Distribution Manager II

Bio-Rad Laboratories • Hilltop Mall, CA

78d • $149,000 - $204,800

About The Position

Reporting to the America's Logistics Director has overall responsibility for leadership of Bio-Rad's key Distribution Center in Richmond CA, delivering cost and service results in alignment with the company's strategy and operating model. Responsibilities include but are not limited to distribution, inventory control, material handling, import/export, shipping, and warehousing.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent in a related field in Logistics or Warehousing.
• 15+ years of increasingly responsible managerial level experience managing Distribution for a multinational/international organization.
• Advanced skills in ERP/EWM/WM (SAP) distribution/logistics systems and tools.
• Expertise in logistics management and global distribution operations.
• Solid logistics vendor management and negotiations skills.
• Thorough understanding of OSHA and hazardous/dangerous goods regulations and practices.
• Proficient in utilizing Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, PowerPoint, Excel, Word) at intermediate level.
• Strong verbal/written communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proven project/program management capabilities.
• Demonstrated effective leadership skills.
• Experience executing Lean Six Sigma Projects.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Experience with Activity Based Costing.

Nice To Haves

• ASCM / APICS: CPIM or CLTD preferred.
• Lean Six Sigma Green Belt Certification preferred.
• Master's degree or equivalent a plus.

Responsibilities

• Measure, evaluate and improve Key Distribution Operations Performance Indicators including but not limited to Safety, Quality, On-Time Shipping, On Time Receiving, Shipping Accuracy, Bin Accuracy.
• Reduce Net Scrap by reducing warehouse related scraps and cycle count discrepancies.
• Manage material flow, storage, global order fulfillment and export order entry/inventory transfers of Finished Goods and Global Spare Parts inventories.
• Collaborate with stakeholders across the organization to manage and improve On Time Shipping (OTIF) and Back orders.
• Proactively respond to internal and external customer expectations including end customers, Customer service, CDG and LSG business units.
• Implement strategic policies for obtaining long and short-term results.
• Lead multi-group and/or divisional strategic initiatives and projects, oversee and monitor distribution business performance.
• Partner with stakeholders across Supply Planning, Procurement, Finance, and Global Trade on cross functional initiatives.
• Monitor and report department performance data to identify, avoid or mitigate potential risks.
• Prepare and manage cost center budgets and expenses.
• Identify, plan and implement cost saving projects across labor, supplies, facility and transportation.
• Manage key service providers and ensure supply chain costs are accurate and competitive.
• Negotiate and manage key suppliers and services for Distribution operations.
• Evaluate/improve system functionality and effectiveness to support customer and operational goals.
• Ensure compliance to all Distribution operations related to regulations, procedures and policies.
• Prepare and lead warehouse improvement plans to advance operational efficiencies.
• Coordinate and lead Monthly Business Reviews with GSC Leadership and key Service Provider.

Benefits

• Competitive medical plans for you and your family.
• Free HSA funds.
• New fertility offering with stipend.
• Group life and disability.
• Paid parental leave.
• 401k plus profit sharing.
• Employee stock purchase program.
• New upgraded and streamlined mental health platform.
• Extensive learning and development opportunities.
• Education benefits.
• Student debt relief program.
• Pet insurance.
• Wellness challenges and support.
• Paid time off.
• Employee Resource Groups (ERG's).

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Industry: Computer and Electronic Product Manufacturing
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree