Campbell's

Associate Director – Logistics Automation Lead

Campbell's

full-time

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Location Type: Remote

Location: New Jersey • United States

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Salary

💰 $125,900 - $181,000 per year

Job Level

Senior

About the role

  • 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.

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.
Applicant Tracking System Keywords

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Hard Skills & Tools
automation technologieslogistics automationproject executionKPI developmentperformance dashboardsAGVsroboticsWMS enhancementscost savingsservice improvements
Soft Skills
analytical skillscommunication skillsdecision makingstakeholder managementchange managementleadershipcollaborationtrainingstrategic thinkingproblem solving