The Industrial Engineer develops improvements in a large, national multi-distribution center network. Provides analytical support and executes change initiatives with a significant impact to the organization.\nDo you love . . . making recommendations to increase productivity? \nAre you energized by . . .ensuring successful execution of process efficiency activities? \nDo you enjoy . . . conducting forecasting and modeling to support strategic decision-making?

ACCOUNTABILITIES
IDENTIFY PRODUCTIVITY IMPROVEMENTS

Support designing new facilities, facility retrofits, conveyor changes and other material handling equipment changes

Recommend process improvement opportunities by addressing all aspects of a process, including people, procedure, systems and equipment

Assist with transportation optimization initiatives

Maintain and enhance Kohl's labor management program through monitoring of productivity and efficiency

Refine labor management program best methods and procedures, time and motion study, coaching and general program maintenance

SUPPORT DISTRIBUTION CENTERS THROUGH PLANNING AND ANALYSIS

Support strategic planning and analysis through forecasting, capacity modeling and network modeling

Provide budget reports, negotiate pricing, monitor and report to Leadership

COORDINATE PROJECT ACTIVITIES TO IMPLEMENT PRODUCTIVITY IMPROVEMENTS

Implement improvements by coordinating the activities of vendors, internal resources and customers

Adhere to budget, schedule, design and coordinate a wide variety of logistics improvement projects

Oversee vendor performance (timing, schedule and budget)

PROVIDE TECHNICAL TROUBLESHOOTING FOR DISTRIBUTION CENTER SYSTEMS

Provide troubleshooting support for vendor systems and specific material handling equipment downtime for the operational needs of distribution centers

Support the engineering needs of a distribution center by being the subject matter expert for all material handling equipment within the facility

QUALIFICATIONS

REQUIRED

Experience with statistical analysis, work measurement and process analysis

Demonstrated initiative and drive

Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite

Ability to multitask across multiple projects

Strong critical thinking skills

PREFERRED

Bachelor's Degree in Industrial Engineering or Supply Chain Management

Previous experience in distribution/manufacturing engineering

Confident decision making and leadership skills

AutoCAD experience

Previous experience with SQL

Ability to relocate

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

On-call responsibility and flexible schedule

Occasional travel, including overnight to support peak business operations