Floor & Decor · 5 months ago
Senior Director, Distribution
Atlanta, GA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff, Director/Executive
10+ years expFloor & Decor is transforming spaces and careers across the country, and they are seeking a Senior Director of Distribution to lead and optimize their distribution systems. This role involves building scalable strategies and empowering teams to ensure the efficient movement of products to stores and customers.
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Responsibilities
Leading a national distribution centers footprint, setting strategy and driving execution across all locations
Collaborating cross-functionally with merchandising, store ops, international logistics, and 3rd party partners
Shaping operational quality and compliance programs to meet evolving standards
Guiding future warehouse needs as our store count and customer demand continue to grow
Overseeing budget planning, performance metrics, and operational scorecards with a “no surprises” mindset
Coaching and developing distribution centers leaders while fostering a culture of safety, efficiency, and innovation
Responsible for the operational leadership of distribution centers required to meet company growth projections and customer service requirements
Lead and manage distribution teams in implementing distribution best practices
Evaluate and plan for future warehousing needs given the projected future growth of the company
Introduce advance supply chain, continuous improvement, and distribution/logistics tools/methodologies in order to help F&D deliver results in store fulfillment, quality, cost, inventory management and safety
Evaluate distribution projects including productivity, inventory, manpower and workflows
Drive operational efficiency improvements, cost reduction efforts, and streamlining initiative across the company’s distribution and logistics network
Prepare and submit annual budgets, business plans, strategic plans, monthly operating reports, operating goals/objectives and other management scorecard metrics to senior leadership to maintain a “no surprises” environment
Submit financial and other management score card metric information to senior leadership and maintain a “no surprises” environment
Responsible for the management and safety of people resources through good practices, employee appraisal systems, implementation of compensation and benefit programs, communication systems, and performance management techniques
Document and share “best practice” methods, processes and ideas across the business’s distribution network to drive continuous improvements in all aspects of business operations
Work with Merchandising and vendors to establish pallet and labeling standards
Ensure the effective leverage, utilization, and implementation of its current and future operating systems related to the management of F&D’s North American distribution sites
Qualification
Required
10+ years of leadership in large-scale distribution, logistics, or supply chain operations
Experience scaling distribution networks across millions of square feet—ideally in fast-paced retail or consumer goods environments
A process-driven mindset, grounded in continuous improvement tools like Six Sigma, Lean, and KPIs
The ability to translate high-level strategy into actionable outcomes across people, systems, and processes
Strong negotiation and communication skills, paired with a collaborative approach to cross-functional leadership
A sharp eye for cost reduction, operational efficiency, and growth-oriented transformation
Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration or Engineering
10+ years of relevant work experience in Distribution, Supply Chain Management, Quality and Logistics
Experienced in developing, managing, and executing Distribution and Supply Chain strategies, including DC setup and network growth strategies
Previous experience building Distribution organizations
Possess good process experience/judgment and the ability to recognize key problems before they become major issues. Capable of recognizing opportunities that translate to bottom-line improvement
A demonstrated ability to work cross-functionally within the company, as well as globally with suppliers and 3rd party firms
A visionary who understands the big picture and can develop programs and processes that capture the true potential and opportunities that may exist – an 'Out of the Box Thinker'
Ability to lead change and effectively establish high-performing teams by being a role model with high-performance standards
Strategic thinking skills, including ability to make sound business judgments related to supply management philosophies and initiatives
Excellent communication skills (i.e., verbal, written, development and delivery of presentations)
Well-developed and proven negotiating skills
Direct knowledge of integrated ERP systems and world-class supply chain practices
Good understanding of statistical methods, quality tools and methodologies (i.e., QFD, CTQ, DFSS, SPC, AQP, FMEA, Control Plan)
Experience implementing cost reduction programs
Tactical planning skills
Knowledge of forecasting systems
Preferred
MBA or advanced engineering degree
Sound knowledge of retail
Training in Six Sigma is a plus
Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing Principles desired
Benefits
Bonus opportunities at every level
Career advancement opportunities
Relocation opportunities across the country
401k with discretionary company match
Employee Stock Purchase Plan
Referral Bonus Program
Medical, Dental, Vision, Life and other Insurance Plans (subject to eligibility criteria)
Company
Floor & Decor
Floor & Decor is a high-growth, differentiated, multi-channel specialty retailer of hard surface flooring and related accessories.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
unknown2017-04-26IPO
2010-11-29Acquired
Leadership Team
Bryan Langley
Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer
John Adamson
SVP and Chief Information Officer
Recent News
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