Global Distribution Continuous Improvement Leader

MKS Inc.; Andover (MA); On-site; USD 135,000 - 225,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) with company match

12 paid holidays

Sick time

15 paid vacation days

Parental leave (6 weeks)

Job summary

MKS Inc. seeks a Senior Manager, Global Distribution Continuous Improvement to lead cross-site optimization of warehousing space, throughput, and efficiency.

You will partner with Global Logistics, 3PL, Trade Management, Quality and IT to validate issues and implement solutions across all warehouses. Responsibilities include deploying Lean to boost space usage, reducing cycle times, establishing standard work and KPIs, and mentoring warehouse teams.

Qualifications

• Experience in distribution, warehousing or global logistics operations.
• Strong analytic skills with KPIs, dashboards and data visualization.
• Proven ability to drive change across cross-functional stakeholders.
• Experience with multi-site/global operations and 3PL partners.

Responsibilities

• Develop a long-term strategy to optimize warehousing space and efficiencies.
• Deploy Lean solutions to gain space and material travel efficiency.
• Lead high-impact initiatives focusing on cost reduction and service improvement.
• Select storage systems and drive end-to-end implementation.
• Improve warehouse efficiency, order fulfillment, and inventory accuracy.
• Establish standard work, KPIs and dashboards for global distribution.
• Quantify benefits and track savings, ROI and risk reduction.
• Ensure initiatives align with budgets and deliver measurable ROI.
• Champion cubic feet density improvements across locations.
• Lead and mentor warehouse teams to foster a problem-solving culture.

Skills

Strategic vision

Lean deployment

Cost reduction

Storage systems

5S & Visual Management

Mentoring teams

KPI dashboards

ABC/XYZ analysis

Cross-functional leadership

Industrial engineering background

Leadership experience

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Operations, Engineering, Supply Chain, or related field

MBA or advanced degree

Job description

MKS Inc. seeks a Senior Manager, Global Distribution Continuous Improvement to lead cross-site optimization of warehousing space, throughput, and efficiency.

You will partner with Global Logistics, 3PL, Trade Management, Quality and IT to validate issues and implement solutions across all warehouses. Responsibilities include deploying Lean to boost space usage, reducing cycle times, establishing standard work and KPIs, and mentoring warehouse teams.