Logistics Engineer
Groupo
- Fort Worth, TX
- $68,000-85,000 per year
- Permanent
- Full-time
- In charge of the interface to management and the execution of site/process, automation, standardization, operational procedures, project plans, and delivery commitments.
- Lead the development teams with a focus on logistics technologies and processes.
- Oversee the management of technical integrations and relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
- Team building as well as provide technical leadership for the design and implementation of features and site process, equipment and system enhancements.
- Develop, implement, and maintain siter engineering standards and policies
- Function as a mentor to key development personnel and potential customers, assisting in the execution of duties upon request, and readying these key personnel for the occupation of this position
- Develop and implement engineering strategies meant for the development of technological tools and processes required for current and future site development
- Organize activities for the development, implementation, release, and maintenance of projects necessary for site development, deployment, and sustenance.
- Perform engineering design evaluations and ensure the completion of site technical projects within resource, budget, and scheduling restraints
- Coordinate and communicate development activities and priorities with the senior leadership in order to ensure the successful completion of project objectives
- Help the junior development teams in building new products and features from the early phases of site development to completion
- Knowledge: Take initiative to explore, evangelize, and implement innovative technologies within the business in order to improve the business's internal platforms as well as customer experience
- Provide support and leadership to development departments, facilitating continuous evolution in both the frontend and backend development teams
- Follow up on business procedures, policies, and associated tools in order to develop processes that are more efficient and ensure conformity with the business's policies and overall objectives
- Perform similar duties as he/she deems fit for the proper execution of his/her duties and duties as delegated
- Bachelor's degree from a four-year college or university
- Engineering degree strongly preferred
- MBA is preferred
- At least 3 years of working experience in a technical role preferably in Supply Chain, logistics, or warehousing in global entities with strong North American solutions
- Must have a proven and successful record leading medium to large scale logistics transformation projects, Xdocks, Multi-sites, working in wide ranges of markets and environments
- Must have experience working with various automation technologies and consumer site/program development
- Aptitude for data analysis
- Team management skills
- Engineering and technical knowledge, preferable in logistics
- Understanding of engineering practices and procedures
- Basic user abilities in Microsoft Office Suite
- Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and instructions
- Ability to present information to Senior level, clients, suppliers, peers, and employees
- Ability to learn and work with different toolsets and systems as well as identify requirements
- Ability to help in the analysis for all Operational paperwork instructions and procedures
- Strong customer service skills
- Excellent math skills
- Problem solving ability
- Exceptional communication skills, both written and verbal
- Communication skills will be especially important in his leadership position, where clear conveyance of instructions and information down the line to junior development departments will play a significant role in determining the overall performance of the development engineering department.
- Self-motivated
- Strong attention to detail
- Ability to work in a fast paced, stressful environment
- Ability to work with and meet deadlines