Distribution Strategy Lead - Piscataway, NJ

Military Spouse Corporate Career Network•Piscataway, NJ

5d•Onsite

About The Position

Join Colgate-Palmolive, a caring, innovative growth company reimagining a healthier future for people, their pets, and our planet. Guided by our core values—Caring, Inclusive, and Courageous—we foster a culture that inspires our people to achieve common goals. Together, let's build a brighter, healthier future for all. Join a global supply chain powerhouse as our Distribution Strategy Lead ready to step directly into the center hub of our logistics operations. As our Distribution Strategy Lead, you will have a direct impact to drive the success of our logistics network by translating high level supply chain strategy into flawless, ground level execution in close collaboration with third parties. This role is for a resilient, proactive professional with end-to-end perspective who welcomes the complexity of the warehouse environment, possesses the fortitude to resolve operational bottlenecks, and thrives in pursuing excellence in efficiency and service delivery balance.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, Business, or a related discipline
6+ years of experience within Supply Chain, Warehousing, or Transportation Logistics
A proven track record of managing high volume third party logistics providers and driving measurable operational turnarounds
Demonstrated project management experience with the ability to orchestrate complex operations under tight timelines

Nice To Haves

High proficiency in SAP, Enterprise WMS, and advanced data visualization tools (Google Suite, Google Data Studio/Looker)
Problem solving skills with a demonstrated ability to synthesize massive, complex datasets into actionable executive insights
Robust relationship management expertise, specifically regarding contract management, SLA enforcement, and strategic vendor negotiations

Responsibilities

Take accountability for the end to end operational flow from inbound logistics to order fulfillment and on-time outbound loading across all assigned third party logistical operated network
Oversee all warehouse related electronic data interchange transactions between WMS and SAP to deliver excellence in inventory management, systems integrity and superior quality controls
Serve as the primary escalation point for major real time operational issues and bottlenecks, keeping the logistics operations flow steady and synchronized when challenges arise
Design and enforce standard operating procedures, quality benchmarks, and robust onboarding metrics to ensure execution excellence and continuous improvement
Deliver comprehensive governance over networking capital by minimizing the exposure to Slow Moving and Obsolete (SLOB) inventory through enhanced analytics and strong collaboration with cross-functional partners team protecting health of the P&L
Lead comprehensive, wall to wall physical inventory counts across all facilities, partnering directly with 3PLs and Corporate Finance and Audit, to safeguard stock valuation and minimize variance
Partner directly with third party logistics providers to optimize workflows, eliminate waste, and exceed Right First Time operational goals
Analyze complex performance data to remove unnecessary costs, boost throughput, and integrate innovative technology into the operation
Spearhead cross-functional strategic initiatives, including complex WMS/SAP system implementations, facility upgrades, and process reengineering