Senior Manager, Fulfillment Automation & Optimization

We inspire purpose-filled living that brings joy to the modern home. With a team of more than 8,000 associates spanning 130 store and distribution locations across the U.S. and Canada, we achieve together, drive results and innovate to inspire. Drawn together by a shared passion for our customers and a spirit of fun, we deliver high-quality home furnishings that are expertly designed, responsibly sourced and bring beauty and function to people’s homes. From the day we opened our first store in Chicago in 1962 to the digital innovations that engage millions of customers today, our iconic brand is nearly 60 years in the making—and our story is still unfolding.

 

The Senior Manager, Fulfillment Automation & Optimization is responsible for developing and executing strategic vision for ecommerce operation to drive process and capacity improvement, growth and scalability via automation, structural and systemic enhancements. This role requires a strategic mindset, strong analytical skills, and a proven track record in implementing process improvement initiatives. This role will be responsible for the execution of the company’s capital and supply chain strategy for conveyable operation through the design, implementation, and maintenance of best-in-class solutions to enable world class quality and delivery to our customers. The successful candidate will collaborate with peer leadership groups within the organization as part of a cohesive strategy supporting the overall company goals.

 

A day in the life as a Senior Manager, Fulfillment Automation & Optimization... 

• Develop and execute eCommerce facility automation roadmap, process and continuous improvement

• Improve distribution center processes by applying industry leading technologies, equipment, and material handling solutions

• Develop business case analyses and financial models to support project solutions by demonstrating an ability to gather and interpret complex data

• Develop and implement effective labor planning strategies to optimize workforce utilization and minimize labor costs

• Define and document best practices in Standard Operation Procedures (SOPs)

• Serve as primary point of contact for the training, implementation, & maintenance of Labor Management System

• Identify, analyze, and implement process enhancements to eliminate waste and improve productivity

What you'll bring to the table...

• Ability to present concepts behind engineered solutions, implications of financial data, and define key measures of success

• Proficiency in  warehouse management, labor management systems, and warehouse automation

• Excellent business, financial acumen, and interpersonal skills

• Understanding of time study, ergonomics, and engineering software to drive results

We'd love to hear from you if you have...

• A minimum of 7 years of previous experience in the engineering field. Preferred experience in distribution, warehousing, supply chain, or manufacturing

• Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Mechatronics Engineering or equivalent experience

• Background in Lean and 6Sigma methodologies (Green/Black Belt certification is a plus)

• AutoCAD, Excel, PowerPoint, and Visio, preferred

• Working knowledge of industrial facility design

 

Euromarket Designs, Inc., which does business as Crate and Barrel and CB2, will be referred to as “the Company”. The Company is deeply committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process, or in order to perform the essential functions of a position, please contact the location you are applying to here and ask to speak with a manager regarding the nature of your request.

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