Supply Chain Process Improvement Specialist
KEYENCE Corporation, Chicago, IL, United States
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Supply Chain Process Improvement Specialist
Join KEYENCE as a Supply Chain Process Improvement Specialist
Location:
Itasca, IL (Distribution Center)
Total Compensation (Base + Bonus):
$81,281
As a
Supply Chain Process Improvement Specialist , you will serve as the analytical and continuous improvement lead for KEYENCE Distribution Center operations. This role focuses on performance analysis, root-cause problem solving, and process design—not warehouse supervision. You’ll partner with internal teams and 3PL providers to evaluate how work is performed, identify gaps, and drive measurable improvements in cost, service, quality, and reliability.
Analyze DC performance using KPIs (service, productivity, inventory, cycle time, exceptions)
Identify trends, bottlenecks, and root causes across inbound, outbound, returns, and inventory movement
Lead continuous improvement initiatives (Lean, PDCA) and document current/future-state processes
Drive 3PL accountability through KPI tracking and operational reviews
Support WMS/WCS, process, and equipment issue resolution; manage corrective actions and documentation
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree (Supply Chain, Operations, Business Analytics, or related field preferred)
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills
Ability to work in both office and warehouse environments
Willingness to work occasional overtime or weekends (3–4 times per year)
Ability to lift up to 75 lbs (rarely without assistance)
Steel-toe shoes required on warehouse floor
0–3 years in supply chain, logistics, or operations
Exposure to continuous improvement methods (Lean, PDCA, Kaizen, Six Sigma)
Experience analyzing KPIs and driving process improvements
Familiarity with 3PL environments and DC systems (WMS/WCS)
Strong Excel skills (pivot tables, lookups, analysis) and process mapping tools (Visio preferred)
Working knowledge of safety, OSHA, or HAZMAT standards
What We Offer
Bonus Target: $16,481 annually (performance-based), paid quarterly
Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, 401K match, ~4 weeks PTO in first full year
Career Growth: Promote-from-within culture with base and bonus increases
Recognized by Forbes as one of the
World’s Most Innovative Companies
A global leader in factory automation and quality assurance solutions
Operating profit of over 40% for 25 consecutive years
A culture that invests in your success from day one
KEYENCE is an at-will, Equal Opportunity Employer.
Less than 10% Travel
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Supply Chain Process Improvement Specialist
Join KEYENCE as a Supply Chain Process Improvement Specialist
Location:
Itasca, IL (Distribution Center)
Total Compensation (Base + Bonus):
$81,281
As a
Supply Chain Process Improvement Specialist , you will serve as the analytical and continuous improvement lead for KEYENCE Distribution Center operations. This role focuses on performance analysis, root-cause problem solving, and process design—not warehouse supervision. You’ll partner with internal teams and 3PL providers to evaluate how work is performed, identify gaps, and drive measurable improvements in cost, service, quality, and reliability.
Analyze DC performance using KPIs (service, productivity, inventory, cycle time, exceptions)
Identify trends, bottlenecks, and root causes across inbound, outbound, returns, and inventory movement
Lead continuous improvement initiatives (Lean, PDCA) and document current/future-state processes
Drive 3PL accountability through KPI tracking and operational reviews
Support WMS/WCS, process, and equipment issue resolution; manage corrective actions and documentation
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree (Supply Chain, Operations, Business Analytics, or related field preferred)
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills
Ability to work in both office and warehouse environments
Willingness to work occasional overtime or weekends (3–4 times per year)
Ability to lift up to 75 lbs (rarely without assistance)
Steel-toe shoes required on warehouse floor
0–3 years in supply chain, logistics, or operations
Exposure to continuous improvement methods (Lean, PDCA, Kaizen, Six Sigma)
Experience analyzing KPIs and driving process improvements
Familiarity with 3PL environments and DC systems (WMS/WCS)
Strong Excel skills (pivot tables, lookups, analysis) and process mapping tools (Visio preferred)
Working knowledge of safety, OSHA, or HAZMAT standards
What We Offer
Bonus Target: $16,481 annually (performance-based), paid quarterly
Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, 401K match, ~4 weeks PTO in first full year
Career Growth: Promote-from-within culture with base and bonus increases
Recognized by Forbes as one of the
World’s Most Innovative Companies
A global leader in factory automation and quality assurance solutions
Operating profit of over 40% for 25 consecutive years
A culture that invests in your success from day one
KEYENCE is an at-will, Equal Opportunity Employer.
Less than 10% Travel
Job Segment
Quality Assurance, Technology
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