Senior Distribution Center Manager

Our client in the Clifton area of NJ has an excellent opportunity for a Senior Distribution Center Manager!

Responsibilities:

• Responsible for all aspects of managing the DC, including hiring and developing each DC management team member to execute order fulfillment and distribution of company products.
• Work closely with their direct reports, Operations Manager, and Supervisors to promote a safe workplace, drive consistent quality, coordinate distribution operations, and drive the continuous improvement process leading to operational excellence.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in business, Industrial Engineering, Logistics, or related discipline in Operations is required, master’s degree is highly desirable
• 10+ years of experience in DC Site Management, with at least 3 years in a leadership role of a Distribution Facility or Warehouse within the Consumer Products industry
• Prior multi-site management is desirable but not required.
• Ability to manage multiple demands while maintaining strong communication skills both verbally and especially by email.
• Experience working with Continuous Improvement principles like Kaizen, 5S, Lean, Six Sigma, etc. is required
• Experience with Warehouse Management Systems, Transportation Systems, and Warehouse Slotting software.
• Experience with private fleet management and retail delivery.
• SAP experience is a plus, specifically SAP eWM.
• Consumer Packaged Goods industry experience is strongly preferred. Experience in a fast-paced distribution environment is required.
• The ability to work in a matrixed organization is essential.
• Strong interpersonal skills and a demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with employees at all levels. Excellent People skills are a must.
• Demonstrated ability to handle employee relations issues and facilitate conflict resolution. Establish a strong working partnership with HR.
• Demonstrated ability to create and maintain positive morale and a highly engaged team.