Hybrid Logistics Analyst

at Medtronic

• Job title: Logistics Analyst
• Job type: Full Time
• Experience level: Mid level, Senior
• Salary: $60,800 - $91,200 per year
• Degree requirement: High School Diploma
• Location requirements: Hybrid, Memphis, United States

About the role

• Logistics Analyst focused on warehouse slotting and throughput improvements at Medtronic. Applying machine learning principles for operational efficiency in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Support DC space utilization: Implement strategies to optimize the space utilization, efficient slotting of inbound inventory and minimize handling time.
• Develop methodologies to optimize warehouse slotting strategies, considering multiple variables like product velocity, product size, turnover rates, and storage requirements.
• Develop storage and replenishment strategies for all materials in the warehouse.
• Use predictive analytics to forecast demand patterns and adjust slotting configurations dynamically.
• Utilize warehouse reports, product history and business forecasts to analyze warehouse health and understands how to change slotting strategies to meet changing business needs.
• Work with leadership to forecast warehouse capacity and future storage requirements.
• Collaborate with inventory clerks to accurately capture and input essential product data into the system.
• Partner with slotting SMEs to execute data collection and slotting actions.
• Monitor and maintain accuracy of warehouse master data, including material data, slotting data, and bin data.
• Engage directly with warehouse operations to perform physical product movements to optimize space and/or pick efficiency.
• Support DC throughput improvements: Analyze current throughput metrics and identify opportunities for improvement in receiving, picking, packing and shipping.
• Work with onsite cross functional teams to develop, automate and ideate process improvements aligned with MPS (Medtronic Performance System) objectives (e.g., - A3 problem-solving, Kaizen events, Value Stream Mapping, DMAIC methodologies).

Requirements

• High School Diploma, Vocational diploma, or equivalent with 4+ years of relevant experience in Supply Chain Logistics (or equivalent experience)
• Associate's Degree with 2+ years experience
• Bachelor's Degree with 1+ years experience
• Experience in logistics engineering, warehouse operations, or a similar role, with experience in warehouse slotting and machine learning.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with proficiency in MS Office Suite and data visualization tools (e.g., PowerBI)
• Experience with Warehouse Management Systems (SAP WMS).
• Knowledge of Lean and Six Sigma principles.
• Experience in Optislot or other slotting tools is preferred.
• SAP WM Slotting Experience preferred.
• Experience with automation and robotics in warehouse environments is preferred.

Benefits

• Health, Dental and vision insurance
• Health Savings Account
• Healthcare Flexible Spending Account
• Life insurance
• Long-term disability leave
• Dependent daycare spending account
• Tuition assistance/reimbursement
• Simple Steps (global well-being program)
• Incentive plans
• 401(k) plan plus employer contribution and match
• Short-term disability
• Paid time off
• Paid holidays
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Employee Assistance Program
• Non-qualified Retirement Plan Supplement (subject to IRS earning minimums)
• Capital Accumulation Plan (available to Vice Presidents and above, or subject to IRS earning minimums)