Senior Industrial Engineer

Bertelsmann SE & Co. KGaA

. Collaborate with people at all levels to strengthen the publisher’s supply chain .

Posted 10/27/2026full-timeCrawfordsville • United StatesSenior💰 $80,000 - $120,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in industrial engineering and supply chain operations, with a strong focus on process improvement, automation implementation, and data analysis. Proficient in advanced Excel and project management, with the ability to collaborate across functions and lead cross-functional initiatives.

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Industrial EngineeringSupply Chain OperationsAdvanced Excel SkillsProcess ImprovementWarehouse Management Systems

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Hard Skills

Data AnalysisAutomation ImplementationMaterial Handling SolutionsActivity-Based CostingFlow Chart DevelopmentTime StudiesProject ManagementComplex FormulasOperational ImprovementDistribution Operations

Soft Skills

Analytical SkillsProblem-Solving SkillsWritten CommunicationVerbal CommunicationCollaboration

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft Office SuiteWarehouse Management SystemsAutomation SystemsMaterial Handling Equipment

Industry Keywords

Supply ChainDistributionManufacturingOperational EnvironmentCross-Functional Projects

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Collaborate with people at all levels to strengthen the publisher’s supply chain
Support major operational initiatives across the distribution network
Support large-scale automation and material handling implementation at the Crawfordsville Operations Center
Collaborate across sites on analysis and projects
Contribute to future automation, material handling, and operational improvement initiatives at the Westminster facility and across the network
Evaluate existing processes and identify improvement opportunities
Develop new approaches supporting operational growth and efficiency
Build analyses in Excel and communicate findings clearly
Conduct time studies and develop flow charts
Test system enhancements and train others
Develop activity-based costing and labor models
Support warehouse management system implementations
Design new facilities
Implement new automation and material handling solutions
Manage projects involving distribution operations, data analysis, and process improvement

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience in industrial engineering, supply chain operations, or a related technical field
5–10 years of relevant experience in an industrial engineering, supply chain, distribution, manufacturing, or similarly complex operational environment
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Advanced Excel skills, including experience working with complex formulas
Excellent PC skills, including Microsoft Office Suite
Ability to prioritize work, manage multiple projects, and adapt to changing conditions
Ability to collaborate effectively with colleagues across functions and levels of the organization
Experience leading cross-functional projects
Experience working with external vendors
Experience extracting, analyzing, and summarizing large data sets to communicate findings clearly
Experience implementing and supporting warehouse management systems, automation systems, or material handling equipment
This is an onsite role, Monday through Friday
Some non-standard and weekend work is expected during system implementations
Travel is required as needed based on project work
Travel may include visits to other facilities and implementation sites
Attendance at trade shows and industry conferences may be required

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical benefits beginning on the first day
401(k)
Generous paid time off program
Competitive salary
Professional development through attendance at trade shows and industry conferences