What are the responsibilities and job description for the Manager, Industrial Engineering position at KOHLS?
About the Role
As Manager, Industrial Engineering, you will identify, evaluate, justify and implement process optimization initiatives, including distribution capacity expansions, labor performance programs, transportation optimization initiatives and system upgrades.
What You’ll Do
Manage a team of Industrial Engineers responsible for optimizing supply chain processes
Lead Logistics planning efforts, including capacity and network modeling and capital budgeting
Assist with transportation optimization initiatives
Oversee the design of distribution facilities, including new facilities, facility retrofits, conveyor changes and other material handling equipment changes
Drive the Industrial Engineer team to identify, define and implement process improvement opportunities
Address all aspects of change, including people, processes, systems and equipment
Introduce and adapt improvement methodologies as appropriate to drive change (e.g., Six Sigma).
Manage direct reports, systems and projects to achieve unit goals per Company policies and practices
Prepare and analyze unit plans and reports
Provide leadership by exhibiting influence and expertise to achieve results
Create an effective work environment by developing a shared vision, setting clear objectives, expecting teamwork, recognizing outstanding performance and maintaining open communications.
Develop staff through coaching, performance feedback, effective performance assessments and establishing performance and development plans
Additional tasks may be assigned
What Skills You Have
REQUIRED
Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering or other Engineering discipline
Analytical, planning, organizing, sound judgment, decision making and leadership skills
Experience with work measurement and performance management programs, conveyor design and optimization, large project management and warehouse systems
Advanced working knowledge of Microsoft Office products with an emphasis in Excel and Access
Proficient with AutoCAD
Some travel is required; roughly 30%
PREFERRED
Multiple years of experience in retail distribution
Ability to work as part of a team and interact effectively with others
Six Sigma certification