Sr Manager, Slotting Optimization

KeHE Distributors, LLC•Romeoville, IL

4d•Hybrid

About The Position

At KeHE, we’re obsessed with creating solutions, unboxing potential, and serving others – and it all starts with you. As an employee-owned distributor of natural and organic, specialty, and fresh products, we’re committed to making a positive impact and scaling our success together. With a culture that fosters development and opportunity, you’ll be embarking on a career that’s moving forward. When you join KeHE, you’re becoming part of a team that is a force for good.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Supply Chain, Logistics, Operations, or a related field.
Minimum 7+ Years in Distribution/Process Engineering, Analytics and/or Warehouse Optimization
Minimum 4+ Years in Managing Engineering, Analytics and/or Warehouse Optimization teams
Experience leading, developing and managing a team
Experience managing process improvement projects for Warehouse Operations
Proven experience improving labor productivity through slotting optimization.
Proficiency in Slotting software, Warehouse/Labor Management Systems & Digital Twin/Simulation Technology
Proficiency in SQL, Data Mining, Data Visualization and Advanced Excel
Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint, Power BI, Access).
Leadership skills with ability to coach and develop a team.
Exceptional communication with ability to influence operations partners.
Excellent communication skills both verbal and written.
Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to lead and manage a team.
Strong conceptual thinking, attention to detail, and decision-making capabilities.
Strong Analytical and Project Management skills.
Ability to manage multiple projects across multiple facilities.
Ability to identify and resolve conflicts as well as improve processes.
Ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.
Ability to be results-oriented, self-directed and solve problems in a professional manner.

Responsibilities

Develop and Lead the Slotting Program for Enterprise to include execution & strategy
Develop and Mentor teams on slotting principles, best practices and drive standardization
Leads and Manages team of Slotting Managers and Analysts providing direction to drive slotting leader standard work and slotting strategies
Collaborate with Safety, Quality, Inventory, Engineering and Operational partners to maintain alignment with enterprise slotting standards, reporting and tools.
Leads slotting projects, ensuring alignment across multiple facilities from discovery through execution phases
Lead the slotting strategy for network, ensuring consistent execution and measurable improvement.
Conduct ROI analyses for racking, layout, and process changes.
Establish and track KPIs to measure slotting performance and labor impact.
Utilizes slotting software, tools and SKU analysis to optimize pick path travel, replenishment, and warehouse capacity.
Trains and mentors others in effective slotting principles and slotting software/tools.
Stays current with industry trends and best practices in distribution and slotting best practices to proactively identify innovative solutions.
Champion continuous improvement and operational excellence.
Other duties and projects as assigned.