**Position Summary** This role supports supply chain operations through the management and optimization of planned routing data, ensuring efficient and cost-effective material flow. The position drives visibility and performance through data analysis, process oversight, and proactive issue resolution across operations. **Schedule** Monday – Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM **Key Responsibilities** **Supply Chain Operations** + Maintain the customer’s route plan to ensure accurate and efficient material flow + Align routing plans with production schedules to support operational continuity and service performance + Monitor material flow across the supply chain and coordinate adjustments to address disruptions or constraints + Manage exception resolution related to routing execution, timing, and delivery performance **Data & Analytics** + Develop and present customer and operational analytics, highlighting key trends, risks, and opportunities + Analyze routing data to identify optimization and cost-saving opportunities + Serve as a subject matter expert by translating data insights into actionable recommendations that drive decision-making + Influence operational and customer strategies through data-driven insights and performance analysis + Support continuous improvement initiatives through ongoing analysis and performance tracking **Customer Relations** + Partner with customers to resolve supply chain constraints, meet delivery commitments, and address operational inquiries + Communicate critical issues, risks, and impacts clearly and proactively to customers and internal stakeholders + Serve as a trusted advisor by recommending improvements to customer inventory strategies and material flow processes + Anticipate potential disruptions and proactively develop solutions to maintain service levels and operational continuity **Process Improvement** + Evaluate existing operational processes to identify inefficiencies, gaps, and opportunities for improvement + Recommend and support implementation of process enhancements to improve accuracy, efficiency, and service performance + Partner with Engineering and cross-functional teams to implement process and transportation design changes + Ensure adherence to standardized processes while identifying opportunities to simplify or streamline workflows **Supplier & Carrier Relations** + Coordinate planned routing changes with suppliers and carriers to ensure alignment with operational requirements and service expectations + Confirm carrier capacity and readiness to support route plans and fluctuations in demand + Serve as the primary liaison for external partners to ensure execution aligns with established supply chain routing strategies **Additional Responsibilities** + Support special projects and initiatives as assigned by Manager **Qualifications** + High School Diploma or equivalent required; Bachelor’s degree preferred + 1+ year of experience in supply chain or a related role preferred + Strong understanding of transportation, supply chain, and logistics principles + Ability to learn and effectively use inventory and transportation management systems and related applications + Strong data analysis skills with the ability to interpret and work with large datasets + Strong problem-solving and time management skills + Excellent verbal and written communication skills + Ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and operate in a fast-paced environment + Strong attention to detail with the ability to follow established processes and procedures + Advanced computer skills, especially Microsoft Excel + Willingness to travel as necessary and work required hours to accomplish job duties + Complete employment application requirements, including background check and drug screening **Work Environment & Physical Requirements** + This role requires the ability to read, communicate (verbally and in writing), analyze information, and interpret instructions or guidelines + Work may require periods of standing, walking, and sitting throughout the day + Ability to occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 lbs (12 kg) + Requires frequent use of computer systems, including extended periods of screen-based work and the ability to maintain visual focus for data analysis and system interaction Penske is an Equal Opportunity Employer. **About Penske Logistics** Penske Logistics engineers state-of-the-art transportation, warehousing and freight management solutions that deliver powerful business results for market-leading companies. With operations in North America, South America, Europe and Asia, Penske and its associates help businesses move forward by increasing visibility and driving down supply-chain costs. Visit Penske Logistics to learn more. Job Category: Logistics/Supply Chain Job Family: Information Technology Address: 3000 Auburn Dr Primary Location: US-OH-Beachwood Employer: Penske Logistics LLC Req ID: 2604892