Description
**Job Family:** Electrification & Automation
**Req ID:** 498715
Here at Siemens, we take pride in enabling sustainable progress through technology. We do this through empowering customers by combining the real and digital worlds. Improving how we live, work, and move today and for the next generation! We know that the only way a business thrives is if our people are thriving. That’s why we always put our people first. Our global, diverse team would be happy to support you and challenge you to grow in new ways. Who knows where our shared journey will take you?
**Transform the everyday with us!**
**About Smart Infrastructure – Electrification and Automation:**
Siemens is a global technology powerhouse that has stood for engineering excellence, innovation, quality, reliability, and internationality.
Siemens Smart Infrastructure Electrification and Automation (EA) Business Unit is headquartered in Wendell, NC,. The EA Business Unit has a diverse portfolio of products, including, but not limited to, low-voltage MCC, CMR fuse saver, MV switchgear, MV circuit breakers, and metering, power monitoring, power quality, and protective relay maintenance and systems of a standard nature.
**We are looking for a Materials & Logistics Manager. This position will be based in Wendell, NC. Relocation assistance is available.**
The Logistics Manager leads end-to-end site logistics for a state-of-the-art, highly automated made-to-order facility. You will own inbound receiving, incoming quality inspection interface (quarantine/hold-release), warehouse operations, internal material flow to assembly lines (kitting/line feeding), and outbound shipping. You will report to site operations leadership and lead supervisors/leads across multi-shift logistics teams, partnering closely with Production, Planning, Quality, Engineering, EHS, Procurement, and IT to deliver safety, quality, delivery, and cost targets.
* Willingness to work flexible hours as needed to support production schedules*
**You’ll make an impact by:**
+ Lead multi-shift teams across receiving, incoming inspection interface, warehousing, material handling, line feeding/kitting, and shipping; coach and develop supervisors/leads.
+ Build and sustain a logistics operating system (SQDC, tiered daily management, leader standard work, visual management, escalation and structured problem-solving).
+ Own inbound flow performance: dock scheduling, unloading, verification, discrepancies, dock-to-stock cycle time, and supplier delivery/packaging compliance.
+ Own warehouse and inventory integrity: WMS execution, slotting, replenishment, picking, cycle counting, traceability (lot/serial), and inventory accuracy governance.
+ Design and operate internal material flow to assembly lines: kitting/sequencing, supermarkets, tugger routes/milk runs, and point-of-use replenishment to prevent shortages and minimize WIP.
+ Drive logistics automation and robotics excellence: lead WMS/WES requirements and sustainment, operationalize AMR/AGV/ASRS (SOPs, safety, exception handling), and use data/analytics to improve throughput and cost.
**You’ll win us over by having the following qualifications:**
**Basic Qualifications:**
+ Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Industrial/Manufacturing Engineering, Operations, Business, or equivalent experience.
+ 5+ years of progressive logistics/warehouse leadership in manufacturing or high-throughput distribution
+ 3+ years leading leaders (supervisors/leads).
+ Hands-on experience across receiving, warehouse operations, line feeding/kitting, and shipping in a high-mix environment.
+ Proven experience implementing or significantly improving a WMS and integrating logistics processes with an ERP (e.g., SAP).
+ Demonstrated Lean/continuous improvement capability and KPI-driven management; strong safety leadership in material handling environments.
**Preferred Qualifications:**
+ Experience supporting made-to-order / engineer-to-order operations in smart infrastructure, electrification, automation, or similar industrial equipment.
+ Experience deploying/operating warehouse automation and robotics (AMR/AGV, AS/RS, conveyance/sortation) and/or WES/WCS coordination.
+ Greenfield startup, major expansion, or ramp-up leadership experience.
+ Certifications: ASCM/APICS CLTD/CPIM/CSCP and/or Lean Six Sigma Green/Black Belt.
+ Experience with advanced analytics (Power BI) and/or simulation/digital twin methods for intralogistics capacity and flow validation.
**About Siemens:**
We are a global technology company focused on industry, infrastructure, transport, and healthcare. From more resource-efficient factories, resilient supply chains, and smarter buildings and grids, to sustainable transportation as well as advanced healthcare, we create technology with purpose adding real value for customers. Learn more about Siemens here (https://www.siemens.com/global/en/company.html) .
**Our Commitment to Equity and Inclusion in our Diverse Global Workforce:**
We value your unique identity and perspective. We are fully committed to providing equitable opportunities and building a workplace that reflects the diversity of society, while ensuring that we attract the best talent based on qualifications, skills, and experiences. We welcome you to bring your authentic self and transform the everyday with us.
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$74,970 $128,520 5%
**Organization:** Smart Infrastructure
**Job Type:** Full-time
**Category:** SCM-Procurement / Supply Chain Logistics
