Who is Swire Coca-Cola?
We are one of the largest bottlers of Coca-Cola and other beverage brands in America. Our 7,900 hardworking and passionate employees produce and distribute more than 50 brands and flavors across 13 states. We have as many careers as we have flavors, and regardless of which role you choose, you have a direct impact on Swire Coca-Cola, our products, and the communities we call home.
Why you’ll love working at Swire Coca-Cola (enrollment in a Swire Medical Plan is required for some benefits):
- Health coverage (3 medical options, dental and vision). 401(k) Retirement Plan w/company match
- Health Savings Accounts w/company match
- FREE virtual primary care, acute care and physical therapy
- FREE Employee Assistance Program
- Company paid (vacation, holidays, sick time, bereavement, jury duty, maternity/parental, disability leave and volunteer time)
- Discounted & free product
- Tuition reimbursement
- Opportunities for career advancement
What does the Director Logistics Automation Engineering do at Swire Coca-Cola?
Swire Coca-Cola is looking for a passionate, influential, eager leader for the Director Logistics Automation Engineering role. As a key player, you will shape the future of our logistics operations by strategically enhancing and refining our networks to achieve excellence. With a proactive mindset and collaboration, you will lead the adoption of advanced engineering solutions that refine our warehousing infrastructure, drive initiatives to incorporate cutting-edge technologies, and increase sustainable practices into our warehouse and transportation systems. Being agile is essential in navigating the challenges of a rapidly evolving market, implementing changes that significantly enhance operational capability, and reduce environmental impact.
Responsibilities:
- Strategic Planning and Execution: Craft and execute a comprehensive strategic blueprint for scaling operations and enhancing efficiencies across the board that is tightly aligned with the company's overarching logistics management objectives.
- Technology Leadership: Leadership is crucial in transforming warehouse operations, transportation, and distribution processes to increase productivity and reduce costs through active evaluation, selection, and deployment of state-of-the-art technologies and automation systems.
- Process Optimization: Continuously assessing and refining processes, applying Lean, Six Sigma, or other methodologies to eliminate inefficiencies and optimize workflow to ensure processes stay ahead of industry standards and deliver substantial value.
- Project Management: Collaborate closely with Logistics Project Management team to manage a portfolio of engineering projects including timelines, budgets, and deliverables.
- Stakeholder Engagement: Forge and maintain robust collaboration with Logistics leadership and other cross functional team members to integrate engineering solutions that bolster the company's broader business goals and operational synergy.
- Vendor Management: Strategically select and oversee relationships with external vendors, consultants, and engineering firms; ensure all partners align with the company's stringent standards and contribute effectively to our projects and strategic objectives.
- Sustainability Initiatives: Collaborate in driving sustainability efforts within our logistics operations, contribute to initiatives that focus on reducing energy consumption, CO2 reduction, and minimizing waste.
- Risk Management: Proactively identify and assess potential project risks and technical vulnerabilities through development and implementation of robust mitigation strategies to safeguard project outcomes and maintain continuity of operations.
Requirements:
- Bachelor's Degree Engineering, Supply Chain Engineering, or closely related field required.
- Master's Degree Engineering or closely related field preferred.
- 10+ years Logistics or Supply Chain Management experience required.
- 5 years managing engineering projects required.
- PMP, Lean Six Sigma preferred.
- Process optimization experience using Lean and Six Sigma methodologies.
- Experience implementing energy, CO2 and waste reduction initiatives preferred.
Come and join our Sparkling team!
Swire Coca-Cola is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer that participates in the E-Verify program as required by law. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, Veteran status or other legally protected characteristics.
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