Director, Operations

Available Openings 1

• Directs the Fleet and Transportation Management functions throughout the network.
• Standardize the Fleet and create master specifications for vehicles. Negotiate with Lessors & bidding process.
• Works closely with, and makes recommendations to senior management regarding identified issues and decisions related to the Distribution Operations DOT Compliance, equipment requirements & recommendations, and EH&S programs.
• Researches and recommends emerging fleet technologies to improve compliance and safety of company fleet. Oversees the implementation and rollout of these programs.
• Standardize DC layout, infrastructure (uninterrupted power supply, LED Lighting, security). Warehouse capacity management within DC and throughout the network. Increase Cross Dock utilization from idle real estate.
• Investigates workplace and company vehicle accidents and taking the appropriate corrective & preventative actions.
• Serves as the DC’s Project Lead and primary contact person for GEP and other LEAN programs and initiatives.
• Technological lead working with Business Systems/IT on robotics, automation and software platforms & initiatives.
• Standardize training programs & matrix. Develop CDL & non-DCL Drivers at each DC.
• Serve as emergency DC Manager during short term events.
• Certification lead with Quality & Regulatory requirements, ensuring the operation meets all FDA, BOP, OSHA, DOT and compliance guidelines.
• Works directly with customers on new revenue generation in Transportation & 3PL Warehousing. Includes margin analysis, forecasting & billing accuracy.
• Ensures that budgets and schedules meet company requirements with organization responsibility for the overall control of planning, staffing, budgeting, expense management along with recommendation and implementation changes of current methods.
• May provide assistance to junior level staff with more complex tasks that require a higher level of understanding of functions.
• May escalate issues to Senior Director of Supply Chain for resolution, as deemed necessary.
• Reviews and complies with the Code of Business Conduct and all applicable company policies and procedures, local, state and federal laws and regulations.
• Assist with various projects as assigned by a direct management.
• Other duties as assigned

• May be responsible for the direct supervision of various levels of staff.

• Bachelor’s Degree in Operations, Logistics, or Materials; in lieu of degree additional years of relevant experience may be considered.

• 10+ years’ related experience; or a Master’s degree with 5 years’ experience; or equivalent directly related work experience.
• 5+ years’ experience as a Manager; or 5+ years’ experience in a senior managerial role.
• Experience with DOT & OSHA reporting requirements and outside agency requirements (FDA, DEA, OSHA, BOPS etc.).
• Proficient with PCs, Microsoft Office applications and related software systems.
• Operational knowledge of supply chain systems, inventory management, transportation and safety programs.
• Familiar with DOT regulations, driver through equipment requirements.
• Distribution Center experience to understand rollouts and impacts to related processes, procedures & record retention.
• Strong problem solving, analytical and organizational skills.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.