Distribution Center Project Associate Engineer A&F Co.

Job Description:

The Distribution Center Project Associate Engineer supports engineering automation facility capital and continuous improvement initiatives across A&Fs distribution network. This role partners with Operations Facilities Safety Procurement Finance Technology and external vendors to deliver projects that improve productivity operational readiness equipment reliability and distribution center capabilities.

What Will You Be Doing

• Coordinate facility infrastructure automation and capital projects from planning through implementation and operational handoff.
• Manage project schedules budgets approvals vendors contractors purchase orders invoices risks and stakeholder communications.
• Support distribution center modernization initiatives including automation RFID print & apply material handling equipment robotics and other warehouse technologies.
• Assist with the evaluation and implementation of automation solutions such as AS/RS Goods-to-Person systems sortation equipment AMRs and AGVs.
• Partner with Operations and Technology teams to support system integration operational readiness and successful project execution.
• Analyze operational performance and labor productivity to identify and implement continuous improvement opportunities.
• Support peak readiness activities capital planning and future network investments.

What Do You Need to Bring

Education & Experience

• Bachelors degree in Industrial Engineering Mechanical Engineering Supply Chain Operations Management Construction Management or a related field; equivalent experience considered.
• 2 years of experience supporting engineering automation facility capital or continuous improvement projects in distribution logistics manufacturing fulfillment or similar environments.
• Experience coordinating vendors contractors project budgets schedules purchasing activities and project execution.

Knowledge & Skills

• Knowledge of warehouse operations material handling equipment facility infrastructure and industrial engineering principles.
• Familiarity with distribution center technologies including automation RFID robotics sortation systems WMS WES labor management systems and operational analytics tools.
• Strong project management analytical and problem-solving capabilities.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities identify risks and drive projects to completion.
• Effective communication and relationship-building skills with internal stakeholders and external partners.
• Comfortable working in an active distribution center environment while balancing planning and execution.
• Safety-focused detail-oriented and motivated to deliver measurable operational improvements.

Success in This Role

Success in this role is measured by the ability to safely deliver projects improve operational performance strengthen distribution center capabilities and serve as a trusted engineering partner to Operations and Supply Chain leadership.

Benefits & Perks

As an Abercrombie & Fitch Co. (A&F Co.) associate youll be eligible to participate in a variety of benefit programs designed to fit you and your lifestyle. A&F Co. is committed to providing competitive and comprehensive benefits that align with our companys culture and values but most importantly with you! We also provide competitive incentives to reward the commitment our associates have for moving our global business forward:

• Incentive bonus program
• 401(K) savings plan with company match
• Annual companywide review process
• Flexible spending accounts
• Medical dental and vision insurance
• Life and disability insurance
• Associate assistance program
• Paid parental and adoption leave
• Access to fertility and adoption benefits through Carrot
• Access to mental health and wellness app Headspace
• Paid Caregiver Leave
• Mobile Stipend
• Paid time off and one paid volunteer day per year allowing you to give back to your community
• Work from anywhere (Mondays and Fridays are work from anywhere days for most roles and six work from anywhere weeks per year)
• Seven associate wellness half days per year
• Merchandise discount on all of our brands
• Opportunities for career advancement we believe in promoting from within
• Access to multiple Associate Resource Groups
• Global team of people who will celebrate you for being YOU!

Company Description

Abercrombie & Fitch Co. (A&F Co.) is a global digitally led omnichannel specialty retailer of apparel and accessories catering to kids through millennials with assortments curated for their specific lifestyle needs.

The company operates a family of brands including Abercrombie brands and Hollister brands each sharing a commitment to offer products of enduring quality and exceptional comfort that support global customers on their journey to being and becoming who they are. Abercrombie & Fitch Co. operates stores under these brands across North America Europe Asia and the Middle East as well as the e-commerce sites and .

Learn more about A&F Co. by visiting our corporate website here.

ABERCROMBIE & FITCH CO. IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER.

Required Experience:

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