Linde · 7 hours ago
Distribution Development Specialist
Tonawanda, NY
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
$89K/yr - $130K/yr
2+ years expLinde is a leading global industrial gases and engineering company, and they are seeking an AI and Logistics Optimization Specialist to enhance their national distribution network. The role involves leveraging AI and advanced analytics to improve efficiency, reduce costs, and support strategic decision-making within logistics operations.
Health CareIndustrialIndustrial EngineeringManufacturingMedicalOil and GasSustainability
Responsibilities
You will create tools using AI and other methods to support/predict decisions for the national distribution group and will identify new and exciting opportunities to meet the business goals of minimizing cost while promoting safety and sustainability
You will support the team and create new ways to support distribution goals and strategies to solve problems through technology
You will participate in the hands-on development of tools to improve operational efficiency and optimize distribution routing
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify opportunities for process improvement and cost reduction across the national logistics network
Design, develop, and implement analytical tools to support data-driven decision-making
Lead and support projects focused on network optimization, route efficiency, inventory management, and production planning
Apply heuristic modeling and advanced analytics to solve complex logistics and supply chain challenges
Ensure high standards of data quality and integrity across logistics systems and tools
Analyze large datasets to uncover trends, inefficiencies, and opportunities for improvement
Provide actionable insights and recommendations to logistics leadership based on data analysis and modeling
Develop and implement new technologies and systems to enhance logistics operations
Serve as a key contributor throughout the software development lifecycle
Keep up to date with the latest technology and research related to machine learning, AI, and optimization modeling
Assist in the creation of standard operating procedures and best practices for logistics planning and execution
Communicate findings and project updates to stakeholders at various levels of the organization
Up to 10% travel may be required
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's Degree required; preferably in IT, software development, productivity, logistics/supply chain
2 years development experience required using data visualization tools such as Tableau, Power BI, and Excel, writing SQL, programming for models using Python, C++, or Java, and modeling with GAMS
Demonstrated success executing projects and meeting or beating completion goal timelines
Working knowledge in working with databases, data structures, data modeling, and data processing
Familiarity with inventory and production optimization strategies
Excellent communication and collaboration skills
Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities in a fast-paced environment
Preferred
Master's Degree in IT, Supply Chain Management or a related field is strongly preferred
Experience in logistics, supply chain, or operations research preferred
Experience with Transportation Management Systems (TMS), ERP (JDE, SAP), and CRM systems preferred
Benefits
Health, dental, disability, and life insurance
Paid holidays and vacation
401(k) matching
Pension benefits
An employee discount program
Opportunities for educational and professional growth
Company
Linde
Linde is an engineering company that supplies industrial, process, and specialty gases. It is a sub-organization of Linde Advanced Material Technologies.
10001+ employees
H1B Sponsorship
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$889.66M2025-02-18Post Ipo Debt· $889.66M
2018-10-29IPO
2007-05-31Acquired
Leadership Team
Sanjiv Lamba
Chief Executive Officer
Sean Durbin
Executive Vice President
Recent News
2025-12-19
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