Key Responsibilities: Strategic Planning & Leadership: 1.
Lead and direct the overall operations of the distribution center, ensuring alignment with strategic objectives.
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Develop and implement best practices and strategies to improve warehouse operations, logistics, and inventory management.
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Provide leadership and mentorship to the team, fostering a high-performance culture.
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Collaborate with other senior management to optimize the end-to-end supply chain.
Operations Management: 1.
Oversee the day-to-day distribution center activities, including receiving, warehousing, picking, packing, and shipping.
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Ensure accurate inventory management, minimal stock outs, and reduction of excess stock.
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Develop and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) to assess operational performance and implement corrective actions as needed.
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Ensure compliance with all health, safety, and regulatory requirements within the distribution center.
Process Improvement & Efficiency: 1.
Analyze and optimize workflows to ensure the timely and efficient delivery of products.
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Implement new technologies and automation systems to enhance operational efficiencies.
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Identify and resolve bottlenecks in the supply chain and distribution process.
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Manage costs and budgets for the distribution center and identify areas for cost-saving opportunities.
Team Development & Staff Management: 1.
Build and manage a skilled and motivated team of warehouse and logistics personnel.
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Conduct regular performance reviews, provide ongoing coaching, and create career development opportunities for staff.
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Promote a culture of safety, teamwork, and continuous improvement within the workforce.
Stakeholder Management: 1.
Work closely with procurement, sales, and customer service teams to ensure seamless operations.
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Develop and maintain relationships with external partners, including third-party logistics providers, to ensure effective and timely product distribution.
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Liaise with senior management and report on operational performance, challenges, and improvements.
Quality Control & Compliance: 1.
Ensure that all products meet quality standards and are handled in compliance with company policies.
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Regularly review operational processes and work to eliminate inefficiencies, risks, and errors.
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Ensure compliance with all relevant local, state, and international distribution regulations and standards.
Requirements Qualifications: · Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Logistics, Supply Chain Management, or related field.
· At least 8-10 years of experience in distribution, logistics, or operations management, with a minimum of 3-5 years in a leadership role.
· Strong knowledge of supply chain management, warehouse operations, and logistics.
· Proven ability to manage large teams and multiple stakeholders across a complex operational environment.
· Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to make data-driven decisions.
· Strong communication, interpersonal, and leadership skills.
· Experience with warehouse management software (WMS) and other supply chain tools.
· Knowledge of safety and regulatory standards related to warehousing and logistics.
· MBA or other relevant advanced degree.
· Lean or Six Sigma certification.
· Experience in the FMCG industry or with large-scale distribution operations.