Sr. Logistics Specialist​/Process Engineer

Sr. Logistics Specialist / Process Engineer

Location: Blythewood, SC, United States,

Department: Materials Management – Supply Chain,
Type: Full Time

Job Title: Sr. Logistics Specialist / Process Engineer

Pay: $115,000 – $120,000

Location: Blythewood, SC

Schedule: Full time, Permanent Role

Relocation Assistance: Available

Join an innovative automotive manufacturer shaping the future of electric pickup trucks and rugged SUVs. As an Sr. Logistics Specialist / Process Engineer, you will play a critical role in developing, optimizing, and managing Just-In-Time (JIT) and Just-In-Sequence (JIS) logistics processes to ensure seamless material flow and uninterrupted production operations.

This role requires a strong background in automotive supply chain management, supplier collaboration, logistics process development, and continuous improvement initiatives. You will work cross-functionally with production, planning, logistics, and suppliers to drive operational excellence, implement process improvements, and support manufacturing efficiency.

• Develop, implement, and optimize JIT/JIS logistics processes and supporting equipment.
• Design efficient material flow strategies to support production requirements.
• Evaluate and improve logistics systems to enhance operational performance and scalability.

• Monitor and optimize inbound and internal material flow processes.
• Identify bottlenecks and implement corrective actions to ensure uninterrupted production support.
• Drive warehouse, transportation, and sequencing improvements.

• Partner directly with automotive suppliers to manage JIT/JIS deliveries.
• Resolve delivery, logistics, and quality-related issues to maintain production continuity.
• Support supplier performance improvement initiatives and logistics readiness activities.

• Collaborate with product planning, manufacturing, and engineering teams to support new product launches and engineering changes.
• Lead logistics planning activities for new programs and production changes.
• Evaluate, manage, and implement change requests while minimizing operational disruptions.

• Lead cross-functional teams involving logistics, production, planning, quality, and suppliers.
• Coordinate logistics improvement projects and ensure successful execution.
• Facilitate communication between stakeholders to achieve project objectives.

• Drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on cost reduction, efficiency, quality, and service levels.
• Conduct process audits and ensure compliance with automotive standards and regulations.
• Support implementation and adherence to VDA, ISO, and other industry requirements.

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Industrial Engineering, Business, or a related field.
• Minimum of 8 years of experience in supply chain management, logistics, material flow, or JIT/JIS process management within the automotive industry.
• Hands‑on experience managing JIT/JIS logistics operations within an automotive OEM or Tier 1 supplier environment.
• Strong knowledge of automotive industry standards, including VDA, ISO, and related regulations.
• Experience conducting logistics and process audits.
• Proven understanding of Change Management principles and implementation methodologies.
• Experience with transportation and warehouse management systems (TMS, WMS) and logistics planning tools.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and project management skills.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities.

• Experience supporting electric vehicle manufacturing operations.
• Knowledge of route optimization, traffic management, and advanced material flow planning.
• Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, or Continuous Improvement certification.
• Experience managing new product introductions and launch logistics activities.

• Have you directly worked with automotive suppliers to manage JIT/JIS deliveries, resolve delivery or quality issues, and ensure uninterrupted production…