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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Senior Logistics Data Engineer - **Company:** Volvo Cars - **Location:** Ridgeville, SC, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Application Programming Interfaces (APIs), ASC X12 Standards, Software Applications, Data Governance, Data Presentation, UN Electronic Data Interchange for Administration Commerce and Transport, Global Distribution Systems, Python (Programming Language), Network Planning and Design, Power BI, Software Configuration Management, SQL Databases, Systems Integration, Data Processing, Microsoft Power Automate, Snowflake, Data Lakes, Information Technology, Data Analytics, Data Management - **Published:** September 11, 2026 - **Apply:** https://jobs.volvocars.com/talentcommunity/apply/1435976133/?locale=en_US ## About the Role * Experience: 7+ years of combined experience in business intelligence or systems management, paired with hands-on experience in supply chain operations, transport management, or finished vehicle logistics. * Education: University degree in Engineering, Business, Computer Science, Logistics, or Supply Chain (or equivalent practical experience). Technical Skills * Advanced Analytics: Proven experience querying enterprise data lakes (Snowflake / SQL) and building scalable PowerBI reporting architectures. * Logistics Systems: Deep functional familiarity with Transportation Management Systems (TMS), enterprise integrations (EDI ANSI X12 / EDIFACT, APIs), and supply chain workflows. * Strategic Mindset: Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills, with a proven ability to turn operational friction into structured digital solutions. * Executive Communication: Outstanding ability to articulate technical strategies to non-technical operational leaders and executive stakeholders. Professional Competencies * Analytical Thinking: Strong problem-solving abilities with a track record of addressing complex operational challenges through data. * Communication: Ability to convey technical and analytical concepts clearly to non-technical business partners and executive stakeholders. * Self-Drive: High inner drive, proactive mindset, and the ability to take full ownership of deliverables in a fast-paced global environment., Volvo Car is an equal opportunity employer. The successful candidate must be legally authorized to work in the US without sponsorship. ## Description As Outbound Logistics accelerates its digital transformation, we are evolving from foundational IT integration to continuous software optimization, predictive intelligence, and operational scalability. The Senior Logistics Data Engineer serves as a key bridge between global logistics operations, digital infrastructure, and executive decision-making. In this high-impact role, you will own the functional lifecycle and operational implementation of our Transportation Management Systems (TMS) and digital logistics solutions. Beyond platform governance, you will set the strategy for our logistics data architecture-leveraging cloud data lakes (Snowflake) to design scalable Business Intelligence frameworks, automate enterprise reporting, and unlock strategic efficiencies across our global distribution network., 1. Digital Platform Leadership & Implementation Governance * Lead System Implementation: Direct the functional deployment, integration, and continuous improvement of TMS platforms and software applications across global outbound operations. * Architect Integration Reliability: Partner with enterprise IT, software vendors, and external transport partners to oversee integration channels (EDI/API), ensuring seamless data orchestration and high system integrity across the supply chain. * Manage Master Data Governance: Establish and enforce master data standards, routing logic, and system configurations to safeguard network precision and operational performance. * Drive Functional Enhancements: Serve as the primary business owner for software change management, defining functional requirements, leading User Acceptance Testing (UAT), and managing vendor roadmaps. 2. Lead Business Intelligence & Predictive Analytics * Data Lake Exploitation: Extract, model, and analyze complex supply chain datasets within our cloud data architecture (Snowflake) to identify network bottlenecks, cost-reduction levers, and capacity opportunities. * Architect BI Ecosystems: Design and deploy enterprise PowerBI visual intelligence solutions that transform raw operational metrics into actionable executive dashboards and strategic reporting tools. * Automate Operational Workflows: Lead process-automation initiatives (utilizing Power Automate, Python, or SQL frameworks) to eliminate manual data handling and elevate operational velocity. * Strategic Data Storytelling: Translate complex data models into strategic insights and business cases for executive leadership to influence network design and logistics strategy 3. Cross-Functional Strategy & Execution * Lead regional deployment teams (US, Europe, China), IT stakeholders, and external software vendors to execute the broader logistics digitization roadmap. * Guide management in strategic decision-making by providing data-driven recommendations on transport flows and network design. * Operational Change Management: Empower regional operations teams by championing software adoption, developing standard operating frameworks, and elevating organizational data literacy. ## Related Videos - [Beyond Dashboards: Fixing Text-to-SQL with Semantic RAG](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/2036-beyond-dashboards-fixing-text-to-sql-with-semantic-rag) - [Empowering Retail Through Applied Machine Learning](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/976-empowering-retail-through-applied-machine-learning) - [Remote Driving on Plant Grounds with State-of-the-Art Cloud Technologies](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/251-remote-driving-on-plant-grounds-with-state-of-the-art-cloud-technologies) - [How Cisco embraced a DevOps culture within its network engineering team](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/99-how-cisco-embraced-a-devops-culture-within-its-network-engineering-team) - [How to develop an autonomous car end-to-end: Robotic Drive and the mobility revolution](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/22-how-to-develop-an-autonomous-car-end-to-end-robotic-drive-and-the-mobility-revolution) - [Tracking vehicles at scale](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1999-tracking-vehicles-at-scale) ## Related Articles - [Highest Paying Tech Companies for Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/220-highest-paying-tech-companies-for-developers) - [How software is steering vehicle technology](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/515-how-software-is-steering-vehicle-technology) - [Data Engineer Salary UK](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/253-data-engineer-salary-uk) - [Fully Remote Software Engineer Jobs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/447-fully-remote-software-engineer-jobs) - [7 Most Popular Web Developer Jobs in Europe](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/163-7-most-popular-web-developer-jobs-in-europe) - [The Most Popular IT Jobs on the Market](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/376-the-most-popular-it-jobs-on-the-market)