Distribution Optimization Director

Stanley Black & Decker, Inc.•New Britain, CT

1d•$115,800 - $199,800•Hybrid

About The Position

The Distribution Center Optimization Director is responsible for leading the strategic improvement of distribution center operations to enhance efficiency, reduce costs, and improve service levels. This role blends operational leadership with data-driven optimization across the DC network to ensure the center meets or exceeds performance targets while maintaining compliance and safety standards. This role will partner with the logistics team, planning team, and DC operations.

Requirements

Usually 7–10+ years in supply chain, logistics, or IBP/SIOP with experience in managing complex, large-scale distribution operations.
Demonstrated ability to lead large, cross-functional teams and influence technical direction.
Strong knowledge of IBP process and warehouse operations.
Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Engineering, Business, or a related field

Nice To Haves

APICS certification preferred
Master’s degree preferred

Responsibilities

Elevate the deployment function from a tactical execution unit into a strategic, data-driven decision-making hub.
Broaden operational scope beyond traditional DC-to-DC transfers to oversee comprehensive, end-to-end site optimization.
Aggregate complex supply planning data to formulate and execute high-level, long-term logistical strategies.
Bridge communication gaps between corporate supply planning communities and localized on-site operations teams.
Synchronize site-level capabilities with total inbound volumes to maximize daily warehouse receiving efficiency.
Monitor all inbound supply sources including domestic and global manufacturing footprint continuously to identify, predict, and mitigate potential facility bottlenecks.
Govern Stock Transport Orders (STOs) strategically to dynamically meter controllable freight against volatile container and manufacturing influxes.
Establish realistic throughput thresholds by auditing localized constraints and aligning them with corporate push schedules.
Work with supply sources, DCs, and customer facing teams to optimize freight by balancing ship direct vs. ship through DC.