Logistician

Logistics/Supply Chain III (Industrial & Technology company with healthcare products) Title: Logistics/Supply Chain III Duration: 12 Months assignment (Possible scope to extend depending on performance and/or budget) Location: DeKalb, IL 60115, Hybrid, Rotating shift Pay Rate Range: $55/hour - $60/hour depending on experience Position Summary The Project Manager – Network Optimization is responsible for leading strategic supply chain and distribution network projects that improve service, cost, inventory, and operational efficiency across the enterprise. This role manages complex initiatives including distribution center openings and closures, network redesign, inventory optimization, SKU rationalization, capacity planning, and facility transitions. The successful candidate combines strong project management fundamentals with analytical problem-solving and Lean Six Sigma methodologies to deliver business transformation. An Industrial Engineering background is highly desirable due to the analytical nature of the role. Duties & Responsibilities Lead strategic network optimization projects from planning through implementation, ensuring projects are delivered on time, within budget, and aligned with business objectives. Manage distribution network initiatives, including: Distribution center openings and closures Network node optimization and consolidation Facility transitions and operational cutovers Inventory relocation and balancing SKU rationalization and product migration Develop and manage project plans, schedules, budgets, resource plans, and risk mitigation strategies. Coordinate cross-functional teams across Supply Chain, Operations, Logistics, Transportation, Planning, Procurement, IT, Finance, and Manufacturing. Lead inventory transition planning to ensure continuity of customer service during network changes. Support network design initiatives by evaluating facility capacity, inventory positioning, transportation flows, and service requirements. Develop business cases, cost-benefit analyses, and executive presentations supporting network optimization investments. Facilitate project governance meetings and provide regular status updates to leadership. Apply Lean Six Sigma methodologies to improve supply chain processes and eliminate waste. Establish project KPIs and ensure successful transition to operational ownership upon project completion. Skills & Qualifications Strong knowledge of Project Management fundamentals, including Scope Management, Schedule Management, Budget & Cost Control, Risk Management, Change Management, Stakeholder Communication. Strong understanding of supply chain, distribution, logistics, and inventory management principles. Experience leading complex cross-functional projects involving multiple business functions and external partners. Knowledge of distribution network design, facility transitions, inventory optimization, and SKU deployment strategies. Strong analytical, quantitative, and problem-solving skills with the ability to make data-driven decisions. Experience with project management tools such as Microsoft Project, Excel, and PowerPoint. Excellent communication, organizational, and leadership skills with the ability to influence stakeholders across all levels of the organization. Working knowledge of Lean Six Sigma tools, including process mapping, value stream mapping, root cause analysis, DMAIC, and continuous improvement. Experience with ERP, Warehouse Management Systems (WMS), and Supply Chain Planning systems (SAP, SAP EWM, Blue Yonder, Manhattan, etc.) is preferred. Experience with network modeling, transportation optimization, or inventory planning tools is a plus. Required Bachelor’s degree in industrial engineering, Supply Chain Management, Operations Management, Mechanical Engineering, Business Analytics, Logistics, or related technical discipline. Minimum of 5 years of experience managing supply chain, logistics, network optimization, or distribution projects. Preferred Experience leading cross-functional initiatives involving inventory planning, facility transitions, or supply chain transformation. Demonstrated experience applying project management methodologies to deliver strategic business initiatives. Bachelor’s degree in industrial engineering or supply chain engineering. Project Management Professional (PMP) certification. Lean Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt certification. Experience supporting distribution center startups, closures, or network redesign initiatives. Knowledge of inventory optimization, transportation planning, capacity planning, and supply chain network modeling. Experience with data visualization and analytics tools such as Power BI or Tableau. Benefits Pride Health / Russell Tobin offers eligible employee’s comprehensive healthcare coverage (medical, dental, and vision plans), supplemental coverage (accident insurance, critical illness insurance and hospital indemnity), a 401(k)-retirement savings, life & disability insurance, an employee assistance program, identity theft protection, legal support, auto and home insurance, pet insurance, and employee discounts with some preferred vendors. Equal Employment Opportunity Pride Health is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of the race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, reproductive health decision making, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, sexual orientation, veteran or military status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. Fair Chance Employment Pride Health is a Fair Chance employer. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with applicable state and local Fair Chance laws and ordinances, including, the California Fair Chance Act and all applicable local Fair Chance ordinances. Accommodation We are committed to providing reasonable accommodation for applicants and employees with disabilities. 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