Logistics Technician, Material Analyst

DSV - Global transport and logistics
In 1976, ten independent hauliers joined forces and founded DSV in Denmark. Since then, DSV has evolved to become the world's 3rd largest supplier of global solutions within transport and logistics. Today, we add value to our customers' entire supply chain by transporting, storing, packaging, re-packaging, processing and clearing all types of goods. We work every day from our many offices in more than 80 countries to ensure a steady supply of goods to production lines, outlets, stores and consumers all over the world. Our reach is global yet our presence is local and close to our customers.  Read more at www.dsv.com 

Location: USA - Van Buren Township, 40 West Main Street 

Division: Air & Sea 
Job Posting Title: Logistics Technician, Material Analyst 
Time Type: Full Time

Summary

DSV Material Analysts are responsible for monitoring/managing our customers’ materials pipeline from Origin to Destination. Analysts are responsible for maintaining a fluid continuous flow of products from the Supply Base destined to customers’ facilities and plants. The interaction begins with monitoring materials management system releases to the supply base along with critical shortage reports to the plants.  The pipeline is maintained by ensuring that all participating parties (Plant, Supplier, Logistics, Consolidation points, and Steamship Line) are in sync to coordinate the successful transportation of materials within KPI performance metrics. Material Analysts are able to identify problems within the supply chain, dissect the root cause, and find a viable, effective, and least financially impactful solution for our customers while offering protection of plant build schedules.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Monitor and report Critical Parts to end-using facilities
• Monitor and report on shipments that are past intended targets thus being late
• Monitor and report on Supplier’s compliance to shipping to requested requirements and on proper day
• Aid in gathering critical information in the need for expedites
• Track and Trace shipments from supplier to delivery of end-using facility

Educational background / Work experience

• At least 2 years of experience in logistics or warehouse operations is preferred for this position.

Skills and Competencies

• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Ability to multitask and prioritize tasks in a fast-paced environment
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to learn and apply lessons learned from previous occasions where the issue presented difficulty or roadblocks
• Knowledge of logistics and supply chain management principles and practices
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and other computer applications used in logistics operations
• Ability to work with a team and trust one another to aid and guide in decision making

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience in logistics or supply chain management
• Experience in a customer-facing role, such as customer service or account management

Language skills

• Fluency in English (written and verbal).
• Fluency in additional languages is a plus.

Computer Literacy

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and other computer applications used in logistics operations is required.

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