Automation Logistics Lead – WMS & DC Solutions

Kimberly-Clark; Illinois; Hybrid; USD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Kimberly-Clank seeks a Logistics Systems COE professional to lead automation-enabled WMS implementations in large distribution centers. You will partner with IT, operations, and automation vendors to define requirements, perform testing, and drive successful rollouts.

You’ll work with mills and 3PLs to optimize materials handling, maintain safety standards, and support cost improvement programs. A bachelor’s degree and strong data skills are required, with up to 50% travel and hybrid work

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in software engineering, Information Science, Supply Chain, Engineering or related field.
• Knowledge of or willingness/ability to learn analytical tools such as SQL, Tableau, Microsoft Access, and SAS
• Prior WMS, distribution and/or automation experience
• Ability to analyze and problem solve complex data and identify root causes or areas of opportunity
• Solid written and verbal communication skills, especially around complex topics
• Enthusiasm for new challenges and an ability to take clear ownership of responsibilities
• Ability to collaborate with and leverage diverse resources to achieve results
• Travel up to 50% depending on project assignments

Responsibilities

• Lead/Partner with automation and software vendors, site leadership and internal project teams to implement automation focused capabilities in the Blue Yonder WMS system.
• Define technical system requirements, configuration, testing and implementation of transactional and automated operational distribution systems and processes in large regional CPG DCs.
• Work with site leadership, project managers and automation consultants on change management and process integration with existing WMS.
• Serve as key contact and functional expert for mills and 3PLs to assess materials handling and automated solutions.
• Develop a scope and depth of knowledge in safety, quality, and automated materials handling to drive innovative solutions.
• Support automated cost improvement programs to meet Customer Logistics and Mills cost objectives.
• Create new tools, reports or perform ad hoc analysis for logistics objectives.

Skills

SQL

Tableau

SAS

WMS

Automation

Problem solving

Communication

Collaboration

Travel 50%

Education

Bachelor’s degree in software engineering, Information Science, Supply Chain, Engineering or related field

Tools

SAP Distribution

SAP EWM

Fourkites Dynamic Yard

Job description

Kimberly-Clank seeks a Logistics Systems COE professional to lead automation-enabled WMS implementations in large distribution centers. You will partner with IT, operations, and automation vendors to define requirements, perform testing, and drive successful rollouts.

You’ll work with mills and 3PLs to optimize materials handling, maintain safety standards, and support cost improvement programs. A bachelor’s degree and strong data skills are required, with up to 50% travel and hybrid work