Manufacturing Project and Program Management Analyst III

Responsibilities

• Lead cross-functional optimization projects focused on warehouse operations, material flow, labor productivity, inventory movement, and operational efficiency
• Partner with operations leadership and frontline teams to identify process bottlenecks, flow disruptors, and operational pain points
• Analyze current-state workflows and develop data-driven recommendations for process improvements
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives using Lean, Six Sigma, and Industrial Engineering methodologies
• Identify opportunities to leverage AI, automation, and advanced analytics to improve operational performance and decision-making
• Support warehouse layout optimization, slotting strategies, storage utilization, and labor balancing initiatives
• Develop project plans, timelines, business cases, and implementation strategies for operational improvements
• Coordinate with IT, engineering, warehouse systems, and operational stakeholders to execute improvement initiatives
• Monitor project performance, KPIs, and ROI metrics to ensure expected benefits are achieved
• Facilitate change management activities and support operational adoption of new processes and technologies
• Conduct operational studies related to throughput, travel reduction, staffing models, productivity, and process standardization
• Present findings, recommendations, and project updates to leadership teams in a clear and professional manner

• Bachelor’s degree
• Minimum of 5 years of experience leading operational optimization or continuous improvement projects
• Strong experience within distribution center, warehouse, or supply chain operations environments
• Demonstrated ability to independently manage multiple projects and priorities in a fast-paced operational environment
• Experience analyzing operational data and translating findings into actionable process improvements
• Strong problem-solving, analytical, and organizational skills
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities
• Exceptional Candidates Might Have Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Supply Chain, Operations Management, or related field
• Warehouse leadership experience or direct warehouse operations experience
• Experience with warehouse management systems (WMS), labor management systems, or material handling automation
• Exposure to AI tools, automation technologies, or advanced operational analytics
• Manufacturing engineering or industrial engineering background
• Lean Six Sigma certification or equivalent continuous improvement experience
• Experience supporting automation, goods-to-person systems, or material handling equipment initiatives