Spinnaker SCA | A company of Publicis Sapient · 6 days ago
Principal Consultant – Warehouse Simulation
United States
Full-time
Remote
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
5+ years expSpinnaker SCA, a Publicis Sapient company, is seeking a Principal Consultant with deep expertise in Warehouse Simulation modeling to lead strategic design and optimization engagements for distribution and fulfillment centers. This is a hands-on consulting role for professionals who thrive at the intersection of data-driven modeling, facility design, and automation strategy.
Management Consulting
Responsibilities
Lead simulation modeling engagements for warehouse and distribution center operations
Develop and validate discrete event simulation models to assess throughput, congestion, staffing, and automation performance
Conduct scenario analysis to evaluate design alternatives, process changes, and automation strategies
Collaborate with clients to define project scope, KPIs, and success metrics
Present findings and recommendations to stakeholders across technical and executive levels
Mentor junior consultants and contribute to internal knowledge sharing
Support proposal development and contribute to solution architecture for new opportunities
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's or Master's degree in Industrial Engineering, Operations Research, Supply Chain, or a related field
5+ Years of building both Discrete Event and Monte Carlo models to model supply chain operations
7+ years of experience in warehouse/distribution center design, operations, or consulting
5+ years of hands-on experience in developing complex models using discrete event simulation models with tools like AnyLogic, FlexSim, or comparable software
Experience in testing and validating simulation models to ensure accuracy and reliability
Proven ability to translate operational data into actionable simulation insights
Ability to create comprehensive technical documentation for models and processes as well as training materials
Experience leading simulation-based design or optimization projects for warehouse or fulfillment environments
Proficient the Linux core utils for completing tasks, and proficient in using Git for version control
Should be capable of deploying these models to cloud platforms where end users will be capable of running them on their own
Strong understanding of warehouse processes, automation systems, and material handling equipment
Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to simplify complex technical concepts for diverse audiences
Willingness to travel based on client engagement needs
Preferred
Experience designing greenfield or retrofit distribution centers
Experience on how to utilize dwg files preferred
Familiarity with warehouse management systems (WMS), automation controls, and layout planning
Exposure to digital twin concepts and emulation of control systems
Proficiency in Python, SQL, or Power BI for data analysis and visualization
Ability to customize and integrate simulation models with other software systems
Proficiency in AutoCad and integration into AnyLogic simulation models, particularly for layouts of distribution facilities
Certifications such as Six Sigma, PMP, or APICS
Experience with project delivery methodologies (Agile, Waterfall, hybrid)
Ability to create insightful visualizations that effectively communicate simulation outcome
Company
Spinnaker SCA | A company of Publicis Sapient
Spinnaker SCA is not like other supply chain consulting firms. We don’t just advise—we also build, implement, and get things done.
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageRecent News
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