AVP, Warehouse and Delivery (CT)

Martignetti Companies LLC•Stratford, CT

10d•$155,000 - $175,000•Onsite

About The Position

The AVP of Warehouse and Delivery serves as an integral part of the management team reporting to and supporting the SVP of Warehouse and Delivery Operations. The professional in this position will exhibit strong leadership and team building skills to help propel the company to achieve its goals. This role will partner with the SVP of Warehouse and Delivery Operations to support and maximize effectiveness with all warehouse functions including but not limited to, receiving, stocking, picking, loading, and delivering within the facility handling 1.8 to 2 million cases annually. This critical role will tie together all aspects of warehousing and delivery operations. The successful candidate will have proven abilities and credentials to lead, optimize and troubleshoot automation technology, manage various systems, provide guidance to maintenance team and direct day-to-day operations. Our current facility is 80 thousand square feet, operating over 3 shifts with union Teamster labor. This position will help oversee and transfer operations from the current facility into a 200 thousand square foot fully automated facility in the first quarter of fiscal 2027.

Requirements

Solid understanding of OSHA regulations
Excellent communication, coaching and leadership skills
Effectively function in a challenging, fast paced, Union environment
Develop and set policy for interaction with information technology groups
Train, support, and coach next level of management in preparation for advancement
Strong understanding of inventory control and asset protection procedures
Work closely with the safety manager to support all safety initiatives.
Expertise in implementation and optimization of warehousing and delivery automation
A strong change agent who will utilize critical thinking to problem solve
Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Logistics or Industrial Engineering
Ten years’ distribution center experience, wine and spirits industry preferred
Shiraz conveyers, Savanna cranes, Lucas voice pick and AX WMS or other similar systems experience required
Skill in effective, clear and persuasive oral and written communications
Ability to negotiate and administer contracts with outside vendors
Ability to lead, motivate and secure performance of staff positions in achieving key performance goals
Exceptional analytical skills

Nice To Haves

Six Sigma, 8d or alternative problem-solving methodology experience is a plus

Responsibilities

Leads the personal and professional development of management and hourly associates by ensuring the on-going evolution of strong training programs and the opportunity for associates to take advantage of them.
Provides opportunities for associates to participate in a wide range of distribution center functional experiences and to work in our various warehouse facilities and departments.
Performs periodic honest and forthright one-on-one performance reviews throughout the year, helping direct reports and others construct clear personal and professional objectives, and responding appropriately to developmental opportunities.
Details and documents operational changes to solidify a dedicated planning/execution culture within the supply chain organization.
Plans long-range to ensure a steady flow of qualified applicants ready to be promoted from within.
Prepares both short-term operating plans and long-term strategic plans to ensure both quality service and low cost.
Continually maintains established sales, customer service, and delivery expectations.
Establishes and maintains staffing and equipment needs for operation.
Researches new technologies and processes to help the Department achieve its objectives more efficiently.
Ensures inventory accuracy and controls.
Hires, trains, and develops managers and supervisors for the warehouse and delivery operations.
Determines and monitors daily production schedule, establishes priorities and ensures that all tasks are completed accurately and in a timely manner.
Helps prepares realistic operating budgets and the development of both short and long-term plans.
Utilizes and leverages Shiraz, Savanna and Lucas systems to optimize operational throughput.
Identifies and leads implementation of process improvements across the arena.
Works closely with unionized labor force and its representative to maintain a collaborative and cohesive environment.
Assists the Senior Vice President of Warehouse and Delivery Operations in all facets of the operation.
Achieves all established service levels for the warehouse and delivery operations.
Assists to develop and meet annual budget goals and asset protection objectives.
Utilizes best practices to meet customer expectations and successfully manages changes.
Cross-trains all managers to ensure proper department coverage and development.
Works closely with unionized labor force and its representatives to maintain a clean and safe workplace.
Proactively maintains effective communication with all other departments of the Company.
Ensures adherence to all Company policies and procedures as well as to collective bargaining agreements.
Responsible for the preparation of the functional requirements and selection of information technology solutions necessary to support the Department’s objectives.
Partners with Environmental Health and Safety Manager to develop and implement training and safety programs.