Manufacturing Project and Program Management Analyst III

Daimler Truck North America

Project Manager optimizing warehouse operations and leading continuous improvement initiatives in fast-paced distribution centers. Collaborating across teams to enhance productivity and drive innovative solutions.

Posted 5/20/2026full-timeFort Mill • South Carolina, Texas • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $104,000 - $133,000 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead cross-functional optimization projects focused on warehouse operations, material flow, labor productivity, inventory movement, and operational efficiency
Partner with operations leadership and frontline teams to identify process bottlenecks, flow disruptors, and operational pain points
Analyze current-state workflows and develop data-driven recommendations for process improvements
Drive continuous improvement initiatives using Lean, Six Sigma, and Industrial Engineering methodologies
Identify opportunities to leverage AI, automation, and advanced analytics to improve operational performance and decision-making
Support warehouse layout optimization, slotting strategies, storage utilization, and labor balancing initiatives
Develop project plans, timelines, business cases, and implementation strategies for operational improvements
Coordinate with IT, engineering, warehouse systems, and operational stakeholders to execute improvement initiatives
Monitor project performance, KPIs, and ROI metrics to ensure expected benefits are achieved
Facilitate change management activities and support operational adoption of new processes and technologies
Conduct operational studies related to throughput, travel reduction, staffing models, productivity, and process standardization
Present findings, recommendations, and project updates to leadership teams in a clear and professional manner

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree
Minimum of 5 years of experience leading operational optimization or continuous improvement projects
Strong experience within distribution center, warehouse, or supply chain operations environments
Demonstrated ability to independently manage multiple projects and priorities in a fast-paced operational environment
Experience analyzing operational data and translating findings into actionable process improvements
Strong problem-solving, analytical, and organizational skills
Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities
Exceptional Candidates Might Have Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Supply Chain, Operations Management, or related field
Warehouse leadership experience or direct warehouse operations experience
Experience with warehouse management systems (WMS), labor management systems, or material handling automation
Exposure to AI tools, automation technologies, or advanced operational analytics
Manufacturing engineering or industrial engineering background
Lean Six Sigma certification or equivalent continuous improvement experience
Experience supporting automation, goods-to-person systems, or material handling equipment initiatives

Benefits

Comp & perks

annual bonus program
401k company contribution with company match up to 6 % as well as non-elective company contribution of 3 - 7% depending on age
starting at 4 weeks paid vacation
15 calendar holidays
8 weeks paid parental leave
employee assistance program
comprehensive healthcare plans and wellness programs
onsite fitness (at some locations)
tuition assistance and volunteer paid time off
short-term and long-term disability plans

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Hard Skills & Tools

operational optimizationcontinuous improvementdata analysisLean methodologySix Sigmaindustrial engineeringproject managementprocess standardizationKPI monitoringROI metrics

Soft Skills

problem-solvinganalytical skillsorganizational skillscommunicationstakeholder managementchange managementleadershipprioritizationpresentation skillscollaboration

Certifications

Lean Six Sigma certificationBachelor’s degreeBachelor’s degree in Industrial EngineeringBachelor’s degree in Manufacturing EngineeringBachelor’s degree in Supply ChainBachelor’s degree in Operations Management