Engineer - Supply Chain Distribution & Transportation)

Centric Brands•Greensboro, NC

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

Centric Brands is a leading lifestyle brand collective that designs, sources, markets and sells high quality products in multiple segments, including women’s, men’s and kid’s apparel, accessories, entertainment and beauty. Centric Brands is focused on our customers and our brands that will drive the company’s future growth. We are defined by innovation as we seize new opportunities and thrive in an environment informed by creativity and thinking that is both analytical and outside the box. Centric Brands reflects a team built on respect, for others and for the hard work it takes to achieve our goals and build our bright future together. As one of the world’s premier lifestyle brand collectives, we want to ensure that warehouses, factories, retail outlets and on-line retailers all over the world have what they need, when they need it. You’ll be part of a team that leverages leading-edge technology – and innovative solutions – to deliver goods and materials on time, on schedule and in great condition. It’s a career path the offers non-stop challenges and endless variety – along with the opportunity to learn the business from the best. The Junior Engineer – Supply Chain Distribution & Transportation supports engineering and continuous improvement efforts across multi-client distribution and transportation operations. This role focuses on analyzing operational data, improving processes, and supporting scalable, cost-effective logistics solutions for diverse customer requirements. The Junior Engineer partners closely with Operations, Account Management, IT, and Transportation teams to enhance service performance, cost control, and operational efficiency in a fast-paced third-party logistics environment. This is a highly collaborative, office-based role with regular in-person interaction across cross-functional teams.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Industrial, Systems, Mechanical), Supply Chain, Logistics, or a related field
Strong analytical and quantitative problem-solving skills
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel
Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, customer-driven environment
Strong written and verbal communication skills

Nice To Haves

Internship, co-op, or entry-level experience in a 3PL, distribution, or transportation environment
Familiarity with multi-client operations and customer-specific SLAs
Exposure to Power BI or similar tools.
Working knowledge of WMS and ERP systems platforms (e.g., Manhattan, SAP)
Exposure to Lean, Six Sigma, or continuous improvement practices

Responsibilities

Support engineering analysis for multi-client distribution centers and transportation networks
Assist with layout optimization, labor modeling, slotting strategies, and capacity planning across varied customer profiles
Support transportation execution including routing models, carrier performance tracking, and freight cost analysis
Help ensure solutions meet customer service level agreements (SLAs) and contractual requirements
Analyze operational KPIs such as on-time delivery, order accuracy, cost per unit, productivity, and utilization
Support development of customer-facing scorecards, dashboards, and performance reviews
Assist with root cause analysis for service failures, chargebacks, and operational variances
Participate in continuous improvement initiatives using Lean, Six Sigma, or structured problem-solving methodologies
Support implementation of standard work, engineered labor standards, and best practices across sites
Assist in testing and deploying process changes, automation solutions, or system enhancements
Support configuration, testing, and optimization of WMS, TMS, and related logistics systems
Assist with data validation, user acceptance testing, and documentation during system implementations or client onboarding
Collaborate with IT and operations teams to troubleshoot system or data issues
Work closely with Operations, Transportation, Account Management, and Business Development teams
Support new client onboarding, solution design, and change management initiatives
Participate in client meetings and operational reviews as needed to support data-driven discussions