Sr. Director Solutions Design

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Develops leads and manages the corporate logistics solutions team to support the growth and development of logistics services across the globe.
• Leads solution design initiatives and pricing for $120M service offering.
• Participates in the evaluation of the logistics service offering and determines process improvements, and technology enhancements to drive continuous improvement. Reviews and monitors internal performance at our logistics sites and for our top clients to drive improvement.
• Experience designing warehouses (layouts, flow design, racking), including calculations to determine requirements of labor, capacity, pallet positions, racking, material handling systems and equipment, dock processing areas, etc.
• Supports our business development, commercial and vertical leaders in the pursuit of opportunities to include direct client engagement, assistance in RFP/ RFQ development, solution design presentations, etc.
• Demonstrated ability to manage people and projects
• Lead and participate on enterprise/site level projects to drive improvement/corrective action.
• Coordination with our pricing team on the enhancement of our costing and pricing models, relevant assumptions, and scenarios.
• Focuses on continuous improvement methodologies within our warehouse network, investigate and provide solutions to productivity, quality, and service delivery issues.
• Knowledge of warehouse management systems and operations, data analytics, Industrial Engineering principles and concepts and lean methodology.
• Manages multiple industrial engineering projects ensuring on-time completion according to schedule

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Position may require extended periods of sitting, computer use, standing and walking. Some light lifting may be required in some instances

OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Good verbal, written and presentation skills, including the ability to translate complex designs, concepts, into terms that are readily understood
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a focus on operational efficiency and cost control
• Experience with Lean Manufacturing principles and utilization tools a plus
• Exposure to automated warehouses a plus
• Exposure to latest technologies / trends in the field of warehousing – ACAD, Inventory Analysis
• Perform other duties as assigned.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor's degree required in Industrial Engineering, Logistics Engineering, Supply Chain Management, or related discipline.
• Minimum 7 years of experience in industrial engineering in a large-scale logistics or distribution environment

PROFESSIONAL CERTIFICATION

• Professional certification may be required in some cases 

WHY SHOULD YOU WORK FOR CRANE?

At Crane, we believe in providing our employees with excellent benefits at a Great Place to Work.

We offer:

• 136 hours of Paid Time Off which equals 17 days for the year, that can be used for Sick Time or for Personal Use
• Excellent Medical, Dental and Vision benefits
• Tuition Reimbursement for education related to your job
• Employee Referral Bonuses
• Employee Recognition and Rewards Program
• Paid Volunteer Time to support a cause that is close to your heart and contributes to our communities
• Employee Discounts
• Wellness Incentives that can go up to $100 per year for completing challenges, in addition to a discount on contribution rates
• Potential to earn a quarterly bonus

Come join the leader in logistics and take your career in the right direction.

Disclaimer:

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this position. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.

 The physical demands described here are representative of those