Job SummaryThe Industrial Engineer, Logistics will design, develop, and implement solutions to optimize our company's supply chain operations, including warehousing, inventory management, transportation, and distribution. This role requires a blend of industrial engineering principles with logistics and data analysis to improve efficiency, reduce costs, and enhance overall productivity. The ideal candidate is an analytical and collaborative problem-solver who can drive continuous improvement across the logistics network.Essential duties and responsibilitiesAnalyze and optimize processes: Evaluate current logistics workflows, from receiving to shipping, to identify inefficiencies, bottlenecks, and opportunities for improvement.Design facility layouts: Develop and update efficient warehouse and distribution center layouts to maximize space utilization and streamline material flow.Conduct data analysis: Use data modeling, time studies, and simulation tools to analyze operational performance, forecast demand, and test the effectiveness of new system designs.Manage inventory strategies: Design and implement optimized inventory management strategies to reduce costs and improve accuracy across the network.Optimize transportation: Analyze transportation networks, evaluate delivery routes, and explore transportation optimization strategies to lower freight costs and enhance delivery times.Implement process improvements: Lead and support continuous improvement initiatives, such as Lean and Six Sigma projects, and implement automated solutions and new technologies.Collaborate with teams: Partner with cross-functional teams, including operations, procurement, IT, and sales, to implement logistics strategies that align with broader business goals.Develop standards: Create and maintain documentation for standard operating procedures (SOPs) and standard work to ensure consistent and efficient operations.Report on performance metrics: Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) and report on logistics performance to stakeholders, communication opportunities and results.