Continuous Improvement Engineer - Dedicated Transportation (Remote)

Posted:
9/12/2024, 7:47:25 AM

Location(s):
Fort Worth, Texas, United States ⋅ Texas, United States

Experience Level(s):
Junior ⋅ Mid Level ⋅ Senior

Field(s):
Operations & Logistics ⋅ Sales & Account Management

Workplace Type:
Remote

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Summary
The Consultant Engineer is responsible for analysis and utilization of continuous improvement tools to design Supply Chain Solutions in current and future operations.

  • Transportation experience (dedicated transportation preferred)
  • Continuous improvement mentality and ability to drive change within an established business
  • Transportation modeling/solutions development experience
  • Transportation metrics & data visualization
  • Proficient in transportation modeling tools such as Appian Direct Route, JDA Transportation Modeler or Llamasoft Supply Chain Guru
  • Ability to analyze transportation data for optimization opportunities, dedicated route design and strategic network analysis
  • Strong customer facing presence and ability to clearly articulate savings opportunities with the customer.



Essential Functions

  • Collects data and performs statistical analysis

  • Maps and documents processes. Recommends and implements process improvement

  • Establishes and implements performance measures

  • Manages small and medium size projects

  • Conducts Supply Chain and/or inventory analysis

  • Re-designs and/or re-engineers logistics processes

  • Supports business development and creates efficient designs and solutions

  • Determines efficient utilization of resources by analyzing layouts, labor force, driver and equipment utilization charts


Additional Responsibilities

  • Applies company methodologies and tools to design transportation operations

  • Confers with the Engineering and Operations Managers to implement efficient and competitive solutions

  • Applies Lean Six Sigma (LSS) and Statistical Process Controls (SPC) tools

  • Assists in the development and delivery of presentations to customers as part of the sales team effort

  • Performs other duties as assigned.


Skills and Abilities

  • Able to work on complex problems where analysis of situations or data requires an in-depth evaluation of various factors

  • Exercises judgment within broadly defined practices and policies in selecting methods, techniques and evaluations criteria for obtaining results

  • Performs work independently with minimal supervision

  • Possesses strong technical aptitude

  • Ability to create and maintain professional relationships within all levels of the organization (peers, work groups, customers, supervisors)Comfortable around higher management

  • Capable of multi-tasking, highly organized, with excellent time management skills

  • Demonstrates problem solving skills

  • Able to deal with ambiguity

  • Seeks to acquire knowledge in area of specialty

  • Fast learner with business acumen

  • Builds and manages effective teams

  • Manages Diversity and Inclusion

  • Possess Managerial courage, approachability

  • Ability to build strong customer relationships

  • Strong verbal and written communication skills

  • Develops and delivers effective presentations

  • Total Work Systems (TQM)


Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree required Engineering, Business, Supply Chain or a minimum of 8 years relevant work experience

  • Master's degree preferred Industrial Engineering and/or Masters Degree

  • Four (4) years or more related work experience required

  • Total Work Systems (TQM)

  • Certified Six Sigma Green Belt

  • Production and Inventory Management (CPIM)


DOT Regulated
No

Job Category

Engineering

Compensation Information:

The compensation offered to a candidate may be influenced by a variety of factors, including the candidate’s relevant experience; education, including relevant degrees or certifications; work location; market data/ranges; internal equity; internal salary ranges; etc.

Compensation ranges for the position are below:

Pay Type:

Salaried

Minimum Pay Range:

90000

Maximum Pay Range:

100000

The position may also be eligible to receive an annual bonus, commission, and/or long-term incentive plan based on the level and/or type.

Benefits Information:

For all Full-time positions only: Ryder offers comprehensive health and welfare benefits, to include medical, prescription, dental, vision, life insurance and disability insurance options, as well as paid time off for vacation, illness, bereavement, family and parental leave, and a tax-advantaged 401(k) retirement savings plan.

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