Warehouse Start-up Consultant (5581)

Our client, a large industrial engine manufacturer is looking for a warehouse consultant to help upgrade their warehouse operations.  The business focus is changing from OEM to aftermarket and they are looking to align warehouse operations to the business.  

The consultant will be responsible for developing and implementing an overall improvement program addressing

• processes
• layout
• leveraging Oracle WMS

Consultant must have 

• Deep expertise in warehouse ops
• Experience working in similar environment (union, large engineered parts, 60K+sf warehouse, 25 FTE)
• Track record of effecting change, working on warehouse floor - not just strategic plannning

Timing - start as soon as identified; likely 3 - 6 mos depending on performance (company is hiring a director of warehousing)

Mostly on site in WI, ~1.5 hours from O'Hare