Supply Chain Engineer

Benteler Automotive•Jacksonville, FL

39d

About The Position

We are HOLON. We are pioneers. We want to make history and permanently change the way people move. With our autonomous mover, the way to a zero-emission, comfortable, safe and inclusive future is already paved. HOLON stands for individual talent development and international career opportunities. Get on board and shape the future of tomorrow with us today. We are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Supply Chain Engineer to design and implement end-to-end logistics concepts for a new production facility. This role will be responsible for developing internal material flow strategies, defining internal transport, line feeding and storage concepts, specifying packaging solutions, calculating space requirements, and identifying logistics personnel needs to ensure an efficient, safe, and cost-effective logistics operation.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in industrial engineering, Logistics, Supply Chain Management, or a related field.
3+ years of experience in logistics, or material flow planning (automotive or manufacturing preferred).
Strong knowledge of lean manufacturing, material handling equipment, and logistics planning tools.
Proficient in layout tools (AutoCAD, Visio, or similar).
Familiarity with ERP/MES systems (SAP preferred).
Strong skills in Microsoft Excel (pivot tables, VLOOKUP, formulas, charts) and PowerPoint, including experience managing and analyzing large datasets and complex tables (a must).
Analytical mindset, with strong problem-solving and project management skills.
Effective communication and cross-functional collaboration abilities.

Nice To Haves

Experience in a greenfield project or plant launch environment.
Knowledge of packaging design and returnable packaging systems.
Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced, ambiguous environment, adapting quickly to changing requirements and constraints.
Hands-on, practical approach to implementing improvements on the shop floor.

Responsibilities

Design and implement the logistics layout and flow concept from receiving to production and shipping.
Develop strategies for optimal warehouse organization, buffer zones, and supermarket areas.
Calculate and validate space requirements for logistics zones, including staging, storage, and packaging areas.
Support facility layout and footprint optimization in collaboration with industrial engineering, operations and other departments.
Define internal material flow routes, handling equipment (e.g., tugger trains, forklifts, AGVs), and sequencing requirements.
Design efficient transport loops for materials and empty packaging.
Develop and validate line feeding concepts (e.g., kitting, Kanban, JIS/JIT delivery).
Ensure material presentation at the line supports ergonomic and lean principles.
Define packaging standards for inbound, internal, and outbound flows.
Work with suppliers and production teams to ensure packaging is aligned with space, costs and safety needs.
Define internal logistics staffing needs including forklift drivers and material handlers.
Support logistics process implementation during the launch phase and engineering changes.
Participate in cross-functional and cross-cultural meetings related to new product introductions, layout changes, and continuous improvement.