Compliance Process Owner Manager

S&S Activewear LLC•Bolingbrook, IL

8h•Remote

About The Position

Strategic and results-driven Distribution Performance & Continuous Improvement Manager to drive operational excellence across our distribution network. This role is responsible for identifying and implementing process improvements, enhancing compliance and training programs, and using data to uncover insights that optimize productivity, safety, and service levels. The ideal candidate will serve as a key cross-functional leader, influencing positive change and fostering a culture of continuous improvement throughout the organization.

Requirements

Preferred Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Operations Management, Engineering, or related field.
10+ Experience leading training or compliance programs in a distribution or manufacturing environment.
5+ years of experience in warehouse or distribution operations, with a focus on continuous improvement or operational excellence.
Strong knowledge of Lean, Six Sigma, Kaizen, or similar process improvement methodologies (certification preferred).
Proven ability to analyze complex data and translate it into actionable insights.
Excellent communication, facilitation, and leadership skills.

Nice To Haves

Experience with WMS, LMS, and BI tools such as Power BI or Tableau.
Demonstrated success managing cross-site initiatives.
Ability to influence and lead through change across multiple levels of the organization.

Responsibilities

Lead the identification, development, and execution of continuous improvement initiatives across all distribution centers.
Apply Lean, Six Sigma, and other CI methodologies to reduce waste, improve processes, and increase throughput.
Benchmark internal and external best practices and integrate relevant learnings into operational processes.
Ensure consistent adherence to safety, quality, and regulatory standards across all facilities.
Drive the adoption of standard operating procedures (SOPs) and audit regularly for compliance.
Partner with safety, HR, and operational leadership to maintain and evolve a culture of accountability and discipline.
Design, implement, and enhance training programs & content for warehouse associates, supervisors, and leadership focused on operational skills, safety, and best practices.
Measure training effectiveness through KPIs, feedback loops, and continuous feedback cycles.
Identify skill gaps and recommend targeted training to close performance gaps.
Build and manage performance dashboards and KPIs to monitor operational efficiency, service levels, labor productivity, and cost drivers.
Use root cause analysis to investigate performance gaps and lead cross-functional efforts to resolve them.
Collaborate with IT and analytics teams to ensure the right tools and data visibility are in place for decision-making.