Director Engineering-Supply Chain at Dollar Tree

Chesapeake, Virginia, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Senior (5 to 8 years), Expert & Leadership (9+ years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

Supply Chain, Retail, LogisticsIndustries

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in industrial engineering, Supply Chain, Business, or related field; master’s preferred
Master’s degree and/or MOST certification are strongly preferred
Lean certification, blackbelt preferred
12+ years of progressive leadership experience in supply chain engineering, network design, or operations
5+ years in a leadership role with direct oversight of LMS, WMS implementations and optimization
Demonstrated ability to lead Engineers, PMO, and analytics teams with measurable results
Deep knowledge of leading LMS (Argent, and Blue Yonder preferred) and WMS platforms (Catalyst)
Strong background in labor engineering, productivity analytics
Willingness to travel 30–50% depending on business needs

Responsibilities

Provide strategic leadership over the design, implementation and governance of engineered labor standards using LMS across all distribution centers
Oversee WMS optimization & continuous improvement initiatives to enhance order fulfillment, slotting strategies and overall warehouse efficiency
Lead a team of industrial engineers and data analysts to execute projects aligned with Supply Chain performance goals
Drive operational standardization across DCs, including engineered labor standards and Labor Management Systems (LMS)
Improve facility and field engineering processes using lean methodologies
Define and track key performance metrics, driving accountability for labor productivity, throughput, space utilization and service levels
Collaborate with site leadership to roll out new tools, standards and system enhancements ensuring effective adoption and compliance
Lead the design and optimization of our end-to-end supply chain network
Develop network strategies to support future growth, service level expectations and cost objectives
Build and maintain network models to evaluate scenarios related to facility placement, capacity needs and transportation efficiency
Manage and develop the Supply Chain Analytics team responsible for producing insights, reporting and analysis
Leverage tools such as SQL, Tableau, Power BI to drive decision making
Achieve network-wide cost savings through DC footprint optimization, long-range capacity planning, and labor management integration
Partner with leadership in Operations, Transportation, Finance, IT and Inventory to align strategies and coordinate implementation
Provide executive level updates, scenario modeling and business cases to support capital investment and operational decisions
Secure Board and Finance Committee approval for multi-year long-range plans, aligning supply chain strategy with enterprise growth goals
Mentor and develop high-performing engineering, and analytics teams focused on value creation, quality, and scalability

Skills

LMS

WMS

Supply Chain Analytics

PMO

Network Design

Lean Methodologies

Industrial Engineering

Data Analysis

Project Management

Dollar Tree

Value retailer offering low-cost everyday items

About Dollar Tree

Dollar Tree operates over 8,000 stores and 25 distribution centers, providing a variety of products such as party supplies, home décor, health and beauty items, seasonal goods, and food at low prices. The company sources its merchandise globally, allowing it to offer high-value items that appeal to customers looking for affordable everyday and holiday essentials. Unlike many retailers, Dollar Tree maintains a strict pricing model where most items are priced at one dollar, which helps attract a diverse customer base. The company's goal is to adapt to market changes while ensuring customer satisfaction through a dedicated workforce and creative strategies.

Chesapeake, VirginiaHeadquarters

1986Year Founded

IPOCompany Stage

Consumer GoodsIndustries

10,001+Employees

Risks

Increased competition from Dollarama could impact Dollar Tree's market share.

The multi-price strategy might alienate traditional Dollar Tree customers.

Economic pressures could reduce demand for non-essential product lines.

Differentiation

Dollar Tree offers a wide range of products at extreme value prices.

The company sources merchandise globally to provide high-value items at low costs.

Dollar Tree operates over 8,000 stores across the U.S. and Canada.

Upsides

Expansion of private label brands can increase profit margins and customer loyalty.

Enhancing e-commerce capabilities can capture a larger share of the online retail market.

Partnerships with local suppliers can reduce supply chain disruptions.

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