Vice President, Warehouse Operations (Brownsburg, IN Onsite)
About The Position
We are seeking an accomplished and strategic Vice President of Warehouse Operations to lead the launch and ongoing operations of our brand-new, state-of-the-art supply chain logistics facility. Spanning 1.6 million square feet and operating 24/7, this flagship distribution center will be one of the most advanced in the industry. Designed with cutting-edge technology, the facility will enhance fulfillment capacity, improve efficiency, reduce waste, and provide unprecedented visibility and control over the supply chain. This senior leader will oversee the design, startup, and management of all operational functions—building out processes, implementing best-in-class systems, and leading a workforce of approximately 400 logistics professionals. The ideal candidate is a seasoned operations leader with proven success managing large-scale warehouse and distribution environments, launching new facilities, and leveraging technology to drive innovation and results.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Operations, Engineering or related field (Master’s preferred).
- 15+ years of progressive leadership experience in large-scale warehouse, distribution, or fulfillment operations, with at least 5 years at a senior level.
- Demonstrated success launching or scaling high-volume distribution facilities, including startup operations.
- Strong expertise in warehouse management systems, workforce management systems, and labor planning.
- Deep knowledge of warehousing, and distribution best practices.
- Strong financial acumen and budgeting skills.
- Strong analytical/problem solving skills to solve complex problems, generate ideas, and develop creative solutions
- Proven ability to leverage technology and automation to drive efficiency and improve supply chain performance.
- Exceptional leadership skills with the ability to select, coach, develop, engage, and retain a team of salaried and hourly employees.
- Experience managing large-scale workforces (400+ employees) in a 24/7, high-volume environment.
Responsibilities
- Provide overall leadership and vision for the launch and ongoing operations of a 1.6 million-square-foot, 24/7 distribution facility.
- Oversee the design and implementation of warehouse processes including receiving, put-away, picking, shipping, inventory management.
- Build, lead, and inspire a high-performing team of approximately 400 logistics employees, including managers, supervisors, and hourly associates.
- Implement and optimize advanced warehouse management and workforce management systems to maximize productivity, efficiency, and accuracy.
- Partner with senior leadership to align warehouse operations with broader business objectives, including service-level targets, cost control, sustainability, and scalability.
- Strategically plan future growth, analyze capacity, capital requirements, forecasts, business objectives and organizational processes.
- Drive adoption of cutting-edge automation and technology solutions to enhance throughput, reduce waste, and streamline operations.
- Ensure compliance with all OSHA, safety, regulatory, and company policies, establishing a culture of safety, accountability, and continuous improvement.
- Develop and manage budgets, capital projects, and resource allocation to meet operational and financial goals.
- Build strong cross-functional partnerships with the People Team, IT, Finance and other business units to ensure seamless startup and ongoing operations.
Benefits
- In addition to cash compensation, the company provides a comprehensive and highly competitive benefits package, with a variety of physical health, retirement and savings, caregiving, emotional wellbeing, transportation, and other benefits, including "elective" benefits employees may select to best fit the needs and personal situations of our diverse workforce.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Executive
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
