Job Description for Industrial Engineer

About Perry Ellis International

Perry Ellis International, Inc. represents a diverse portfolio of lifestyle apparel brands. The Company, through its wholly owned subsidiaries owns and licenses nationally and with a brand portfolio of over 42 Brands domestically and internationally recognized brands including: Perry Ellis®, Original Penguin® by Munsingwear®, Laundry by Shelli Segal®, Rafaella®, Cubavera®, Ben Hogan®, Savane®, Grand Slam®, John Henry®, Manhattan®, Axist® and Farah®. The Company enhances its roster of brands by licensing trademarks from third parties, including: Nike®  for swimwear, and Callaway®, PGA TOUR®, and Jack Nicklaus® for golf apparel. 

Position Summary

We are seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Industrial Engineer to join our team at our corporate headquarters in Doral, Florida. In this role, you will be responsible for analyzing, designing, and implementing efficient systems and processes across our distribution, warehousing, and supply chain operations. You will leverage data-driven insights, engineered standards, and continuous improvement methodologies to optimize workflows, reduce costs, maximize space utilization, and enhance overall operational productivity.

Key Responsibilities

Process Optimization & Efficiency

• Analyze end-to-end warehousing, logistics, and distribution processes to identify bottlenecks and areas for improvement.
• Design, test, and implement streamlined workflows and standard operating procedures (SOPs) to maximize throughput and minimize waste.
• Conduct time and motion studies to establish accurate labor standards and performance benchmarks.

Facility & Systems Design

• Evaluate current facility layouts and recommend spatial optimizations for inventory storage, slotting, and material handling.
• Collaborate with IT and Operations to integrate and optimize Warehouse Management Systems (WMS) and other automated supply chain technologies.
• Justify and manage capital expenditure (CapEx) projects related to new equipment, automation, or facility upgrades.

Data Analytics & Reporting

• Utilize statistical analysis and data modeling to forecast capacity constraints, labor requirements, and operational costs.
• Develop and maintain operational KPIs and dashboards to provide actionable insights to leadership.
• Perform root-cause analysis on operational variances and supply chain inefficiencies.

Continuous Improvement

• Champion a culture of continuous improvement by leading Lean, Six Sigma, or 5S initiatives.
• Partner with cross-functional teams (including Supply Chain, IT, and Warehouse Management) to execute strategic corporate initiatives.

Qualifications & Skills

Education & Experience

• Degree: Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering, Supply Chain Engineering, or a closely related engineering discipline.
• Experience: 3–5 years of experience in industrial engineering, ideally within an apparel, retail, distribution, or fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG) environment.
• Certifications: Lean or Six Sigma Green/Black Belt certification is highly preferred.

Technical Skills

• Proficiency with Warehouse Management Systems (WMS) and Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) software.
• Advanced proficiency in data analysis tools (such as Excel, SQL, Tableau, or Power BI).
• Strong working knowledge of AutoCAD or similar layout design software.

Core Competencies

• Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and critical-thinking capabilities.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate effectively with both executive leadership and warehouse associates.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.

Physical Demands & Work Environment

• This position operates primarily in a professional corporate office environment in Doral, FL, but requires regular time spent on-site within distribution and warehouse environments.
• Ability to stand, walk, and observe operations on the warehouse floor for extended periods.