Job Description
Take your career further with
McLane! McLane teammates, the
driving force behind our success, are diverse professionals who
work together seamlessly to keep our operations running smoothly.
As a teammate, you will pair your dedication, expertise, and
collaborative spirit with your fellow teammates to serve America's
most beloved brands. McLane leaders think long-term, act with
purpose, and inspire high performance. They lead with
accountability, communicate clearly, and drive results through
collaboration, innovation, and continuous growth. They empower each
teammate to learn from industry leaders, develop their skills, and
build lasting connections nationwide.
The
Senior Supply Chain Engineer is responsible for leading the design,
analysis, and optimization of customer and internal
inbound-to-final mile distributor supply chain networks to improve
service levels, reduce costs, and support strategic growth
initiatives. This role combines advanced analytics, project
management, and cross-functional collaboration to deliver
innovative supply chain solutions. The ideal candidate will have a
strong background in logistics, operations research, and supply
chain modeling, with a proven ability to drive measurable
improvements across complex networks. This position is for our
KINEXO center in Rocky Mount,
NC.
Benefits you can count on:
- Day 1 Benefits:
medical, dental, and vision insurance, FSA/HSA, and company-paid
life insurance
- Paid time off begins day
one.
- 401(k) Profit Sharing Plan after 90
days.
- Additional benefits: pet insurance,
maternity/paternity leave, employee assistance programs, discount
programs, tuition reimbursement program, and
more!
What you'll do
as a Senior Supply Chain Engineer:
- Design and optimize
supply chain networks, including transportation, warehousing, and
distribution strategies.
- Lead cross-functional
projects focused on cost reduction, service improvement,
operational efficiency, and increased
revenue.
- Conduct scenario modeling and
sensitivity analysis to evaluate trade-offs and provide strategic
direction on optimal solutions.
- Utilize
advanced analytics and supply chain design tools (e.g., Optilogic,
Llamasoft, or comparable software) to support data-driven
decision-making.
- Collaborate with internal
stakeholders (Sales/ National Accounts, Business Analyst,
Operations, Procurement, IT, Accounting) and external customers/
supply chain partners to design and implement supply chain
initiatives that increase profitability for KINEXO and provide
value to external partners.
- Develop and
maintain models to support strategic planning, capacity management,
and contingency planning.
- Support the business
development activities as needed to include visits to potential
customers share results from network design
activities.
- Participate as needed in RFI's and
RFP's for new and existing customers.
- Present
findings and recommendations to senior leadership with clear
business cases and ROI analysis.
- Mentor other
supply chain engineers and analysts, fostering a culture of
continuous improvement and
innovation.
Qualifications
you'll bring as a Senior Supply Chain Engineer:
- Bachelor's degree in
Business, Supply Chain Management, Industrial Engineering,
Logistics, or related field (Masters Preferred) with 7+ years' work
experience
- 5+ years of experience in supply
chain, logistics, or operations consulting/ business development
- Proficiency in supply chain modeling tools and
data visualization platforms (e.g., Power BI,
Tableau).
- Strong analytical and problem-solving
skills with experience in Advanced Excel/ Power Query, PowerBI or
Tableau, and knowledge of SQL, Python, or
R
- Excellent communication and presentation
skills.
- Experience with ERP and TMS systems
(e.g., AFS, Mercury Gate. SAP, Oracle,
Manhattan).
- Ability to manage multiple projects
and priorities in a fast-paced
environment.
- This position requires the ability
to read, write, and understand English at a level sufficient to
perform job-related tasks effectively and
safely.
- This includes understanding work
instructions, safety protocols, and communications essential to the
role. The requirement is directly related to the nature of the job
and ensures compliance with workplace safety and operational
standards.
Fit the
following? We want you here!
- Teamwork oriented
- Organized
- Problem solver
- Detailed
Our
roadmap. Our story. We've been
forging our path as a leader in the distribution industry since
1894. Building an expansive nationwide network of team members for
130+ years has allowed us to stay agile for our clients across the
restaurant, retail, and e-commerce industries. We look to the
future and are ready to continue making industry-defining moves by
embracing the newest technology into our practices, continuing team
member training, and emphasizing our people-centered culture.
Candidates may be subject to a background check
and drug screen, in accordance with applicable laws.
All applicants will receive consideration for
employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual
orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or
status as a protected veteran.
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