As a part of the Wayfair Industrial Engineering team, you will identify and implement projects to enhance Wayfairs ability to deliver a perfect order at scale. You will support the update and design of building layouts, to ensure drawings are up to date. Create new layouts and design to fit conveyors/shelving/work stations and partner with operations teams. Support the development of RFP’s as needed, perform ROI Analysis and Procurement for various supply chain solutions including hardware, software, & supporting technology.
What You’ll Do
Must Have
Analytical approach to problem solving
Warehouse general understanding and some of the equipment used
Communication skills to provide engineering support for process improvement initiatives with site leadership
Able to manage vendors in the design process and proposal deliveries i.e. timeline of project and delivery of proposals
Space planning and layout design proficiency (AutoCad)
Able to discuss and show Return on Investment (Capital vs labor savings)
Ability to communicate with Vendors and communicate in meetings internally and externally
Travel – 20/30%
Nice to Have
Lead implementation of material handling systems that enable capacity and productivity improvements
Knowledge of Material Handling Equipment (conveyors, sortation, robotics)
Provides change management guidance, assists with process and equipment validation including but not limited to development, training, documentation and reporting
Knowledge of data mining techniques (SQL)and distribution/conveyor systems
Knowledge of 3d drawing capabilities (demo 3D, google sketchup)
Knowledge of Racking design and process knowledge for Distribution
What You’ll Need
Bachelor's degree with an emphasis in Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering or related field
3+ years of experience or technical background of Warehouse Management Systems in including conveyor design and implementation along with Outbound understanding
Ability to effectively communicate with business partners both local and remote
Detail oriented, proactive, with strong analytical and organizational skills
Excellent time management and multitasking skills
Proficient with AutoCad
About Wayfair Inc.
Wayfair is one of the world’s largest online destinations for the home. Whether you work in our global headquarters in Boston or Berlin, or in our warehouses or offices throughout the world, we’re reinventing the way people shop for their homes. Through our commitment to industry-leading technology and creative problem-solving, we are confident that Wayfair will be home to the most rewarding work of your career. If you’re looking for rapid growth, constant learning, and dynamic challenges, then you’ll find that amazing career opportunities are knocking.
No matter who you are, Wayfair is a place you can call home. We’re a community of innovators, risk-takers, and trailblazers who celebrate our differences, and know that our unique perspectives make us stronger, smarter, and well-positioned for success. We value and rely on the collective voices of our employees, customers, community, and suppliers to help guide us as we build a better Wayfair – and world – for all. Every voice, every perspective matters. That’s why we’re proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship status, marital status, disability, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, genetic information, or any other legally protected characteristic.
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Seniority level
Associate
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Distribution
Industries
Retail
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