Data-Driven Distribution Engineer: Center Optimization

Vans; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 96,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

VF Corporation, including Vans, is seeking an Industrial Engineer to identify, develop, and implement initiatives that boost productivity, throughput, and safety in our distribution centers. You will partner with operations and leadership to drive data-driven continuous improvements.

A Bachelor's in Engineering is required; strong communication, collaboration, and analytical skills are essential. Travel up to 25% and proficiency with Microsoft Office are expected.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering (Industrial Engineering preferred).
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Aptitude for systems and systematic work.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Ability to travel up to 25%.
• Preferred: Understanding of AI tools and their practical applications.
• Proficiency in CAD software.
• Experience with distribution center systems, including warehouse management system, warehouse execution system, labor management system.

Responsibilities

• Develop a comprehensive understanding of the distribution center’s systems, including automation and warehouse management systems.
• Identify continuous improvement projects, and leverage lead methodologies to implement changes that improve productivity, throughput and safety.
• Use data and analytics to identify bottlenecks and areas of opportunity.
• Propose enhancements to the building’s automated systems to improve service metrics, performance, and reliability.
• Collaborate with management to develop and maintain cost control systems that allow the building to meet its budgeted cost.
• Assist in implementing labor management standards for hourly work functions, including evaluating existing standards and developing new ones.
• Evaluate current use of equipment, or deployment of new automated equipment to improve productivity, throughput and safety.
• Support buildings within the Americas region, as well as network-wide initiatives to drive operational improvements and cost reduction.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Cross-functional collaboration

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Microsoft Office

Travel up to 25%

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering (Industrial Engineering preferred)

Tools

CAD software

Warehouse Management System

Warehouse Execution System

Labor Management System

AI tools

Job description

VF Corporation, including Vans, is seeking an Industrial Engineer to identify, develop, and implement initiatives that boost productivity, throughput, and safety in our distribution centers. You will partner with operations and leadership to drive data-driven continuous improvements.

A Bachelor's in Engineering is required; strong communication, collaboration, and analytical skills are essential. Travel up to 25% and proficiency with Microsoft Office are expected.