Operations Specialist, Warehouse and Distribution

About the role

This role focuses on improving warehouse productivity, inventory accuracy, operational efficiency, and service performance through process optimization and data-driven decision-making. The position requires experience in warehouse operations, logistics processes, KPI analysis, and continuous improvement methodologies in a fast-paced distribution environment.

Responsibilities

• Analyze warehouse and distribution workflows to identify operational enhancement opportunities.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives to enhance productivity, inventory accuracy, and order fulfillment performance.
• Assist in process mapping and workflow standardization.
• Conduct root cause analysis for operational issues and process bottlenecks.
• Collaborate with warehouse operations, transportation, inventory control, and customer service teams to improve end-to-end operations.
• Support implementation and optimization of Warehouse Management Systems (WMS) and operational technologies.
• Partner with SCM Operational Efficiency and Business Intelligence teams on system projects and reporting tools.
• Participate in Lean, Six Sigma, Kaizen, and process improvement projects.
• Assist with warehouse layout optimization and space utilization initiatives.
• Ensure compliance with safety procedures, operational standards, and company policies.
• Prepare operational reports, dashboards, and presentations for management review.
• Support peak operations planning and operational readiness activities.
• Hands-on participant in operational enhancements.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree required in supply chain management, Logistics, Operations Management, Industrial Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum of 6 years of relative experience in warehousing, distribution, logistics operations, or operational excellence roles.
• Experience with KPI tracking and operational reporting required.
• Basic knowledge of warehouse and distribution center operations required.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills required.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and reporting tools required.
• Good communication and stakeholder coordination skills required.
• Ability to travel domestically and internationally.

Qualifications

• Lean Six Sigma Green Belt certification preferred.
• Experience with WMS platforms such as SAP EWM, Manhattan, Oracle WMS, or Blue Yonder preferred.
• Familiarity with Power BI is an advantage.

Benefits

• Competitive salaries, annual bonus and 401(k) with company match
• Comprehensive medical, dental, vision coverage effective on start date
• 24/7 Employee Assistance Program
• Free live and on-demand Wellbeing Programs
• Generous Paid Vacation and Sick Time
• Paid Parental Leave and Adoption Assistance
• 12 Paid Holidays
• On-Site Child Daycare, Café, Fitness Center
• Paid volunteering and charitable donation/match programs
• Employee Resource Groups
• Dedicated Training Resources and Learning & Development Programs
• Paid Educational Assistance