Distribution Process Optimization Engineer

Jobtailor; California (MO); On-site; USD 85,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

Avantor seeks a Distribution & Logistics professional to optimize inventory flow and delivery timelines. You will lead distribution projects, apply Lean Six Sigma, and develop forecasting-based solutions across multiple stakeholders.

Required are a college degree in SCM or related field, 3+ years' experience, SAP EWM familiarity, and strong analytics. Travel up to 25% to Avantor distribution centers will be needed.

Qualifications

• College degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, or Industrial Engineering, or equivalent experience preferred.
• 3+ years of directly applicable experience in a similar position preferred.
• SAP EWM experience desired.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, including Access, Excel, PowerPoint, Project, and Word.
• Knowledge and successful implementation of Lean Six Sigma or other process improvement methods and Lean Logistics.
• Excellent project and people management skills.
• Strong understanding of logistics.
• Effective interpersonal, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to motivate associates.
• Self-starter and detail-oriented.
• Ability to manage vendor and business relationships.
• Excellent organizational, decision-making, problem-identification, and resolution skills.
• Ability to travel onsite weekly when needed to nearby Avantor distribution centers.
• Travel up to 25% as needed.

Responsibilities

• Implement new distribution processes, tools, data standards, and distribution strategies to optimize inventory flow and improve delivery timelines.
• Manage distribution-related projects and processes, including performance tracking, process automation, and system enhancements.
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives using Kaizen and Lean methodologies.
• Analyze demand fluctuations, cost trade-offs, supply chain data, and market conditions.
• Develop solutions using forecasting models and distribution analytics tools.
• Communicate with supply chain, procurement, IT, and external parties.
• Manage data, analyze performance, identify problems, and develop logistics management recommendations.
• Clarify and resolve complex business issues.
• Perform data mining, data modeling, data analysis, cost/benefit analysis, process mapping, and problem analysis.
• Research and benchmark warehousing and transportation best practices.
• Interact with process owners and users to obtain feedback and verify performance.
• Optimize resources and processes in compliance with company policies and procedures.
• Write SOPs and training documents for standard work and new processes and systems.
• Perform other duties as assigned

Skills

Supply Chain Management

Lean Six Sigma

Data Analysis

Project Management

Vendor Management

Logistics

Forecasting

Data Mining

Process Mapping

Process Automation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, or Industrial Engineering

Tools

SAP EWM

Microsoft Excel

Access

PowerPoint

Project

Word

Job description

Avantor seeks a Distribution & Logistics professional to optimize inventory flow and delivery timelines. You will lead distribution projects, apply Lean Six Sigma, and develop forecasting-based solutions across multiple stakeholders.

Required are a college degree in SCM or related field, 3+ years' experience, SAP EWM familiarity, and strong analytics. Travel up to 25% to Avantor distribution centers will be needed.