Senior Logistics Engineer

About the role

As a Senior Logistics Engineer, you will lead the design, optimization, and transformation of complex logistics networks and supply chain solutions. You will own end-to-end engineering initiatives, drive strategic cost and service improvements, and act as a subject matter expert across multiple customers and verticals. You will partner with commercial, operations, and senior leadership to develop scalable, data-driven solutions, support large RFQs and solution design, and ensure alignment with DSV’s long-term growth strategy.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end design of complex logistics solutions (multi-modal, multi-node networks)
• Own engineering workstreams for large-scale RFQs and strategic accounts
• Serve as technical SME during customer engagements, solution presentations, and implementations
• Drive network optimization initiatives (transport, warehouse, inventory positioning)
• Build and validate cost models, pricing assumptions, and scenario analyses
• Lead cross-functional project teams (Ops, IT, Commercial, Finance)
• Mentor and guide junior logistics engineers
• Define and standardize engineering methodologies, tools, and templates
• Identify and implement automation, digitalization, and advanced analytics opportunities
• Engage in continuous improvement at a network/portfolio level, not just project level
• Influence senior stakeholders and support strategy development

Requirements

• A bachelor's degree in industrial engineering, logistics, supply chain management, or a related field is required
• A master's degree in a related field is preferred
• 7–10+ years in logistics engineering / supply chain design
• Demonstrated ability to lead complex projects end-to-end

Skills

• Ability to translate business strategy into supply chain design
• Strong stakeholder management (internal + external)
• Executive level communication and presentation skills
• Advanced modeling (network optimization, cost-to-serve)
• Scenario modeling and sensitivity analysis
• Strong financial acumen (margin, pricing, ROI)
• Advanced proficiency in SQL, Python (or similar analytics tools) and Visualization tools (Tableau / Power BI)
• Network design tools

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree in industrial engineering, logistics, supply chain management, or a related field
• Experience with lean manufacturing or Six Sigma methodologies
• Certification in supply chain management, such as APICS or CSCMP
• Experience in logistics operations or management

Language Skills

Fluency in English (written and verbal). Fluency in additional languages is a plus

Computer Literacy

Proficiency in data analysis tools, such as Excel, SQL, and Tableau, is required. Experience with process modeling and simulation software, such as Arena or FlexSim, is a plus.

Pay

For this position, the expected base pay range is $102,312 - $127,890 annually. Actual compensation will be determined based on job-related factors such as relevant experience, skills, education, certifications, and geographic location, in accordance with applicable laws and company policy.