Identify, evaluate, and implement automation and technology solutions that align with cost savings opportunities across our network of warehouses
Lead a team of deployment leaders to deploy and optimize automation across warehouse process paths
Create and develop the automation process strategy across the OmniChannel Retail and Ecommerce divisions
Partner with regional leadership to build regional commitments for automation / adaptive technology budget improvements
Collaborate with operations, engineering, and finance teams to build business cases for automation investments
Lead the design and deployment of scalable automation pilots and full-scale implementations
Lead vendor management negotiations to provide the best cost structure and results
Develop and maintain a roadmap of innovation initiatives aligned with strategic business goals
Manage automation pipeline to achieve automation P&L goals
Evaluate emerging technologies and vendors to ensure best-in-class solutions are considered
Establish and track KPIs to measure the impact of implemented solutions on cost, productivity, and service
Create frameworks for site-level innovation assessments and solution standardization
Facilitate cross-functional workshops to uncover pain points and ideate innovative solutions
Partner with IT and data teams to ensure seamless integration of automation systems
Oversee the complete portfolio of automation deployments and support change management and training efforts

Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering, Supply Chain, or a related field
7 years of experience in supply chain, logistics, or industrial automation, with at least 3 years in a leadership role
Proven experience leading dispersed teams and managing in matrixed environments
Proven track record of identifying and implementing automation solutions in warehouses or distribution environments
Strong understanding of warehouse operations, cost drivers, and ROI modeling
Experience managing cross-functional projects with measurable performance outcomes
Familiarity with automation technologies such as robotics, AS/RS, conveyor systems, and AGVs
Strong experience in leading process automation functions by building governance, principles, processes and methodologies
Master’s degree in Industrial Engineering, Supply Chain, or a related field (preferred)
Experience with Warehouse Management Systems (WMS), order routing, and process optimization (preferred)
Exposure to Lean Six Sigma methodologies (preferred)
Vendor management and contract negotiation experience (preferred)

Director of Operations Solutions – 1st Shift

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