Regional Sr Dir of Operations

JCPenney • Dallas, TX

4d • $235,000 - $250,000

About The Position

Supply Chain Regional Facility Operations Sr. Director
Catalyst Brands reflects the bringing together the rich heritages of our brands with modern excitement and a new vision for success. Six iconic brands came together under a unified powerhouse portfolio to celebrate the essence of American style. We will leverage our rich history, resources and best-in-class industry talent to further build the success of our brands. At Catalyst we are united in one shared purpose: We exist to ignite America’s most beloved retail brands to make fashion accessible to all.

Requirements

• 12-15 years’ experience in major distribution center activity involving progressive managerial responsibility in center operations, including at least 2 years’ experience as an Operations Manager or Store Support Center Manager.
• Decision making, communications, building talent, leading people, drive for results.
• Requires advanced management skills to direct complex operations in an efficient, effective manner and maintain a high level of associate morale and productivity.
• Includes knowledge of government regulations, ergonomics, and diversity. Strong understanding of financial statements, activity-based costing and productivity drivers; ability to build strong budgets, trend analysis and forecasting
• Solid working knowledge of supply chain industry practices and standards; knowledge of the details of the facility operating environment, including the impact of outside factors on its expense structure.
• College degree or equivalent business experience preferred

Responsibilities

• Reports to Vice President of Supply Chain, responsible for execution and coordination across all 9 of the company’s distribution Centers supporting both Stores and ecomm Fulfillment.
• Manages the administration, operations, service and staffing for the Logistics Centers to ensure efficient, accurate and timely shipments to customers and Stores.
• Coordinates all activities of the Logistics Centers, through General Managers at each site, effectively communicating the Company’s objectives, and presents operational issues to Supply Chain support management for process improvement.
• Manages and evaluates the quality of service provided by the Centers through review and analysis of data and reports to ensure high service standards and operating efficiencies.
• Directs the Team on activities and processes that enable our strategy of Customer First Service ensuring that merchandise is delivered to customers accurately and on time, the first time.
• Direct and supports the General Managers to establish a highly engaged and inclusive workforce capable of outstanding results.
• Participates as a Company representative at appropriate public, civic, and community affairs as required and appropriate.
• Manages all processes and procedures within the units to ensure high standards and operating procedures. Protects Company assets by supporting and maintaining effective programs for human resources relations, asset protection, inventory control, safety, facility/equipment and claims processing. Ensures SOX procedures are executed in the Logistics Center.
• Build enhanced capabilities throughout all operations to deliver elevated experience for all customers. In parallel new capabilities need to deliver incremental cost savings per unit shipped.
• Manages warehouse space allocation to ensure maximum storage and efficient processing capabilities.
• This leads to a Customer First business approach ensuring merchandise is delivered by in-store date, in-bin date or customer promise date in an accurate, damage free manner.
• Provides guidance to region, district, and Store management on all service quality issues. Maintains a positive business relationship with carriers and their agents to ensure established service levels.
• Coordinates the internal communications for support activities such as industrial engineering, data processing, accounting, transportation, human resources, asset protection and quality control.
• Coordinates Logistic Center activities with appropriate Associates in Supply Chain management and other Home Office departments, such as Industrial Engineering, Systems, Inventory Controller, Human Resources, Advertising, Marketing, Construction Services, and Legal. Own the relationship with the Enterprise Fulfillment leadership for Supply Chain.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage starting day one, term life insurance, paid vacation and holidays, 401(k) with company match, and associate discounts across all Catalyst Brands.
• We invest in your success through development programs, mentorship, and opportunities to advance your career within Catalyst’s growing HR organization.

What This Job Offers

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