About the position Responsibilities • Assumes ownership responsibilities for strategic network automation installations with focus on advanced robotic technology, including automated storage and retrieval systems, robotics goods to person pick stations, robotic put walls, and high-speed sorters and conveyance. • Optimize current automation processes within the distribution-order fulfillment centers through the development and implementation of improved enhancements and system controls updates. • Act as the primary Logistics contact with architect, general contractor, and mechanical, electrical, & plumbing vendors to ensure construction of Distribution centers and other projects meet code and timelines. • Hold weekly project meetings with vendors, general contractors, IT, and DC operations to ensure schedule and design is being implemented according to drawings. • Develop CAD drawings to ensure proper location of IT infrastructure, security camera systems, low voltage and electrical to support DC construction & retrofits. • Develop solutions to operational issues and provide recommendations to improve operations throughput with conveyance and controls enhancements. • Develop cost benefit analyses and financial models to support the DC's requirements, designs, and alternative selections to existing automation. • Develop and maintain controls standards and monitoring for all the DC's. • Ensure automation contracts and agreements are working as expected and annual support audits are performed. • Assist with capital improvement projects, including automation and robotics to vet software and execution system, and personnel needed to complete various projects. • Analyze current operating plan to determine opportunities for improving the operations process and workflow. • Work with operations management team and facilities team to ensure compliance on fire protection, electrical, and mechanical for DC's. • Conduct operations forecasting for staffing, assets, and facility needs to ensure ability to meet service commitment and throughput based on automation performance statement of work. • Maintain self-development, communications, and reporting. • Identify issues that require training or re-training to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of automation and operations. • Provide training to management for implementation of new automation, hardware, processes, services, and technology to maintain operational effectiveness. • Responsible for maintaining DC design on CAD for each of the 6 DC's to include racking, conveyance, sortation, and panels. Requirements • 10 or more years of related job experience with key focus on automation, warehouse control systems, and conveyance. • Previous experience with implementing warehouse control systems in a Logistics environment, with an emphasis on automation and DC build-out. • Experience with top tier WCS/WMS/WES Labor Reporting Systems, MOST and Standards Pro. Experience with JDA/Blue Yonder, Manhattan or equivalent LMS. • Proficiency in MS Office Suite with strong MS Excel skills, MS Access, CAD, and Visio. Nice-to-haves • Experience in managing large-scale automation projects in a distribution center environment. • Familiarity with robotics and advanced automation technologies. • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Benefits • Comprehensive health, dental, and vision plans. • 401(k) plan with company match. • Various paid time off programs. • Employee discount and perks. • Life insurance and disability insurance. • Flexible spending accounts. • Employee referral bonus program. Apply tot his job