Vice President, Warehousing

Power & Tel Career•Piperton, TN

10h

About The Position

The Vice President of Warehousing is responsible for end-to-end operational excellence across a global, multi-site warehouse network. This executive will lead strategy and execution for supply chain operations—including warehousing, distribution, fulfillment, inventory, transportation, and logistics—ensuring safety, quality, service-level adherence, regulatory compliance, and cost efficiency. The VP will build high-performing teams, standardize processes, implement scalable systems, and drive continuous improvement to support profitable growth and world-class customer experience.

Requirements

10–15+ years in progressively senior warehousing/supply chain leadership, with 5+ years overseeing global, multi-site warehouse networks.
Expertise in WMS/TMS/LMS and warehouse automation; proven selection, implementation, and change management.
Deep knowledge of international logistics: customs, INCOTERMS, trade compliance, 3PL management.
Demonstrated P&L ownership, budgeting, and cost optimization (labor, freight, inventory).
Track record of Lean/Six Sigma (Black Belt or equivalent preferred); KPI-driven management.
Strong people leadership across cultures/time zones; outstanding communication and stakeholder management.
Bachelor’s in Supply Chain, Operations, Engineering, or related; MBA or equivalent experience preferred.

Nice To Haves

Operating in high-volume B2B/B2C environments (eâcommerce, retail, industrial, life sciences).
Launching new warehouses/markets and executing network reconfigurations.
Implementing S&OP and demand/supply planning processes with cross-functional teams.
Managing labor models (fixed/variable, temp/seasonal) and union/non-union environments.
Security frameworks (e.g., CâTPAT, TAPA), and ISO 9001/14001/45001 familiarity.

Responsibilities

Develop and own the warehousing strategy aligned to corporate goals (service, cost, quality, sustainability).
Build, lead and follow operating standards for a multi-site warehouse operations organization; define org structure, succession plans, and talent development.
Optimize the global warehouse footprint (locations, capacity, automation, 3PL mix).
Drive scenario modeling for growth, seasonality, and disaster recovery; maintain business continuity plans.
Ensure daily performance across all warehouses: receiving, put-away, storage, picking, packing, shipping, returns.
Optimize WMS, TMS, labor management, slotting, and automation (conveyance, AMRs/AGVs, voice, goods-to-person).
Standardize SOPs, cycle counting, inventory accuracy, and exception management.
Oversee domestic and cross-border transportation (parcel, LTL/FTL, ocean, air); negotiate rates and carrier performance.
Manage international trade compliance (INCOTERMS, customs, import/export documentation, duties, bonded facilities).
Champion EHS: OSHA/ISO standards, risk assessments, incident prevention; enforce safety culture.
Ensure compliance with local labor laws, security protocols (C-TPAT, TAPA), product integrity, and audit readiness.
Own P&L for global warehousing; set and achieve cost, productivity, and cash targets.
Budget for facilities, labor, technology, inventory holding, and freight; track ROI on CapEx (automation, systems).
Partner with Sales/Customer Success to meet service-level commitments (OTIF, DIFOT, order cycle time).
Support strategic customers with bespoke SLAs, playbooks, and quarterly business reviews (QBRs).
Lead Lean/Six Sigma programs: value stream mapping, kaizens, standard work; reduce waste and improve flow.
Drive digital transformation: real-time visibility, dashboards, and analytics; implement S&OP/IBP with Supply Chain.
Deliver on ESG targets across energy use, waste, packaging, emissions (scope 3 freight) and ethical sourcing.
Required travel up to 20-30% (globally), as necessary.
Other duties, as assigned.