.
Assist in developing shipping and receiving processes and procedures.
Support on-time delivery and metric achievement through expediting, tracking, and reporting.
Verify product availability and manufacturing lead times to ensure they meet customer requirements.
Provide planning analysis to support decision-making.
Publish and present service and inventory metrics and results.
Work with business units to understand customer requirements and forecasts.
Work with manufacturing to align operations with business requirements by setting and maintaining target inventory levels.
Manage working and non-working inventories in assigned businesses to maintain compliance.
Accommodate flexible work hours, including a weekly planning meeting with global headquarters.
Maintain work-site cleanliness according to 5S3R standards: Sort, Set in order, Shine, Standardize, Sustain; Right Location, Right Quantity, Right Container.
Perform other duties as assigned.