Sr. Advisor, Industrial Engineering

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Ingram Micro is a leading technology company for the global information technology ecosystem. With the ability to reach nearly 90% of the global population, we play a vital role in the worldwide IT sales channel, bringing products and services from technology manufacturers and cloud providers to business-to-business technology experts. Our market reach, diverse solutions and services portfolio, and digital platform Ingram Micro Xvantage™ set us apart. Learn more at www.ingrammicro.com

Come join our team where you’ll make technology happen in surprising ways. Let’s shape tomorrow - it’ll be a fun journey!

This position is located in our corporate headquarters in Irvine, California with the opportunity for a hybrid schedule with 2 days remote per week.

Your Role:

The Sr. Advisor, Industrial Engineering provides support to Ingram Micro distribution centers. This support would include evaluation, analysis, recommendations, and implementation pertaining to assigned distribution center processes and material handling changes for configuration, kitting, assembly, reverse logistics, and fulfillment operations.

Responsible for developing and maintaining supply chain and logistics processes for a variety of warehousing and distribution center operations. Conduct special projects to achieve improved methods, optimize process flow to facilitate efficient put-away, order fulfillment, shipping, and space utilization. Plan, coordinate and assist with execution of redesign and redevelopment of optimal distribution center practices.

The job would include labor standards/cost impact of various process implementations/changes, labor models to support same, and capacity constraint identification. 

This position would require hands-on cross functional interface at all levels within the corporate offices and distribution center operations. 

Essential Functions:

Develop processes and procedures to enhance and optimize distribution center operations

• Conduct special projects to achieve improved methods, layout, and workflow
• Evaluate and develop distribution center storage practices and support re-arrangement activities
• Review, analyze, and support storage and material handling changes/implementation that increase safety, efficiency, quality, and reduce operating expenses. 
• Support development and implementation of engineered labor standards in assigned distribution center functions and ensure reporting mechanisms to measure actual performance to standard. 
• Provide training and support operations on the proper use of engineering labor standards for costing, staffing, and performance measurement, including labor management system.
• Investigate new technologies & equipment to improve efficiencies of processes
• Support continuous improvement initiatives using LEAN management methodologies

What you bring to the role:

• Bachelor’s degree in industrial engineering or a related field, required. Advanced engineering degree, preferred.
• Minimum of 10-12 years of engineering experience in supply chain, logistics, and/or distribution field.  Experience in fast paced, high volume environments including multi-site operating experience strongly preferred.
• Power BI with the ability to use data in a dashboard for operational and engineering 
• Skills in the use of AutoCAD required.
• Advanced skills using Excel, Visio, PowerPoint, database management
• Knowledge of engineering processes including engineering change control, engineering labor standards and methodologies.
• Certification in MOST engineering standards strongly preferred. 
• Strong communication and analytical skills
• Good interpersonal, organizational, and planning skills
• Ability to work in a team environment with little supervision
• Project Management experience would be an advantage
• Knowledge of Warehouse Management Systems would be an advantage
• Knowledge of Simulation tools would be an advantage
• Certification in six sigma methodologies would be an advantage

*May required up to 25% travel

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The typical base pay range for this role across the U.S. is USD $158,100.00 - $268,800.00 per year.

The ranges above reflect the potential annual base pay across the U.S. for all roles; the applicable base pay range will depend on the candidate’s primary work location, pay grade, and variable compensation plan. Individual base pay within each range depends on various factors, in addition to primary work location, such as complexity and responsibility of role, job duties/requirements, and relevant experience and skills. Base pay ranges are reviewed and typically updated each year. Offers are made within the base pay range applicable at the time of hire. New hires starting base pay generally falls in the bottom half (between the minimum and midpoint) of a pay range.

At Ingram Micro certain roles are eligible for additional rewards, including merit increases, annual bonus or sales incentives and long-term incentives. These awards are allocated based on position level and individual performance. U.S.-based employees have access to healthcare benefits, paid time off, parental leave, a 401(k) plan and company match, short-term and long-term disability coverage, basic life insurance, and wellbeing benefits, among others.

This is not a complete listing of the job duties.  It’s a representation of the things you will be doing, and you may not perform all these duties.

Please be prepared to pass a drug test and successfully pass a pre-employment (post offer) background check.

Ingram Micro Inc. is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status, or any other protected category under applicable law.