Director of Distribution & Warehouse - iMPact Business Group
Grand Rapids, MI 49508
About the Job
Our client is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Director of Distribution and Warehouse to lead the operations of their distribution center. This pivotal role will oversee all logistical and operational aspects, ensuring that the processes are optimized to meet business goals, improve efficiency, and maintain a high standard of service.
What you'll do:
- Oversee daily operations for customer picking, staging, and delivery, driving accountability and culture.
- Implement and enforce Safety, Quality, Delivery, and Cost (SQDC) methodologies.
- Manage relationships with third-party lease tenants within the distribution center.
- Optimize facility layout for operational efficiency, in line with lean principles.
- Lead continuous improvement initiatives, focusing on reducing costs and waste.
- Ensure compliance with safety policies and aim for zero incidents.
- Develop, coach, and mentor team members, fostering talent development and addressing performance issues as needed.
Here's what you'll need:
- Experience: Minimum of 10 years in distribution operations across multiple sites or a national footprint; at least 3 years of managerial experience. Proven success in warehouse setup, delivery metrics, and continuous improvement initiatives
- Education: Bachelor's degree in Logistics, Supply Chain, Business Administration, or a related field
- Certifications: Lean Six Sigma (plus)
- Technical Skills: Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, ERP systems, WMS, and dashboard analytics
- Organizational Skills: Ability to handle multiple priorities efficiently and effectively
- Communication Skills: Ability to communicate effectively across a diverse customer-base; good verbal and written communication skills and good interpersonal skills with ability to deal with individuals at all levels, both inside and outside the organization
Here's what you'll need:
- Experience: Minimum of 10 years in distribution operations across multiple sites or a national footprint; at least 3 years of managerial experience. Proven success in warehouse setup, delivery metrics, and continuous improvement initiatives
- Education: Bachelor's degree in Logistics, Supply Chain, Business Administration, or a related field
- Certifications: Lean Six Sigma (plus)
- Technical Skills: Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, ERP systems, WMS, and dashboard analytics
- Organizational Skills: Ability to handle multiple priorities efficiently and effectively
- Communication Skills: Ability to communicate effectively across a diverse customer-base; good verbal and written communication skills and good interpersonal skills with ability to deal with individuals at all levels, both inside and outside the organization
Source : iMPact Business Group