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Associate Director – Logistics Automation Lead

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Location

New Jersey

Posted

29 days ago

Salary

$125.9K - $181K / year

Bachelor Degree10 yrs expEnglish

Job Description

• Lead the design, deployment, and optimization of automation technologies across our logistics network. • Drive strategic automation initiatives that enhance operational efficiency, reduce costs, and improve service levels across warehousing, transportation, and distribution. • Develop and execute a multi-year automation roadmap aligned with enterprise logistics strategy. • Lead cross-functional teams to identify automation opportunities across sites. • Partner with IT, Engineering, and Operations to ensure seamless integration of automation technologies into existing infrastructure. • Identify productivity initiatives that generate cost savings, cost avoidance and/or service improvements. • Oversee end-to-end delivery of automation projects, including vendor selection, capital planning, installation, and performance validation. • Define and track success metrics such as throughput, latency, and cost savings. • Ensure compliance with safety, quality, and regulatory standards throughout project lifecycle. • Leverage analytics to monitor system performance and identify areas for improvement. • Drive standardization and best practices across sites to maximize asset utilization and ROI. • Collaborate with regional warehouse leaders, procurement, finance, and customer logistics to align automation goals with business needs. • Lead change management efforts to ensure successful adoption of new technologies.

Job Requirements

Bachelor’s degree required, preferably in Industrial Engineering, Supply Chain, or related field; Master’s preferred.
10 years of experience in logistics, with at least 5+ years in automation leadership preferred.
Up to 50% travel required.
Prior experience with logistics automation project execution and implementation.
Proficient in SAP, Excel, Power Point, and Transportation Management System (TMS) platforms.
Strong analytical and communication skills.
Ability to make sound decisions improving the overall transportation network.
Knowledge of SAP & freight payment systems (US Bank Syncada preferred).
Ability to back-up manager while absent or delegated to strategic operational meetings.
Train other transportation analyst or planners in operational tasks.
Proven track record of deploying automation projects AGVs, robotics, or WMS enhancements in a multi-site environment.
Strong analytical skills and experience with KPI development and performance dashboards.
Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities.

Benefits

Benefits begin on day one and include medical, dental, short and long-term disability, AD&D, and life insurance (for individual, families, and domestic partners).
Employees are eligible for our matching 401(k) plan and can enroll on the first day of employment with immediate vesting.
Campbell’s offers unlimited sick time along with paid time off and holiday pay.
If in WHQ – free access to the fitness center.
Access to on-site day care (operated by Bright Horizons) and company store.
Campbell’s Cares program matches employee donations and/or volunteer activity up to $1,500 annually.
Campbell’s has a variety of Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) to support employees.