Operations Optimization Analyst, OSC

NewCold Melbourne; Lebanon (IN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Supportive environment

Professional growth opportunities

Impact and innovation

Challenging, meaningful work in cold‑s

Employee well‑being

Job summary

NewCold is seeking an Operations Optimization Analyst, OSC to drive performance and continuous improvement of automated storage and picking operations across North America. You will optimize High-Bay, Detail Pick, and Layer Pick, standardize inventory strategies, and support AI-driven solutions for scalable operations.

The role collaborates with WMS and IT teams to define processes, analyze SKU velocity, and develop SOPs to ensure efficient, sustainable day-to-day operations across sites in a

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or 4+ years of relevant experience without a degree.
• Experience with automated storage and retrieval systems (AS/RS) or high-bay warehouse environments.

Responsibilities

• Analyze High-Bay, Detail Pick, and Layer Pick performance to identify bottlenecks and optimization opportunities.
• Partner with WMS/IT to standardize North American processes for putaway, allocation, and reshuffle profiles.
• Develop and test AI-driven solutions and support successful adoption across sites.

Skills

AS/RS knowledge

High-bay optimization

Data analysis

WMS & IT collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree

4+ years experience without degree

Tools

Automated storage systems

Inventory optimization tools

Job description

AboutNewCold

NewCold is a global leader in advanced food logistics. Our warehousesand transport network sit at the center of the food supply chain. Connectingthe world’s major food manufacturers with retailers and food service providers.

Our goal is to keep the world’s food fresh and safe with our proprietarytechnologies and innovative solutions.

NewCold designs, builds, and operates state-of-the-art cold storagefacilities that are highly automated. We push the boundaries of logistics with end-to-endstorage and transport operations that add greater resilience, efficiency, andsustainability to supply chains on four continents. And we are growing rapidly.

To support our rapid growth, we’re constantly looking for talentedpeople to join our team. Want to be a part of a dynamic, forward-thinkingenvironment? Join us!

Your role as a Operations Optimization Analyst, OSC

Key responsibilities:

Position Overview

The Operations Optimization Analyst, OSC drives the performance and continuous improvement of automated
storage and picking operations across North America. This role is responsible for optimizing High-Bay, Detail Pick,
and Layer Pick solutions, standardizing inventory management strategies, and ensuring systems remain efficient,
scalable, and aligned with operational demands.
The position also supports the development, testing, and implementation of AI-driven solutions, leveraging data
and operational expertise to improve performance, standardize processes, and support successful solution
adoption across sites.

Roles and Responsibilities

• Automated Picking & High-Bay Optimization
  • Analyze High-Bay, Detail Pick, and Layer Pick system performance to identify operational constraints, inefficiencies, and optimization opportunities.
  • Evaluate storage utilization, inventory flow, replenishment activity, and picking behaviors to improve automated system performance and throughput.
  • Identify trends contributing to congestion, inventory reshuffling, suboptimal inventory placement, and reduced picking efficiency.
  • Partner with site operations teams to investigate performance issues and implement data-driven solutions that improve inventory flow and overall high-bay health.
• Data Analysis & Operational Performance
  • Partner with WMS and IT teams to establish standardized North American processes for putaway, allocation, and reshuffle profiles while accommodating justified site-specific requirements.
  • Analyze SKU velocity, inventory characteristics, storage utilization, order patterns, and operational demand to optimize system configurations and inventory strategies.
  • Develop performance metrics, monitoring tools, and analytical methods to proactively identify operational issues and drive continuous improvement.
  • Create and maintain Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), Detailed Work Instructions (DWIs), and best practices to support consistent execution across sites.
• AI & Project Support
  • Support automation and AI-related projects through requirements gathering, solution testing, commissioning, operational readiness, and post-go-live stabilization activities.
  • Evaluate current-state operations and define future-state requirements to support the successful implementation of AI-driven and automated solutions.
  • Design initial pick floor layouts using customer order data and wave planning strategies to optimize inventory placement and Layer Pick-to-Manual Pick floor allocation.
  • Develop and execute testing and validation plans, analyze results, provide recommendations, and support the transition of successful solutions into sustainable day-to-day operations.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree and 2+ years of relevant industry experience, or 4+ years of relevant industry experience without a degree.
• Experience working with automated storage and retrieval systems (AS/RS), high-bay warehouse environments, or other warehouse automation technologies.

Who we are looking for

We are seeking motivated and forward-thinking individuals who thrive incollaborative and fast-moving environments. Our ideal candidate has:

Why join NewCold?

At NewCold, our people are our most valuable asset. We take pride in ourteam-oriented culture, where innovation and collaboration are at the heart ofeverything we do.
What we offer:

• A supportive and collaborative environment.
• The opportunity for professional growth in a fast-scaling, international company.
• The chance to have real impact and innovate alongside other bright minds.
• The challenge of transforming the future of cold storage and food logistics.
• A strong commitment to employee well-being.

Whether you’re a seasoned expert or just starting your career, NewColdprovides the opportunities and challenges that allow you to grow and excel.Ready to turn your curiosity into impact?

Can we welcome you on board as our new Operations Optimization Analyst, OSC and help continueour successful growth?

NewCold provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, ancestry, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, religion, age, disability, gender identity, results of genetic testing, medical condition (including cancer and genetic characteristics), or service in the military. Equal employment opportunity applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leave of absence, compensation, and training.

NewCold expressly prohibits any form of unlawful employee harassment or discrimination based on any of the characteristics mentioned above. Improper interference with the ability of other employees to perform their expected job duties is absolutely not tolerated.