Solutions Engineer
Location:  US-AZ-Scottsdale Posted Date:  10/27/2009

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Description:

APL Logistics (APLL), one of the foremost providers of end-to-end supply chain services, is currently searching for a Solutions Engineer to join its rapidly expanding business. 

 

APL Logistics is a wholly owned subsidiary of Neptune Orient Lines (NOL); one of the world’s largest shipping and logistics companies with annual revenues in excess of $7 billion. APLL offers a wide range of supply chain management services, including freight forwarding, transportation management, warehousing, light manufacturing, and consolidation services in more than 100 countries in the Americas, Asia, the Middle East, Europe, and Africa. Combining state of the art information systems with renowned operational excellence APLL is able to consistently achieve word-class service for its Fortune 500 customers in the high tech, automotive, consumer, and retail sectors. Uniquely positioned in the market, APLL’s exceptional growth potential continues to make it one of the most exciting players in this fast paced industry (APLL’s web site can be found at: www.apllogistics.com)

 

The ideal candidate for this high profile position must be able to work in a fast paced problem-solving environment. He/She must be a highly motivated self-starter with a professional and personable demeanour who thrives in a challenging environment. He/She will have strong communication skills including the ability to clearly communicate business solutions in person and over the phone. He/She will have an ability to work with diverse groups across the company and at all levels of management.

 

Position Summary

 

Reporting to a Senior Engineer, the Solutions Engineer will be a member of the APLL Supply Chain Solutions group. The job duties for the Engineer include: Manage and lead cross-functional RFP response preparation teams for business development, operations improvements and consulting; Interface with customers, sales and operations and help operations with implementation of engineered solutions; Provide industry expertise in solution design and lead solution design efforts; Prepare and make customer presentations; Design innovative solutions to enhance operational productivity in various aspects of supply chains; Make sales calls, presentations and demos; Some travel required. 
Accountabilities:
This position is responsible for, but not limited to, the following:
  • Project management - manage and lead multiple large, complex projects at one time
  • Design and analyze supply chain solutions
  • Domestic and international supply chain consulting and logistics projects and solutions for customers
  • Present solutions to customers
  • Sell business solutions, both in consulting and in operations
  • Interface with customers, sales and operations
  • Help operations with implementation of engineered solutions, provides industry expertise in solution design and lead-solution design efforts
  • Prepare and make customer presentations
  • Design innovative solutions to enhance operational productivity in various aspects of supply chains
  • Make sales calls, presentations and demos
  • Some travel required
Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in industrial engineering, logistics, operations, management or transportation or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
  • Minimum 5 to 8 years experience in one or more key functional areas: warehouse design, transportation management, distribution center management, 3PL, automated materials handling, decision support systems/technology.
Additional Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
  • Candidate ideally has operational and consulting experience.
  • Experience in international supply chain consulting and logistics preferred
  • Proven capability to sell business, both in consulting and in operations.

  • Proven capability to determine staffing requirements, storage requirements, material handling and warehouse processes.

  • Financial pricing and modeling.

  • Strong analytical and problem solving skills.

  • Excellent oral and written communication skills.

  • Strong presentation preparation and delivery skills.

  • Ability to work in and lead cross-functional teams.

  • Ability to work interdependently and independently.

  • Proven project management skills with ability to manage and lead multiple large, complex projects at one time.

  • Experience in analysis and design of supply chain solutions.

  • Working knowledge in the principles of managerial finance (TVM concepts, NPV/IRR/EVA, understanding of financial statements, etc.).

  • Experience in international supply chain consulting and logistics preferred

    Teamwork - showing a commitment to teamwork and collaboration.
  • Respect - extending dignity and respect to all people.
  • Integrity - fostering trust and a positive work environment.
  • Innovation - bringing creativity to the workplace.
  • Customer Focus - achieving Company, department, and personal goals through a strong customer focus.

APL and APL Logistics are part of the NOL Group. For more information, please visit our web sites, www.apl.com, www.apllogistics.com, and www.nolweb.com.

 
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APL and APL LOGISTIC ARE EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYERS

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