Distribution Center Manager

HD Supply•Boston, MA

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Responsible for directing all operation activities in a distribution center environment of approximately 150M or greater in revenue. Responsible for supporting the distribution network by managing redistribution activities of $20M inventory or greater. Responsible for operational excellence and process improvement initiatives; ensuring customers expectations are exceeded; and talent acquisition, development and retention of associates. Operate as a strategic partner with logistics and supply chain management in establishing and adhering to operating budgets. Major Tasks, Responsibilities, and Key Accountabilities Provides effective leadership of others to ensure efficient distribution operations and adherence to policy, procedure and process excellence. Ensures well being of associates through compliance with all safety and Hazmat rules and regulations, legal regulations and human resource policies. Selects, develops, and manages performance of direct and indirect reports. Ensures appropriate staffing levels by effectively forecasting resources needed to meet service, financial and operational requirements. Oversees carrier services and dedicated delivery processes. Partners with support staff to ensure compliance with all DOT regulations. Develops annual operating budgets in support of the company's financial goals and responsible for P&L management. Completes cost justification and determines ROI. Controls cost through process improvement initiatives, productivity of personnel, efficient utilization of space and protection of stored materials. Ensures protection and accuracy of inventory by adhering to all inventory control processes and procedures. Protects the well-being of associates and environment by ensuring a culture of safety awareness and strict compliance to all EHS and Hazmat policies and procedures. Nature and Scope Solutions require analysis and investigation. Achieves planned results by decisions and actions based on professional methods, business principles, and practical experience. May recommend/make decisions regarding new programs/initiatives that have significant impact to the business and carry consequences in unsuccessful endeavors. Manages a larger team or multiple small teams through direction of subordinate management and/or supervisory staff. Work Environment Located in a comfortable indoor area. Conditions could produce mild discomfort on occasion. Most of the time is spent sitting in the same position or standing/walking and/or there is some requirement to lift or handle material or equipment of moderate weight (8-20 pounds). Typically requires overnight travel 5% to 20% of the time.

Requirements

Typically requires BS/BA in a related discipline.
Generally 7+ years of experience in a related field.
May require certification.
Advanced degree may offset less experience in some disciplines.

Responsibilities

Directing all operation activities in a distribution center environment of approximately 150M or greater in revenue.
Supporting the distribution network by managing redistribution activities of $20M inventory or greater.
Operational excellence and process improvement initiatives
Talent acquisition, development and retention of associates.
Operate as a strategic partner with logistics and supply chain management in establishing and adhering to operating budgets.
Provides effective leadership of others to ensure efficient distribution operations and adherence to policy, procedure and process excellence.
Ensures well being of associates through compliance with all safety and Hazmat rules and regulations, legal regulations and human resource policies.
Selects, develops, and manages performance of direct and indirect reports.
Ensures appropriate staffing levels by effectively forecasting resources needed to meet service, financial and operational requirements.
Oversees carrier services and dedicated delivery processes.
Partners with support staff to ensure compliance with all DOT regulations.
Develops annual operating budgets in support of the company's financial goals and responsible for P&L management.
Completes cost justification and determines ROI.
Controls cost through process improvement initiatives, productivity of personnel, efficient utilization of space and protection of stored materials.
Ensures protection and accuracy of inventory by adhering to all inventory control processes and procedures.
Protects the well-being of associates and environment by ensuring a culture of safety awareness and strict compliance to all EHS and Hazmat policies and procedures.