MANAGER, PROCESS ENGINEERING

Position Overview The Manager of Distribution & Industrial Engineering is responsible for driving operational excellence across the distribution network through engineered labor standards, process optimization, capacity modeling, automation integration, and datau2011driven performance improvement. This leader partners closely with Operations, Supply Chain, Finance, and Technology to design and execute strategies that increase throughput, reduce cost, and enhance service reliability. The role blends handsu2011on problem solving with strategic planning, ensuring the network is equipped to meet current and future business demands. Key Responsibilities Operational Engineering & Process Optimization + Analyze endu2011tou2011end distribution workflows to identify bottlenecks, waste, and improvement opportunities. + Design optimized layouts, material flow paths, and storage strategies to maximize space utilization and throughput. + Develop SOPs, process maps, and operational playbooks that ensure consistency and repeatability across sites. Automation & Technology Integration + Evaluate, justify, and implement automation solutions (AMRs, conveyor systems, robotics, palletization, scanning, etc.). + Partner with engineering and vendor teams to validate system performance, acceptance criteria, and ROI. + Lead commissioning, testing, and continuous improvement of automated systems. + Ensure seamless integration between WMS, WES, and automation platforms. Project Leadership + Lead crossu2011functional initiatives from concept through execution, ensuring timelines, budgets, and deliverables are met. + Develop business cases, costu2011benefit analyses, and capital requests for engineering and automation projects. + Facilitate change management, training, and adoption of new processes and technologies. Continuous Improvement & Lean Leadership + Champion Lean methodologies (5S, Kaizen, root cause analysis, standard work). + Build a culture of datau2011driven decision making and operational discipline. + Mentor supervisors, engineers, and analysts in IE tools and problemu2011solving techniques. Qualifications Required + Bacheloru2019s degree in Industrial Engineering, Supply Chain, Operations, or related field. + 5u20138+ years of experience in distribution, fulfillment, manufacturing, or logistics engineering. + Strong expertise in engineered labor standards (MOST, MTM, time studies). + Demonstrated success leading process improvement and automation initiatives. + Proficiency with data analysis tools (Excel, SQL, Power BI/Tableau). + Experience with WMS/WES systems and distribution technology. + Excellent communication skills with the ability to influence at all levels. Preferred + Masteru2019s degree in Engineering, Operations, or Business. + Experience in highu2011volume retail distribution or eu2011commerce fulfillment. + Handsu2011on experience with robotics, AMRs, or advanced automation systems. + Lean Six Sigma certification (Green Belt or higher). + Experience managing or mentoring engineering teams. Success Profile A successful Manager of Distribution & Industrial Engineering is: + Analytical and structured , with a strong command of data and modeling. + Operationally grounded , understanding the realities of flooru2011level execution. + Innovative , bringing forward automation and process solutions that scale. + Influential , able to drive change across diverse teams and stakeholders. + Strategic , balancing longu2011term network design with nearu2011term performance needs. Full time 500 Volvo Parkway,Chesapeake,Virginia 23320 Distribution Center Engineering Dollar Tree

Created: 2026-05-01