http://homedepot.jobs2web.com/go/Atlanta-Logistics-Engineering-Jobs/1235/ View Atlanta Logistics Engineering Jobs at Home Depot en-us http://homedepot.jobs2web.com/images/homedepot/home-depot-logo.gif http://homedepot.jobs2web.com/go/Atlanta-Logistics-Engineering-Jobs/1235/ 720 Position Detail Transportation Manager - Logistics Atlanta, GA Date: 10/22/2009
Company: The Home Depot
Category: Logistics/Supply Chain/Import
Type: Full-time
Travel: None

Relocation no
POSITION DESCRIPTION

POSITION PURPOSE Develops, implements, and monitors all logistics management activities required for the timely and efficient transportation and distribution of products.

MAJOR TASKS, RESPONSIBILITIES AND KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES * Develops solutions that leverage the Company' s volumes, systems and partnerships while providing consistently high levels of customer service in a cost-effective manner. * Identifies and prioritizes logistics needs and communicates recommendations to upper management in order to achieve efficient product distribution. * Provides data and recommendations on product tracking, route analysis, rerouting, costing and usage alternatives. * Advises IS and system users in the development and implementation of logistics systems improvements and changes. * Responds to Requests for Information (RFI) from potential software vendors. * Tests vendor software packages to identify potential shortcomings; ascertains vendors' ability to customize products to Home Depot specifications.

NATURE AND SCOPE * Reports to Sr. Manager, Director Sr. Director or VP * Typically requires interpersonal skills for dealing with sensitive or controversial situations. * Typically faces situations that are unstructured and require original approaches. * Typically considers new courses of action within broad policies and medium-term goals when solving problems. * Typically, once given general assignments, determines priorities and defines what should be done and how to do it.

ENVIRONMENTAL JOB REQUIREMENTS Under regular pressure to meet deadlines, quotas and/or must frequently deal with difficult issues related to people or situations. ESSENTIAL SKILLS Minimum Qualifications * Must be eighteen years of age * Must pass the Drug Test * Must pass the Background Check * Must pass pre-employment tests if applicable

EDUCATION REQUIRED The knowledge, skills and abilities typically acquired through the completion of a bachelor's degree program or equivalent degree in a field of study related to the job.

YEARS OF RELEVANT WORK EXPERIENCE- 5
CERTIFICATES/LICENSES

PHYSICAL JOB REQUIREMENTS Frequent periods are spent standing or sitting in the same location with some opportunity to move about; occasionally there may be a need to stoop or lift light objects (typically less than 8 pounds).
ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS Excellent project management skills. Demonstrated abilty to perform financial analysis. Ability to ascertain and solve problems. Strong computer skills. Strong communication skills.]]> http://homedepot.jobs2web.com/job/Transportation-Manager-Logistics-(_number-62808)-Job/656484/?utm_source=J2WRSS&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=J2W_RSS http://homedepot.jobs2web.com/job/Transportation-Manager-Logistics-(_number-62808)-Job/656484/?utm_source=J2WRSS&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=J2W_RSS Position Detail Logistics Engineer Atlanta, GA Date: 10/22/2009
Company: The Home Depot
Category: Logistics/Supply Chain/Import
Type: Full-time
Travel: None

Relocation no
POSITION DESCRIPTION

POSITION PURPOSE A Logistics Engineer supports process improvement and task-out projects, typically related to cost out. An Engineer may perform operational analysis, process improvement, facility and capacity planning, and project management. Must be a self starter, detail oriented, able to manage multiple projects, possesses excellent communication skills, works well with a team, interacts with multiple levels and functions within the Global Logistics organization.

MAJOR TASKS, RESPONSIBILITIES AND KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES * 40% - Conducts time studies, performs zero base analysis, rate analysis, network analysis, statistical analysis, flow path analysis and supply chain analysis. Develops metrics for business units within Global Logistics. Identifies Logistics process improvement opportunities through competitive analysis, and critical thinking. Supports and/or leads cross-functional strategic or process improvement projects. * 15% - Develops business tools and solutions based on knowledge, product or technology. * 15% - Develops reports and runs ad hoc queries. Identifies and develops business rules and standard operating procedures to streamline operating processes. Develops and maintains cost estimates, forecasts, and cost models" * 10% - Provides facility and capacity planning analysis for distribution and transportation functions in Logistics. * 10% - Reviews and recommends system/software enhancements. * 10% - Develops metrics and key performance indicators for assigned business units.

NATURE AND SCOPE * No direct responsibility for supervising others.

ENVIRONMENTAL JOB REQUIREMENTS * Located in a comfortable indoor area. Any unpleasant conditions would be infrequent and not objectionable. * Typically requires overnight travel less than 10% of the time. ESSENTIAL SKILLS Minimum Qualifications * Must be eighteen years of age * Must pass the Drug Test * Must pass the Background Check * Must pass pre-employment tests if applicable

EDUCATION REQUIRED The knowledge, skills and abilities typically acquired through the completion of a bachelor's degree program or equivalent degree in a field of study related to the job.

YEARS OF RELEVANT WORK EXPERIENCE- 2
CERTIFICATES/LICENSES

PHYSICAL JOB REQUIREMENTS Most of the time is spent sitting in a comfortable position and there is frequent opportunity to move about. On rare occasions there may be a need to move or lift light articles.
ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS * Industrial Engineering Degree or other related Engineering Degree * Experience with Six Sigma or other Process Improvement Methodology * Proficient in: Microsoft Office Suite including Access, Excel, Powerpoint, Project, Word and Visio. * Advanced Skills in: Mini-tab, Access, SQLVisual Basic, Visio, Project, Specialized Software dependent upon position * Project Management Skills * Advanced Data Modeling Skills * Finance/CBA/Capital Budget Experience"

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND COMPETENCIES * Business Analysis: Clarifies and resolves complex business issues by breaking them down into meaningful components to determine root cause and redesigning internal and external business processes. * Business Communication: Writes, speaks, and presents clearly and succinctly across a variety of communication settings and adjusts communication style to the audience by translating and articulating technical concepts to non-technical groups. * Financial Acumen: Utilizes fundamental concepts of finance to manage budgets, forecast costs, and provide information to account for the financial impact of decision-making. * Cross-functional knowledge: Uses knowledge of functional areas, organizational structure, and key business drivers to support company initiatives and long-term growth strategies, understanding individual and functional impact on the whole organization.]]> http://homedepot.jobs2web.com/job/Logistics-Engineer-(_number-62813)-Job/656489/?utm_source=J2WRSS&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=J2W_RSS http://homedepot.jobs2web.com/job/Logistics-Engineer-(_number-62813)-Job/656489/?utm_source=J2WRSS&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=J2W_RSS