Senior Manager, Supply Chain Engineering

Description DIVE IN TO A NEW CAREER WITH LESLIE'S: Founded in 1963, Leslie's is the largest and most trusted direct-to-consumer brand in the U.S. pool and spa care industry. We serve the aftermarket needs of residential and professional consumers with an extensive and largely exclusive assortment of essential pool and spa care products. We operate an integrated ecosystem of 900+ retail locations, backyard service and repair, a robust digital platform, and manufacturing and distribution divisions across 35+ states—enabling consumers to engage with Leslie’s whenever, wherever, and however they prefer to shop. With over 60 years of providing best-in-class products and solutions to our customers, there is nothing that we value more than the development and growth of our team. We strive to create a positive and fun atmosphere where our Team Members feel valued and are enthusiastic about the contributions they make to the success of Leslie's. This position is not open to agency submissions. This position is based at our corporate office in Phoenix, AZ, and follows a hybrid work schedule. Remote work is not available for this role. Candidates must reside within commuting distance, as relocation assistance is not provided. Additionally, applicants must be authorized to work in the United States without the need for current or future employer-sponsored visa support. Job Overview: The Senior Manager, Supply Chain Engineering is a hands-on engineering and execution role responsible for driving operational improvement across Leslie’s distribution and logistics network. This individual applies industrial engineering principles — facility layout, process engineering, network optimization, and capital project development — to identify, quantify, and implement supply chain improvements. The role owns a structured initiative pipeline and leads cross-functional project execution from scoping through delivery. The Senior Manager works directly in the operations — conducting site-level analysis, developing engineering models, and driving projects in partnership with DC Operations, Transportation, Logistics, IT, and Supply Chain Analytics. Responsibilities : Supply Chain Engineering & Network Optimization Conduct facility layout, slotting, and process flow analysis across the DC network to improve pick efficiency, labor productivity, and space utilization. Perform network flow modeling to identify lowest-cost distribution configurations and evaluate capacity, expansion, and consolidation scenarios. Develop engineering-based business cases for capital investments — including equipment, automation, and facility improvements — with supporting ROI, labor impact, and throughput analysis. Apply industrial engineering methods (time study, simulation, process mapping) to identify waste, standardize operations, and justify improvement investments. Evaluate DC bypass, direct-from-vendor fulfillment, and milk run opportunities through structured network and cost modeling. Project Management & Initiative Execution Own and maintain a prioritized supply chain initiative roadmap, translating engineering findings and operational gaps into structured, executable projects. Lead end-to-end project execution — defining scope, milestones, resource requirements, and measurable outcomes aligned to operational and financial targets. Coordinate cross-functional project teams spanning DC Operations, Transportation, Procurement, IT, and Vendor Compliance. Prepare and deliver business cases, project updates, and post-implementation results for VP and senior leadership. Proactively identify risks, dependencies, and blockers — driving resolution without escalation where possible. Systems & Process Improvement Partner with IT and operations teams to identify process and data capture gaps that limit supply chain visibility or execution effectiveness. Support WMS, ERP, and planning system enhancements by providing operational requirements, process documentation, and implementation support. Develop reusable engineering standards, process templates, and operational playbooks that scale across the distribution network. Champion continuous improvement discipline — building structured feedback loops between site operations and the initiative roadmap. Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering, Engineering Management, Supply Chain Engineering, or a related engineering discipline. 5+ years of experience in industrial engineering, supply chain engineering, or operations engineering — with direct DC or logistics network exposure. Demonstrated hands-on experience in facility layout, slotting optimization, process engineering, or network flow analysis. Proven ability to develop and deliver capital project business cases with quantified ROI and operational impact. Strong project management skills — able to lead cross-functional initiatives from scoping through execution and results tracking. Proficiency in Excel modeling; experience with engineering analysis tools, simulation software, or optimization platforms a plus. Strong communication skills — able to translate engineering findings into clear operational and financial recommendations for senior leadership.  Leslie's provides a robust benefits package, including: Comprehensive medical, pharmacy, dental, & vision plan options. Health savings account (with enrollment in the high deductible health plan option). Health & dependent care flexible spending accounts. Company-paid basic life and AD&D insurance. Voluntary supplemental life insurance. Company-paid short-term disability and voluntary long-term disability insurance. Pre-tax and Roth 401(k) with company match. Paid vacation, sick, and bereavement leave. Paid holidays, including a floating personal day. Employee assistance and wellness programs. Earned Wage access is available, allowing early access to a portion of your earned wages before payday. Product discounts at Leslie’s Retail stores. Leslie’s recognizes a critical component to our continued success is our people.   Leslie’s is proud to have a culture of inclusion that seeks to celebrate and embrace the different backgrounds and perspectives that help drive our success and support team members in developing and growing with us. We aim to create a workplace where all team members feel welcomed and valued and inspire each other every day.