Specialist Automation Implementation

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Employment Type: Regular

Location: HORSHAM,PA

Have you ever enjoyed Arnold, Brownberry or Oroweat
bread? A Thomas' English muffin or bagel? Or perhaps snacked on a Sara Lee,
Entenmann's or Marinela cake or donut? If the answer is yes, then you know
Bimbo Bakeries USA!

More than 20,000 associates in bakeries, sales centers,
offices and on sales routes work to ensure our consumers have the freshest
products at every meal. In addition to competitive pay and benefits, we provide
a safe and inclusive work environment that appreciates diversity, promotes
development and allows our associates to be their authentic selves.

Description:

#LI-TN1

Come join the largest baking company in the world and
our family of 20,000 associates nationwide!

Top Reasons to Work at Bimbo Bakeries USA:

Great Annual Salary
range -$88,500 - $115,100

Annual
Bonus Eligibility

Comprehensive
Benefits Package

Paid
Time Off

401k
& Company Match

The future belongs to those who choose to shape it. The Value Chain Automation and Transformation team at Bimbo Bakeries USA is a group of dedicated, creative, and driven individuals determined to build the future of BBU's supply chain. We'll grant you the artistic license to draft new models for supplying our customers and consumers with the world's best baked goods and snacks. You will be responsible for ideating, testing, implementing, and refining industry disruptive practices that will dramatically improve service, reduce cost, and create new levels of job satisfaction for our associates. This position will work across functions, engage with leaders at all levels of the organization, and offer unparalleled opportunities for personal and professional growth.

Automation Implementation Specialist

This position will be a member of the Bimbo Bakeries USA Value Chain Automation and Transformation Team which provides nationwide support for all supply chain operations. Team members work individually and in groups with local management teams to improve the supply chain operational efficiency of targeted distribution centers and plants. The team is also responsible for deploying supply chain technology and works closely with internal and external software/hardware development teams to develop the most efficient processes. Operational areas of focus include but are not limited to shipping, transportation, inventory management, materials handling equipment, staffing, network optimization, process automation and facility design. The person filling this role must be a highly motivated individual who leads with behaviors that encourage innovation, change, and teamwork.

Key Job Responsibilities:

• Lead the onsite implementation activities for various distribution systems ranging from racking systems, VGV's, AGV's, articulating arms, gantry, etc.
• Support new facility openings ensuring the most efficient layout and proven best practices are in place and followed.
• Primary contact for the vendors onsite for the installations.
• Meet deadlines identified by the project manager.
• Deploy and train users on supply chain technology.
• Document, present, and train on operating procedures and best practices.
• Work with 3rd party providers in outsources BBU operations.
• Meet with potential outside vendors, assist with selecting vendors and direct them by providing a clear understanding of project objectives, limitations, and timelines.
• Use project management principles for planning, scheduling, executing, and controlling the implementation portions of the project.
• Eliminate waste of labor and material through the training and enforcement of product accountability procedures.
• Meet or exceed established safety, service, cost, and productivity goals.
• Contribute to and help maintain SOP's and the identification of best practices.
• 80% travel required. Must be able to support multiple shifts and some weekends during project launches.

Position Requirements:

Key Behavioral Competencies:

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Strong communication and presentation skills to articulate recommendations for change
• Ability to lead and contribute in a cross-functional team environment
• Interest in new technologies and driving transformational change

Education & Work History:

• Bachelor's degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Engineering, IT, Business Administration or related field
• 5 - 7 years of experience in logistics including implementation of automated material handling systems, warehouse management systems, or related technologies
• Competent user of the MS Office suite
• Strong knowledge of material handling equipment

The physical and mental demands described in each job posting are representative of those that must be met by an associate to successfully perform the essential functions of each job. Reasonable accommodations may be requested to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of each job.

Bimbo Bakeries USA is an equal opportunity employer with a
policy that provides equal employment opportunity for applicants and employees
regardless of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual
orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic
information, marital status, veteran status, any other classification protected
by law.