Vice President of Distribution Operations
About The Position
The Vice President of Distribution Operations leads and optimizes Uline’s distribution network across 14 North American locations, overseeing more than 29 million square feet of warehouse space and more than 5,000 warehouse employees. The role focuses on improving operational efficiency and delivering exceptional customer service for a growing North American company. The position evaluates distribution operations, including inventory, workflows, productivity, and workforce planning; supports warehouse development initiatives; assesses warehouse systems and technologies; and ensures accuracy, safety, and performance in daily warehouse functions. This is an on-site role at Uline’s corporate headquarters in Pleasant Prairie, Wisconsin.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree.
- 15 or more years of experience, including supervisory roles in a multi-state or multi-building distribution center environment.
- At least 7 years of distribution management experience.
- Knowledge of all aspects of warehouse operations, including inbound and outbound operations.
- Experience with performance metrics and warehouse management systems (WMS).
Nice To Haves
- Master’s degree preferred.
Responsibilities
- Direct and optimize the distribution network of 14 North American locations with more than 5,000 warehouse employees.
- Evaluate distribution operations, including inventory, workflows, productivity, and workforce planning.
- Support warehouse development initiatives, including site selection, building design, and product placement.
- Evaluate warehouse systems and technologies to identify inefficiencies and opportunities for improvement.
- Ensure exceptional accuracy, safety, and performance in daily warehouse functions.
Benefits
- Complete health insurance coverage.
- 401(k) with 6% employer match starting on day one.
- Multiple bonus programs.
- Paid holidays and generous paid time off.
- Tuition Assistance Program covering professional continuing education.
- On-site café.
- First-class fitness center with complimentary personal trainers.
- More than four miles of maintained walking trails.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Executive
