General Manager - Distribution Center (Automation Expertise) - Confidential : Job Details

Job Description:

Lead, implement and oversee execution of site strategies, processes, and systems to increase site productivity, safety and associate engagement with a strong focus on automation. Develop leaders to meet current and future business needs. Drive increasing levels of site performance, operating efficiency and customer satisfaction. Work in an ever-changing environment that drives strategic thinking with detailed execution and cross functional collaboration across the network

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee the daily operations of the distribution center, including receiving, warehousing, and shipping of products.
• Implement and manage automation technologies to streamline processes and improve efficiency.
• Ensure compliance with safety, quality, and regulatory standards.
• Develop and execute strategies to optimize inventory management, order fulfillment, and transportation logistics.
• Collaborate with other departments to ensure smooth and efficient operations and improve service.
• Prepare and manage the annual budget, analyze variances, and initiate corrective actions as needed.
• Lead site strategically to align our business, people and safety practices to achieve key metrics
• Apply knowledge of how current technologies, regulations and vendor/supplier dynamics are impacting the business
• Utilize measurement tools and data analytics to provide management with strategic risk insight and operational excellence
• Serve as site representative in dealing with governmental agencies / NGOs, suppliers, and vendors
• Maintain and operate site SQR levels at corporately established levels
• Follow established programs, policies and practices to produce and/or distribute safe, quality foods and other merchandise that meet regulatory and company requirements
• Support the development, implementation, maintenance, and ongoing improvement of all company systems and processes
• Strategically manage workforce needs to meet site business objectives
• Develop top talent and oversee succession management
• Travel independently to other site locations

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in supply chain management, Logistics, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in distribution center management, with a focus on automation.
• Strong leadership and team management skills.
• Proficient in warehouse management systems and automation technologies.
• Excellent problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
• 3+ years senior operational leadership in logistics or manufacturing with P&L experience
• Strong critical thinking skills, attention to detail and ability to draw conclusions
• Proven ability to lead, train and motivate a team and ability to develop others
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to operate in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with multi-site distribution center management.
• Knowledge of Lean or Six Sigma methodologies.
• Certification in supply chain management or logistics.