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Durham, North Carolina, United States
Onsite
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Peter Millar was founded in 2001 with a single cashmere sweater offered in 24 colors. Based in Raleigh and Durham, North Carolina, the American lifestyle brand has grown to include luxury performance sportswear, seasonal resort and country club apparel, sophisticated classics, casually refined tailored clothing and sartorial accessories.
We strive to capture timeless style upgraded with signature innovations, in designs that are in tune with modern life. We embrace working hard, being kind and doing right by our customers, aiming to set a higher standard for the apparel industry.
The Logistics Engineering Co-Op (January 12, 2027 – May 7, 2027) in our Durham, NC office offers hands-on experience driving operational excellence and continuous improvement within a fast-paced distribution environment.
In this role, you will partner closely with the Logistics and Leadership teams to analyze system and performance data, translate insights into actionable recommendations, and help shape data-driven decisions across the site. You’ll build and maintain dashboards and BI tools that simplify complex analysis for broader use, while also supporting initiatives that improve efficiency, accuracy, and throughput.
You will play a key role in projects that directly impact site performance. Ranging from process validation and root cause analysis to layout redesign and material handling improvements. This is a highly visible opportunity to contribute to real-world solutions, develop technical and analytical skills, and gain exposure to Lean and continuous improvement methodologies in a collaborative, team-oriented setting.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
Validate system data for time studies, historical data analysis and process review to determine validity of proposed process changes
Analyze business/performance metrics and impacts across the site and develop BI tools to make analysis repeatable for less technical users
Create and maintain dashboard measures to support senior management
Identify barriers to performance and assist Leadership Team in identifying/analyzing root cause and effect and develop action plans to resolve
Support all continuous improvement initiatives in Logistics with idea generation, leading improvement teams, idea gathering from floor workers, etc.
Lead testing and validation of system enhancements
Execute projects including layout redesign and material handling improvements
Create/maintain procedures, guides, and process documentation
COMPETENCIES:
Excellent data analysis skills through Excel and BI type tools
Database / SQL knowledge
Excellent organizational skills /detail oriented
Exposure to analytical, reasoning, and problem-solving methods (Lean, Six Sigma, A3, etc.)
Self-directed, task oriented, and flexible in fast-paced distribution environment
Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals
Strong communication skills (written & verbal)
Problem-solve and develop ideas and suggestions for process improvements.
Ability to maintain and build effective relationships with cross-functional team
Ability to stand up to 8-10 hours during shift
Ability to lift up to 20 pounds periodically
DESIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
Progressing toward a BS Industrial Systems Engineering or equivalent engineering experience
If you like wild growth and working with happy, enthusiastic over-achievers, you'll enjoy your career with us!
Peter Millar & G/FORE are equal opportunity employers. In accordance with anti-discrimination law, it is the purpose of this policy to effectuate these principles and mandates. Both Peter Millar & G/FORE prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type and they afford equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, gender, age, national origin, genetic information, marital status, disability status, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by law. Both Peter Millar & G/FORE comply with applicable state, county and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment.
