Senior Director, Engineering

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Your role in our team

This is a highly experienced and strategic role that will lead our Supply Chain Parcel Logistics engineering team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in engineering, logistics, and supply chain management, with a proven track record of driving operational excellence and innovation.

• You lead multi-disciplined engineering teams within parcel operations to drive product development and project system integration, and your strategies optimize supply chain processes, reduce costs, and improve efficiency
• You collaborate with cross-functional teams to design and implement innovative engineering solutions, and manage engineering budgets, resources, and timelines to ensure project success
• You foster a culture of continuous improvement, innovation, and excellence within the engineering team, ensuring compliance with industry standards and regulations
• Your analysis of data and metrics identifies areas for improvement and drives continuous improvement initiatives, while staying up to date with industry trends and emerging technologies to maintain a competitive edge
• You define and align the Engineering strategy with senior leadership, managing engineering delivery responsibilities, including scope, schedule, and budget
• Your collaboration with Controlling and Finance functions develops department headcount and utilization forecasts, and you manage Engineering P&L performance
• Developing strategy and plans supports new product innovation and sustainability requirements, and you identify and develop solutions to reduce engineering and design process gaps, driving increased deliverable quality and efficiency
• Collaborating with Project Management resources supports overall product design and project delivery requirements, and you support sales opportunities by providing engineering estimation, solutions, and technical expertise related to material handling system design. Additionally, you provide career development and performance feedback to Engineering managers responsible for leading engineering teams, managing department and individual goal plans, providing guidance, and supporting professional development opportunities

Your profile

• You have obtained a bachelor's degree in Engineering, Supply Chain Management, Logistics, or a related field; a Master's degree is preferred
• You have gained 10+ years of experience in supply chain and logistics engineering, with at least 5 years in a leadership role
• Your certification as a Certified Supply Chain Professional (CSCP), Certified in Production and Inventory Management (CPIM), Certified in Logistics, Transportation and Distribution (CLTD), Six Sigma Green Belt (CSSGB), Project Management Professional (PMP), and/or Supply Chain Operations Reference Professional (SCOR-P) is desired and preferred
• You can travel 30%
• Your Mechanical, Electrical, Software, and Systems Engineering skills and abilities include an understanding of material handling system technology capabilities, operational process flow, new product development, electrical systems and automation technologies, machine-level control and functionality requirements, and the ability to integrate complex systems and ensure their efficient operation
• You have strong analytical and problem-solving skills, excellent communication and interpersonal skills, and a proven ability to lead and manage a high-performing team
• You are experienced with logistics software and technology solutions
• You know industry regulations and standards

Eligible applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. The employer will not sponsor applicants for work visas for this position.

Your working environment at Körber

Körber is pioneering cutting-edge sorting technology and solutions that shape the future of mail and parcel automation across Europe, North America, and Asia. Set new industry standards and champion customer-centric services and solutions with our dynamic Parcel Logistics team based in Irving, Texas, USA.

This full-time, exempt role offers a hybrid work setting with 3 days in the office.

Your benefits

• You will enjoy a flexible work environment that supports your work-life balance; we offer paid time off for parental leave and 22+ days off for personal time and holidays
• You will have access to medical, dental, and vision insurance plans with FSA or HSA options, and a 401(k) plan with a company match of up to six percent
• You are provided with several company-paid benefits, including vision insurance, short and long-term disability, basic life insurance plans, and educational and employee assistance programs
• Your annual base pay range for this role is estimated to be $174,408 - $239,000 at the time of posting

Can you see yourself in this profile? Then Körber is the right place for you. We look forward to getting to know you!

Equal opportunity employer

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and are committed to ensuring equal employment opportunity to all applicants. All hires to our team are based on qualifications, merit, and business needs. It is our policy to give equal employment opportunities to all qualified persons without regard to legally protected characteristics, or any other consideration made unlawful by applicable federal, state/provincial, and/or local law.

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Disclaimer: The duties listed above are intended only as a representation of the essential functions of this position. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position. The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change at the sole discretion of the employer. Nothing in this document alters an employee’s at-will employment status. Please note that the salary information is a general guideline only. Individual compensation will be determined by various factors such as scope and responsibilities of the position, experience, education, skills, location, and market and business considerations. Applications must be submitted via our career site.