What are the responsibilities and job description for the Industrial Engineer position at Williams-Sonoma, Inc. Supply Chain?
Job Description
About Williams-Sonoma DC - Olive Branch, MS
Williams-Sonoma is a leading retailer of home furnishings, with over 65 years of history and a strong commitment to quality and innovation.
Our Distribution Centers serve as vital connections between factories and our retail, online and mail-order customers around the world. The Supply Chain environment is dynamic and fast-paced, and the network is expanding rapidly.
Williams-Sonoma, Inc. Supply Chain Overview
- Over 4,000 Full-Time Associates across the Supply Chain
- 14.5M square feet of small parcel, personalization, furniture, and manufacturing space in the domestic US
This position works closely with internal partners, operations leadership, and vendors in the implementation and support of process improvement initiatives within the supply chain.
The Industrial Engineer position is located in Olive Branch, MS.
Key Responsibilities:
- Leverage best-practice methods and technologies to improve a fast-paced retail business
- Develop skills in project justification including vendor selection, cost-benefit analysis, and ROI estimation
- Manage capital projects including requirements gathering, layouts, vendor management, timelines, and budget
- Maintain the Labor Management Systems in both Distribution and Manufacturing facilities through development of standard operating procedures, time studies, labor standards, and engineering configuration
Requirements:
- Bachelor's degree in industrial engineering or similar engineering degree
- At least 1-3 years in a technically related field
- Strong analytical skills for evaluating distribution processes and identifying areas for improvement
We offer a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package, including generous discounts on all Williams-Sonoma, Inc. brand products, retirement plan and other investment opportunities, paid vacations, Employee Assistance Programs, Time Off to Volunteer, Matching Gifts Community Service Program, and Holidays (in some locations).
