Distribution Strategy Lead (Supply Chain) - Piscataway NJ - to $137,000

Intermedia Group • Piscataway, NJ

17h • Onsite

About The Position

The Distribution Strategy Lead translates high-level supply chain strategy into ground-level execution across a third-party logistics network. The role is accountable for end-to-end operational flow, from inbound logistics through order fulfillment and on-time outbound loading, and serves as the primary escalation point for significant operational issues and bottlenecks.

The position oversees warehouse-related EDI transactions between WMS and SAP to support inventory management, systems integrity, and quality controls. It establishes standard operating procedures, quality benchmarks, and onboarding metrics; manages inventory exposure to slow-moving and obsolete stock; and leads physical inventory counts in partnership with 3PLs, Corporate Finance, and Audit.

The Distribution Strategy Lead works with logistics providers to optimize workflows, reduce waste and costs, improve throughput and right-first-time performance, and introduce technology. The role also leads cross-functional strategic projects such as WMS/SAP implementations, facility upgrades, and process reengineering. The employer is described as a global consumer products company operating in more than 200 countries, with products in personal care, home care, skin care, and pet nutrition.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, Business, or a related discipline.
• At least 6 years of experience in supply chain, warehousing, or transportation logistics.
• Proven track record managing high-volume third-party logistics providers and driving measurable operational turnarounds.
• Demonstrated project management experience and ability to orchestrate complex operations under tight timelines.

Nice To Haves

• High proficiency in SAP, enterprise WMS, and advanced data visualization tools such as Google Suite and Google Data Studio/Looker.
• Problem-solving skills and ability to synthesize complex datasets into actionable executive insights.
• Relationship management expertise, particularly in contract management, SLA enforcement, and strategic vendor negotiations.

Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end operational flow across assigned third-party logistics facilities, from inbound logistics through order fulfillment and on-time outbound loading.
• Oversee warehouse-related EDI transactions between WMS and SAP to support inventory management, systems integrity, and quality controls.
• Serve as the primary escalation point for major real-time operational issues and bottlenecks.
• Design and enforce standard operating procedures, quality benchmarks, and onboarding metrics.
• Manage working capital and reduce exposure to slow-moving and obsolete inventory through analytics and cross-functional collaboration.
• Lead physical inventory counts across facilities in partnership with 3PLs, Corporate Finance, and Audit.
• Partner with third-party logistics providers to optimize workflows, eliminate waste, and improve right-first-time performance.
• Analyze performance data to reduce costs, increase throughput, and integrate technology into operations.
• Lead cross-functional strategic initiatives, including WMS/SAP implementations, facility upgrades, and process reengineering.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level