Distribution Center Optimization Project Manager

Daimler Truck North America LLC

Fort Mill (SC)

Hybrid

USD 104,000 - 133,000

Full time

8 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus program

401k with company match up to 6%

4 weeks paid vacation

9 public holidays

6–8 weeks parental leave?

Employee assistance program

Healthcare plans and wellness programs

Onsite fitness (where available)

Tuition assistance

Volunteer paid time off

Disability plans

Job summary

Daimler Truck North America LLC seeks a Project Manager with distribution operations background to lead process optimization in a fast-paced Parts Distribution Center environment. You will identify bottlenecks, improve material and information flow, and drive continuous improvement initiatives across warehouse operations and IT teams.

The role emphasizes Lean Six Sigma, data-driven decisions, and the exploration of AI-enabled solutions.

Qualifications

5 years of experience leading operational optimization or continuous improvement projects.
Warehouse leadership experience or direct warehouse operations experience.
Strong experience within distribution center, warehouse, or supply chain operations environments.
Demonstrated ability to independently manage multiple projects and priorities in a fast‑paced operational environment.
Experience analyzing operational data and translating findings into actionable process improvements.

Responsibilities

Lead cross-functional optimization projects focused on warehouse operations, material flow, labor productivity, inventory movement, and operational efficiency.
Partner with operations leadership and frontline teams to identify process bottlenecks, flow disruptors, and operational pain points.
Analyze current-state workflows and develop data-driven recommendations for process improvements.
Drive continuous improvement initiatives using Lean, Six Sigma, and Industrial Engineering methodologies.
Identify opportunities to leverage AI, automation, and advanced analytics to improve operational performance and decision-making.
Support warehouse layout optimization, slotting strategies, storage utilization, and labor balancing initiatives.
Develop project plans, timelines, business cases, and implementation strategies for operational improvements.
Coordinate with IT, engineering, warehouse systems, and operational stakeholders to execute improvement initiatives.
Monitor project performance, KPIs, and ROI metrics to ensure expected benefits are achieved.
Facilitate change management activities and support operational adoption of new processes and technologies.
Conduct operational studies related to throughput, travel reduction, staffing models, productivity, and process standardization.
Present findings, recommendations, and project updates to leadership teams in a clear and professional manner.
Ability and willingness to travel up to 25% as needed to support business operations and stakeholder engagement.