What are the responsibilities and job description for the Industrial Engineer - Retail position at Southeastern Grocers?
Overview
Southeastern Grocers is committed to a culture of belonging and fostering an inclusive environment where we celebrate differences. As a great place to work, we empower everyone to be their full, authentic selves. Read our Belonging, Inclusion and Diversity Statement here.
Job Title:
Industrial Engineer - Retail
Job Purpose
The Industrial Engineer - Retail will be responsible for maintaining labor management systems, and developing new labor standards and process initiatives to support overall business goals. This position will serve as a liaison between merchandising and operations business partners in the development of work methods for new and existing projects. This position will lead reviews of workflow methods and initiatives with the goal of enhancing performance.
Essential Responsibilities
Responsibility
% Of Time
Manage the planning and execution of merchandising projects and recommend improvements to systems and procedures. Utilize knowledge of workflow efficiencies and cost management to serve as project manager on process improvement initiatives for retail operations and labor management.
20%
Review and evaluate performance of incentive programs, established standards and assigned initiatives to ensure each functional area meets operational goals.
10%
Perform quality assurance reviews for technical upgrades and potential new products for labor management.
10%
Assist retail support and productivity area with defining business needs and develop alternative solutions.
15%
Develop and maintain labor standards databases and related functions.
25%
Manage existing and future scheduling tools and techniques to meet desired service levels.
20%
Performs other job-related duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Required Education
Course of Study
Bachelor's Degree
Business Administration, Engineering or related field.
Preferred Education
Course of Study
Master's Degree
Business Administration, Engineering or related field.
Relevant Experience
Supervisory Experience
6 - 10 yrs minimum
No Supervisory Experience
Language(s) Required
Language(s) Preferred
English
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Required
• Three (3) years' experience in retail operations, industrial engineering, accounting, financial operations or an equivalent combination of relevant education and experience.
• Advanced PC skills and proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, database applications, and workforce management applications.
• Strong knowledge and experience with engineered work standards and performance management systems.
• Ability to manage and prioritize multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to work effectively on cross-functional teams and communicate with senior level executives.
• Ability to gather, analyze and utilize complex information to make decisions.
• Working knowledge of financial and operational analyses.
• Excellent communication, analytical and organizational skills.
• An innovative self-starter with the ability to lead assigned projects.
• In-depth knowledge and experience in distribution processes, logistics, supply chain management and warehouse operations.
• Strong leadership skills including team facilitation, training and motivation.
• Ability to prepare and deliver business presentations.
• Experience in retail grocery labor modeling.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Preferred
Environmental Factors
Department
Operations
Environmental Factors
SSC Light: Physical Demands: While performing the essential functions of this position, the associate is regularly required to sit, use hands or fingers to handle, hold or feel objects, tools or controls, talk, see, hear and perform repetitive movements with both hands. The employee is occasionally required to stand or walk on carpet, tile or concrete Working Conditions: Majority of the time will be spent indoors in a traditional office environment. Safety Risk Factors: The employee is rarely required to twist back and/or neck and walk on a slippery or cluttered floor surface. Overall Required Equipment a personal computer, telephone, printer, copy machine, fax machine and other general office supplies and equipment. Pulling Requirement 20 lbs. Lifting Requirement 20 lbs.
Travel Requirements
Travel Percent
Overnight
40%
Yes
