Senior Industrial Engineer

PetSmart•Phoenix, AZ

4d•Hybrid

About The Position

We are seeking an experienced and highly motivated Senior Industrial Engineer to join our team at PetSmart. As a Senior Industrial Engineer, you will play a critical role in optimizing our distribution center's efficiency, productivity, and overall operational performance. You will lead and execute projects to enhance processes, implement best practices, and drive continuous improvement initiatives. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in industrial engineering principles, supply chain management, and distribution center operations.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering or a related field.
Minimum of 5 years of experience in industrial engineering, with a significant focus on distribution center optimization or a comparable environment.
Strong analytical skills, with the ability to collect, analyze, and interpret complex data sets to drive informed decisions.
Experience with warehouse management systems (WMS), material handling equipment, and automation technologies.
Excellent project management skills, including leading and executing projects from concept to implementation.
Effective communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate and influence across different levels of the organization.
Experience using MOST and developing engineered labor standards.
Experience with Warehouse and labor management systems.

Nice To Haves

Master's degree is a plus.
Proficiency in SQL
Experience with Lean Six Sigma or other process improvement methodology.

Responsibilities

Identify, analyze, and redesign key operational processes within the distribution center to streamline workflow, reduce cost, and drive productivity.
Lead and participate in continuous improvement initiatives, utilizing tools such as Lean Six Sigma to drive operational excellence and eliminate waste.
Design and implement efficient workflows, ensuring optimal utilization of technology, equipment, and labor resources to achieve operational targets.
Identify and implement technology solutions and automation to drive operational efficiency and accuracy.
Subject matter expert in documented methods. Provide guidance to the operation on correct methods and consult on proposed methods changes.
Lead execution of the Labor Standards Program. Maintain standards and methods and be the subject matter expert on the Labor Management System. Ensure consistent execution across the network.
Work closely with cross-functional teams, including operations, transportation, procurement, and IT to improve distribution center operations in alignment with broader organizational goals.