Continuous Improvement SME - Coppell, TX

Job Description

About Us:

As a company, we promote a culture of honesty and integrity, and value the trust it allows us to build with customers and employees alike. Our focus on our people is what sets us apart and keeps our customers coming back to work with us!

If you are seeking to be a part of a family, this is the place for you!

Maersk Warehousing and Distribution USA LLC handles end-to-end warehousing and distribution logistics needs utilizing our strategic network of storage facilities. Our facilities are capable of receiving, storing, processing, and dispatching cargo, so we can build flexibility and resilience into the supply chain process. Our integrated solutions allow us to be prepared for supply chain risks, so we can plan distribution to better achieve lead time and goals despite unexpected conditions. Our extensive experience, connections, and deep expertise across different sectors, industries, and transportation modes, means we can be counted on for process excellence that will save time and money.

SUMMARY:

As the Continuous Improvement SME, you are responsible for improving the organization’s efficiency and effectiveness by driving Lean initiatives throughout the Maersk organization. You will work on delegated tasks from the Continuous Improvement Manager while also being able to delegate tasks to CI team members as needed. The position requires collaborating across various departments and serving as a business strategist, process analyst, and project manager, with additional duties assigned as necessary.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Manage continuous improvement projects and initiatives focused on improving productivity in Warehouse operations.

• Potentially manage other team members

• Partner with Sites in NAM to set continuous improvement priorities and objectives, monitor progress, analyze key performance indicators, and use project management methods to execute improvements.

• Develop and implement processes to aid in measuring goals, track labor savings, increase productivity, standardize KPI’s and create sustainable financial results throughout the facilities.

• Create, standardize, and share best practices across facilities to drive consistency and efficiency.

• Act as an internal consultant and catalyst to assist leadership, individuals, and teams in the application of continuous improvement principles and techniques to improve operations.

• Deliver weekly project status updates and action list follow-up with key stakeholders during implementation.

• Understand and analyze Profit and Loss (P&L) statements to identify opportunities for cost reduction, revenue enhancement, and margin improvement.

• Lead and collaborate with cross-functional internal teams focused on warehouse improvements, which could include CAPEX.

• Analyze existing processes and identify areas for improvement through various data-driven methods, e.g., root cause analysis, and statistical tools.

• Train other individuals on your team and your facilities in lean fundamentals

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Experience based on proven projects with measurable success. (Sigma training to be implemented for the CI team as the team develops, and belt levels based on hierarchy/position)

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, operations, supply chain or related field, or relevant work experience

• Minimum of 5-8 years’ experience in logistics, warehousing, operations, or supply chain.

• Ability to supervise and direct the work of project teams, ability to delegate tasks

• Strong communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills, verbal and written.

• Self-driven, detail-oriented, and organized.

• Ability to motivate the team and share lessons learned.

• Intermediate-Advanced technical skills in PowerPoint, Excel, Visio, PowerBI.

Company Benefits:

• Medical

• Dental

• Vision

• 401k + Company Match

• Employee Assistance Program

• Paid Time Off

• Flexible Work Schedules (when possible)

• And more!

Pay Range:

$85,000.00 - $90,000.00*

*The above-stated pay range is the anticipated starting salary range for the position. The Company may adjust this range in light of prevailing market conditions and other factors such as location. The Company will work directly with the selected candidate(s) on the final starting salary in accordance with all applicable laws.

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Maersk is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace, and we embrace different styles of thinking. Maersk is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applicants without regard to race, colour, gender, sex, age, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, marital status, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy or parental leave, veteran status, gender identity, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. We will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with all legal requirements.

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