Hybrid Product Release Specialist (Irving, TX, US) chez Körber

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Your role in our team

• You will coordinate with the Project Manager to align material release milestones with overall project timelines.
• You will collaborate with the Installation team to understand the material delivery sequence and establish "ready-to-ship" schedules for both internal factories and external suppliers.
• You will work closely with the Engineering team to ensure timely finalization of the Project BOM.
• You will validate material delivery sequences and dates with the Installation team to ensure alignment with installation plans.
• You will verify the accuracy of the Project BOM; regularly track and monitor BOM integrity.
• You will monitor the timeliness of BOM releases; track delays and provide weekly reports to Engineering and Project Management.
• You will ensure all release documentation—including release notes, handover documents, and configuration logs—is complete and accurate.
• You will work with Project Order Configuration management to ensure of BOM material are aligned to project requirement.
• You will escalate project material release risks to Project Managers on a weekly basis.
• You will for new product development projects, ensure the product release schedule is integrated into the overall project timeline.
• You will coordinate with Engineering to ensure the Recommended Spare Parts List is defined, released on time, and included as a project deliverable.
• You will participate in cross-functional meetings to align on scope, schedules, and any potential impacts to project execution.
• You will support the Installation team with resolving material shortages, expediting needs, and addressing availability issues.
• You will maintain detailed records of material release activities for compliance and audit purposes.
• You will travel as required to support on-site release activities and customer implementations.
• You will ensure all deliverables meet quality standards and customer expectations.
• You will perform additional duties as assigned to support successful installation and service execution.

Your profile 

• You have working knowledge and experience on Product and project Bom structure.
• You have engineering knowledge on Product Structure Management.
• You have strong organizational and coordination skills with attention to detail.
• You have ability to manage multiple concurrent release schedules across teams.
• You have clear and professional communication with both technical and non-technical audiences.
• You have basic technical aptitude in reading plans, understanding automation workflows, or working with production documentation.
• You have familiarity with production environments in logistics, automation, or manufacturing is a plus.
• You have strong problem-solving skills and a proactive mindset.
• You have proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Outlook, Word, Teams).
• You have proficiency in SAP
• You have experience working in cross-functional teams and fast-paced environments.
• You have must be able to pass a background check.
• You have 2–5 years of experience in production operations, logistics coordination, release management, or related fields.
• You have experience in parcel logistics, warehouse automation, or industrial operations preferred.Engineering Degree and Knowledge Product Structure Management.

Your benefits

• You will enjoy a flexible work environment that supports your work-life balance; we offer paid time off for parental leave and 22+ days off for personal time and holidays
• You will have access to medical, dental, and vision insurance plans with FSA or HSA options, and a 401(k) plan with a company match of up to six percent
• You are provided with several company-paid benefits, including vision insurance, short and long-term disability, basic life insurance plans, and educational and employee assistance programs

Your working environment at Körber

Körber is pioneering cutting-edge sorting technology and solutions that shape the future of mail and parcel automation across Europe, North America, and Asia. Set new industry standards and champion customer-centric services and solutions with our dynamic parcel logistics team based in Irving, Texas, USA. This role offers a hands-on lab environment with flexibility and exposure to innovative technologies. 

Can you see yourself in this profile? Then Körber is the right place for you. We look forward to getting to know you!

Equal opportunity employer

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and are committed to ensuring equal employment opportunity to all applicants. All hires to our team are based on qualifications, merit, and business needs. It is our policy to give equal employment opportunities to all qualified persons without regard to legally protected characteristics, or any other consideration made unlawful by applicable federal, state/provincial, and/or local law.

Prior to the next step in the recruiting process, we welcome you to inform us confidentially if you may require any special accommodations in order to participate fully in our recruitment experience, please contact us via [email protected]. We work with selected partners and therefore ask recruitment consultancies to refrain from contacting us by mail or telephone.

Disclaimer: The duties listed above are intended only as representation of the essential functions of this position. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position. The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change at the sole discretion of the employer. Nothing in this document alters an employee’s at-will employment status. Please note that the salary information is a general guideline only. Individual compensation will be determined by various factors such as scope and responsibilities of the position, experience, education, skills, location, and market and business considerations. Applications must be submitted via our career site. 

Applicants must be legally authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S., this position is not eligible for Visa Sponsorship.  

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We value diversity and therefore welcome all applicants - regardless of gender, nationality, ethnic or social origin, religion/belief, disability, age, sexual orientation and identity, and any other protected status. 

If you have any questions or technical problems, please send us an e-mail to [email protected]. Judith Lascano is the responsible person for this job advertisement. We work with permanent partners and therefore ask recruitment consultants to refrain from contacting us by e-mail or telephone.