Sr. Process Engineer

Avantor; United States; Hybrid; USD 71,000 - 113,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Wellness programs

Health savings account

Flexible spending accounts

401(k) plan with company match

Employee stock purchase program

11 paid holidays

18 PTO days annually

Volunteer time off

6 weeks paid parental leave

Job summary

Avantor is seeking a Sr. Process Engineer to partner with business leaders on select projects and productivity improvements that align with our goals.

The role emphasizes distribution optimization, data-driven decision-making, and cross-functional collaboration across supply chain, procurement, and IT. The ideal candidate has 3+ years in a similar role, with Lean Six Sigma or equivalent experience and SAP EWM proficiency.

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.
• Proficiency with Lean Six Sigma or other process improvement methods and Lean Logistics.
• Strong project and people management skills; able to manage vendor relationships.

Responsibilities

• Implement distribution processes and tools to optimize inventory flow and delivery timelines.
• Manage distribution-related projects and processes, including performance tracking and automation.
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives using Kaizen and Lean methodologies.
• Analyze data to resolve complex logistics issues and develop actionable recommendations.

Skills

Lean Six Sigma

Kaizen

Data analytics

Project management

Vendor management

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management / Logistics / Industrial Engineering

Tools

SAP EWM

MS Office Suite

Job description

The Opportunity:

Avantor is seeking a Sr. Process Engineer to work with business leaders on select projects and productivity process improvements that align with business goals and strategies. The Sr. Process Engineer uses analytical and industrial engineering methods and tools to understand, predict, improve, create and/or control logistics operations and processes. This is a full-time remote/hybrid position with travel up to 25% as needed. Must be able to travel onsite weekly (when needed) to nearby Avantor distribution centers to include those located in: Carpinteria, CA; Bakersfield, CA, Irving, TX; Visalia, CA.

How you will thrive and create an impact:

Contributes to implementing new distribution processes, tools, data standards, or distribution strategies that will optimize inventory flow or improve delivery timelines. Manages distribution related projects and/or processes, including performance tracking, process automation or system enhancements. Leads continuous improvement initiatives through tools like Kaizen and Lean methodologies. Works on problems and issues with a diverse scope, such as demand fluctuations or cost trade-offs, where analysis of information requires evaluation of multiple factors including supply chain data and market conditions. Derives solutions based on limited information and/or precedents, often using forecasting models or distribution analytics tools. Communicates with parties within and outside of the distribution function, including supply chain, procurement, and IT, and external parties. Responsible for data management, analyzing performance, identifying problems, and developing recommendations that support logistics management. Clarify and resolve complex business issues. Manage data through data mining, data modeling, data analysis, cost/benefit analysis, process mapping and/or problem analysis. Perform research and benchmarking on industry best practices related to warehousing and transportation. Systematically interact with process owners and users to obtain feedback and to verify performance. Manage the optimization of resources and processes in compliance with company policies/procedures. Write SOPs and training documents to establish standard work and develop initial documents for new processes and systems. Performs other duties as assigned.

What we’re looking for:

Education: College Degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics or Industrial Engineering or equivalent experience preferred.

Experience: 3+ years of directly applicable experience in a similar position preferred.

Additional Qualifications: SAP EWM experience desired. Proficiency using MS Office Suite including Access, Excel, PowerPoint, Project, Word. Knowledge and successful implementation of Lean Six Sigma or other process improvement methods and Lean Logistics. Requires excellent project and people management skills and a strong understanding of logistics. Ability to motivate associates using effective interpersonal, communication and problem solving skills. Must be a self‑starter, detail oriented and able to manage vendor/business relationships. Excellent organizational, decision‑making, problem identification and resolution skills.

Disclaimer:

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of employees assigned to this position.

Why Avantor?

Avantor is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Dare to go further in your career. Join our global team of 14,000+ associates whose passion for discovery and determination to overcome challenges relentlessly advances life‑changing science. The work we do changes people's lives for the better. It brings new patient treatments and therapies to market, giving a cancer survivor the chance to walk his daughter down the aisle. It enables medical devices that help a little boy hear his mom’s voice for the first time. Outcomes such as these create unlimited opportunities for you to contribute your talents, learn new skills and grow your career at Avantor. We are committed to helping you on this journey through our diverse, equitable and inclusive culture which includes learning experiences to support your career growth and success. At Avantor, dare to go further and see how the impact of your contributions set science in motion to create a better world.

Pay Transparency:

The expected pre‑tax pay for this position is $70,500.00 - $113,275.00. Actual pay may differ depending on relevant factors such as prior experience and geographic location.

EEO Statement:

We are an Equal Employment/Affirmative Action employer and VEVRAA Federal Contractor. We do not discriminate in hiring on the basis of sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religious creed, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected Veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state/province, or local law. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact us by email at [e-mail] and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Requests for accommodation will be considered on a case‑by‑case basis. Please note that only inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this email address. For more information about equal employment opportunity protections, please view the Know Your Rights poster.

3rd Party Non‑Solicitation Policy:

By submitting candidates without having been formally assigned on and contracted for a specific job requisition by Avantor, or by failing to comply with the Avantor recruitment process, you forfeit any fee on the submitted candidates, regardless of your usual terms and conditions. Avantor works with a preferred supplier list and will take the initiative to engage with recruitment agencies based on its needs and will not be accepting any form of solicitation.

Benefits:

• medical coverage
• dental coverage
• vision coverage
• wellness programs
• health savings
• flexible spending accounts
• 401(k) plan with company match
• employee stock purchase program

• 11 paid holidays
• 18 PTO days annually
• eligible for volunteer time off
• 6 weeks of 100% paid parental leave (except in states that offer paid family leave)

Avantor Overview:

Avantor®, a Fortune 500 company, is a leading global provider of mission‑critical products and services to customers in the biopharma, healthcare, education & government, and advanced technologies & applied materials industries. Our portfolio is used in virtually every stage of the most important research, development and production activities in the industries we serve. One of our greatest strengths comes from having a global infrastructure that is strategically located to support the needs of our customers. Our global footprint enables us to serve more than 225,000 customer locations and gives us extensive access to research laboratories and scientists in more than 180 countries. We set science in motion to create a better world.