Logistics Planner II (Remote)

Logistics Jeffersonville, Indiana

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Description

 
This is a Remote Work position, the selected candidate may reside and perform work in any of the following states; Michigan, Ohio, Illinois, Indiana, Kentucky, Tennessee, Mississippi, Alabama, Texas or Florida.  No relocation benefit will be offered for this 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.
 
RESPONSIBILITES:
  • 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 
   
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
  • Ability to travel
 
 
About Sumitomo Electric Wiring Systems, Inc.
Sumitomo Electric Wiring Systems, Inc. (SEWS) is part of the Sumitomo family of companies, a 400 year old brand with a reputation for quality and reliability.  With the support of facilities throughout North America, SEWS has been delivering innovative solutions to automakers for over 30 years, and is a leading supplier of electrical distribution systems, components and electronics.  SEWS is committed to technical development worldwide and with a global network of resources, is able to deliver a truly competitive advantage to each of our customers.  Our associates are what drive Sumitomo’s continued growth, which is why we proudly offer a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package, including Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, Life, 401(k) with match, tuition benefits, paid holidays and vacation.
 
To learn more about us, please visit www.sewsus.com.
 
About the Sumitomo Electric Group
Since the founding of Sumitomo Electric Industries, Ltd. in 1897 with copper wire production, we have developed many new technologies and products through innovative R&D activities based on Sumitomo Electric manufacturing technologies for electric wires and power cables.  With more than 350 subsidiaries worldwide, we continue to introduce a wide variety of products that fulfill the expectations of society, in five business fields: Automotive, Information & Communications, Electronics, Environment & Energy, and Industrial Materials.  We are a Fortune global 500 company. 
 
To learn more about Sumitomo Electric Group, please visit http://global-sei.com.
 
 
**Interested Candidates Should Submit Cover Letter and Salary History When Applying.** 
 An Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D/V 
 

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