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Associate Director – Logistics Automation Lead

United States, Camden 125900.00 - 181000.00 USD / Year · Job Posted January 07, 2026
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The Associate Director – Logistics Automation will lead the design, deployment, and optimization of automation technologies across our logistics network. This role is responsible for driving strategic automation initiatives that enhance operational efficiency, reduce costs, and improve service levels across warehousing, transportation, and distribution.

Job Responsibility

  • 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

Nice to have

  • Prior experience with logistics automation project execution and implementation
  • Must be proficient in SAP, Excel, Power Point, and Transportation Management System (TMS) platforms
  • Must have 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

What we offer

  • medical
  • dental
  • short and long-term disability
  • AD&D
  • life insurance (for individual, families, and domestic partners)
  • matching 401(k) plan with immediate vesting
  • unlimited sick time
  • paid time off
  • holiday pay
  • free access to the fitness center (if in WHQ)
  • access to on-site day care (operated by Bright Horizons)
  • company store
  • Campbell’s Cares program matches employee donations and/or volunteer activity up to $1,500 annually
  • variety of Employee Resource Groups (ERGs)

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