Senior Industrial Engineer
full-time•India
About this role
The Supply Chain Operations team plays a critical role in enabling the end-to-end supply chain ecosystem. We are responsible for managing key business processes and supporting the development and execution of capabilities that enhance operational efficiency, accuracy, and responsiveness. Our team is collaborative, data-driven, and focused on delivering value through continuous improvement and strategic planning.
Job Summary
As a Sr. Industrial Engineer, you will be responsible for designing and optimizing Target’s supply chain processes and facilities. You will combine process improvement expertise with automation and material flow design to deliver efficient, scalable, and safe supply chain solutions. This role requires strong problem-solving, analytical, and cross-functional collaboration skills to drive innovation and operational excellence.
Key Responsibilities
Analyze operations processes to identify inefficiencies, bottlenecks, and automation opportunities.
Create process maps, workflows, and facility layouts that optimize material flow and space utilization.
Define throughput, storage, and capacity requirements to meet business needs.
Model material and information flow to test cycle times and identify constraints.
Specify storage and handling solutions aligned with product velocity and service goals.
Identify and evaluate automation and robotics technologies; assess feasibility with vendors.
Develop cost models, including capital and operating expenses, for alternative design options.
Prepare and review technical RFPs; qualify proposals and recommend optimal solutions.
Ensure designs comply with all safety, regulatory, and operational standards.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams (engineering, operations, facilities, vendors) to deliver design solutions.
Support pilots and implementation of new processes and automation initiatives.
Provide dashboards, reporting, and documentation to monitor and sustain process performance.
Qualifications & Skills
Bachelor’s in Industrial, Mechanical, Production, or Supply Chain Engineering. Master’s preferred.
3+ years in process design, automation engineering, or supply chain facility design.
Proficiency in CAD and simulation tools (AutoCAD, FlexSim, AnyLogic, or similar).
Knowledge of Lean, Six Sigma, or Business Process Re-engineering frameworks.
Strong analytical skills; proficiency in Excel, SQL, or Python is a plus.
Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and vendor engagement skills.
Key Behaviours & Competencies:
Strong leadership and coaching capabilities with a focus on team development.
Excellent stakeholder management and influencing skills across all levels of the organization.
Strategic mindset with the ability to translate data into actionable insights.
Effective communicator with the ability to simplify complex concepts for diverse audiences.
Comfortable navigating ambiguity and driving clarity in dynamic environments.
Other facts
Tech stack
Process Improvement,Automation Engineering,Supply Chain Design,CAD,Simulation Tools,Lean,Six Sigma,Analytical Skills,Excel,SQL,Python,Communication Skills,Stakeholder Management,Vendor Engagement,Leadership,Coaching
About Target
Target is one of the world’s most recognized brands and one of America’s leading retailers. We make Target our guests’ preferred shopping destination by offering outstanding value, inspiration, innovation and an exceptional guest experience that no other retailer can deliver. Target is committed to responsible corporate citizenship, ethical business practices, environmental stewardship and generous community support. Since 1946, we have given 5 percent of our profits back to our communities. Our goal is to work as one team to fulfill our unique brand promise to our guests, wherever and whenever they choose to shop.
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Team size: 10,001+ employees
Website: www.target.com/careers
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Industry: Retail
Founding Year: 1962
What you'll do
- As a Senior Industrial Engineer, you will design and optimize supply chain processes and facilities, focusing on efficiency and safety. You will analyze operations to identify inefficiencies and create solutions that enhance operational performance.
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