Sr. Industrial Engineer, Distribution Center Process Development

About Rivian

Rivianis on a mission to keep the world adventurous forever. This goes for the emissions-free Electric Adventure Vehicles we build, and the curious, courageous souls we seek to attract.

As a company, we constantly challenge what’s possible, never simply accepting what has always been done. We reframe old problems, seek new solutions and operate comfortably in areas that are unknown. Our backgrounds are diverse, but our team shares a love of the outdoors and a desire to protect it for future generations.

The Sr. Industrial Engineer, Distribution Center Process Development is responsible for the development, implementation, and management of Rivian’s standardized warehouse processes. This role is a critical contributor to the strategic and day-to-day operations of the distribution operations and business teams and will require initiative, independent judgement, and cross-team collaboration. This role requires partnership with IT to define business requirements and complete projects within a compressed timeline.

The ideal candidate has a bias to action, over delivers for partnering teams, and unlocks scalable processes within the distribution centers globally. The Sr. Industrial Engineer, Distribution Center Process Development will be required to be on-site at the warehouse at least 3 days per week, and will report into the Manager, Supply Chain Optimization.

• Map, design, and standardize warehouse processes, including slotting, put-away, pick/pack, kitting, shipping, and other applicable warehouse processes (End to End DC Process)
• Work on-site with warehouse teams to identify and implement continuous improvement opportunities for enhancing day-to-day operations
• Collaborate with IT to ensure clear translation of business requirements to enable implementation of new system capabilities in SAP EWM
• Set roadmap for warehouse capabilities and processes with a focus on balancing short- and long-term priorities to enable scalability of Rivian’s entire service distribution network
• Investigate and evaluate business cases (ROI) for new technologies to improve productivity
• Develop process to track KPI’s at Distribution Centers to drive continuous improvement and productive operations
• Ensure that programs and processes are developed, assessed, communicated, and administered in compliance with Rivian’s objectives and timelines
• Create and maintain models for warehouse capacity planning throughout network to ensure proper risk management
• Serve as liaison between business/operations teams and IT development teams
• Drive solutions for complex warehouse and distribution opportunities across multiple geographic sites
• Interact with the IT, Service Engineering, Collision, and Distribution Operations Organizations

• Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering or equivalent work experience, Master’s Preferred
• 3+ years’ experience in project/program management, continuous improvement leadership, or process improvement
• Previous experience in process management and standardization focused on distribution or warehousing
• Expertise in Warehouse Management Systems (WMS), preferably SAP EWM; specific expertise in design and roll-out of WMS processes including, but not limited to, slotting analysis, pick/putaway logic, order prioritization, and master data management
• Understanding of interface between WMS and MRP systems
• Knowledge of lean methodologies and visual management with an emphasis on continuous improvement
• Familiarity with Global Automotive industry supply chain and logistics
• Capacity to effectively handle multiple priorities, organize workload, and meet project deadlines
• Ability to work independently, accurately, and effectively in performing task or duties as assigned to…