Logistics Engineer: Process Improvement & Projects

Williams-Sonoma Inc.; Olive Branch (MS); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee discount

401(k)

Health benefits

Paid vacation

Job summary

Williams‑Sonoma, Inc. invites an Engineering professional to join our Olive Branch, MS distribution team. You will analyze distribution processes, justify projects, and manage capital initiatives to improve efficiency and cost effectiveness.

The role requires a bachelor’s in industrial engineering and 1–3 years of related experience, with strong analytical and problem‑solving abilities and a focus on continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in industrial engineering or similar engineering field.
• 1–3 years in a technically related field.
• Strong analytical skills for evaluating distribution processes and identifying areas for improvement.
• Capable of leading and managing projects to improve distribution processes, including planning, proposal, execution, and evaluation.
• Adaptability to changing business requirements and technologies, and strong problem‑solving skills to implement effective solutions.

Responsibilities

• Learn and analyze processes and systems across the supply chain, then leverage best‑practice methods and technologies to improve a fast‑paced retail business.
• Develop skills in project justification including vendor selection, cost‑benefit analysis, and ROI estimation.
• Manage capital projects including requirements gathering, layouts, vendor management, timelines, and budget.
• Maintain the Labor Management Systems in both Distribution and Manufacturing facilities through development of standard operating procedures, time studies, labor standards, and engineering configuration.
• Participate in special projects and other duties as assigned.

Skills

Analytical skills

Project management

Process improvement

Problem solving

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in industrial engineering

Tools

WMS

ERP

LMS

WES

Job description

Williams‑Sonoma, Inc. invites an Engineering professional to join our Olive Branch, MS distribution team. You will analyze distribution processes, justify projects, and manage capital initiatives to improve efficiency and cost effectiveness.

The role requires a bachelor’s in industrial engineering and 1–3 years of related experience, with strong analytical and problem‑solving abilities and a focus on continuous improvement.