Logistics Sr. Manager

Title:  Sr. Manager, Logistics

Reports to:

Direct Reports: Yes

Location:

LG Energy Solution Michigan Inc. (LGESMI) develops and manufactures large lithium ion polymer batteries and modules for electric vehicle (EV) and energy storage applications. Come join the leader in advanced EV batteries!

Summary:

As a Logistics Senior Manager, you will lead a team to support logistics and supply chain management needs of the organization. This position is responsible for leading all logistics operations to support manufacturing production and customer fulfillment requirements. You will oversee transportation, warehousing, inventory flow, and distribution activities to ensure the timely and cost-effective movement of raw materials and finished goods.

Responsibilities:

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• Responsible for leading a team that is responsible for intercontinental and domestic logistics, logistics purchasing and customs clearance for all inbound material
  
• Coordinate/manage logistics strategic planning
  
• Lead studies for annual capacity requirements for all inbound material
  
• Develop Plans to improve network capacity utilization as well as reduce operating cost
  
• Develop and execute department training in conjunction with the training coordinator
  
• Will be required to support logistics operations for equipment (heavy haul) and raw material to support production
  
• Partner with customs operations to support customs and duties requirements
  
• Validate, approve, and audit logistics invoices for accuracy and lead dispute resolutions to closure with service providers
  
• Lead the team in network design, implementation, and optimization
  
• Create and foster an inclusive open culture where out-of-box thinking is encouraged, provide leadership, foster innovation, facilitate communication, and inspire the organization
  
• Establish and maintain positive working relationships with others, both internally and externally, to achieve the goals of the organization.
  
• Cultivate a collaborative environment
  
• Conduct thorough and timely Layered Process Audits in appropriate work areas
  
• Maintain cleanliness at work-site in accordance with 5S3R Standards:
  
• Sort, Set in order, Shine, Standardize, Sustain
  
• Right Location, Right Quantity, Right Container
  
• Perform other duties as assigned
  

Qualifications:

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• Bachelor’s degree in logistics, supply chain or related field required, MBA or MS preferred, or equivalent, relevant experience
  

Experience:

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• 10 to 15+ years of Manufacturing/Quality Assurance/Engineering experience in the Manufacturing industry or equivalent experience
  
• 7 to 10+ years of experience leading/managing multiple departments or functions globally
  
• Lean Six Sigma certificate preferred (Green Belt or Black Belt)
  
• APEX training (preferred)
  

Skills:

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• Organizational agility and results-oriented
  
• Committed to continuous improvement through empowerment and management by data
  
• Effective team building and diversity management
  
• Goal-oriented and motivated to achieve results through teams
  
• Planning skills and effective communication of priorities
  
• Delegation and directing teams to meet goals
  
• Ability to work flexible hours as needed to support entire production team
  
• Ability to work flexible hours as needed to support and work with HQ and global sites