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CVS Health · 1 day ago

Executive Director, Distribution Center Operations

CVS Health is the nation’s leading health solutions company, dedicated to transforming health care. The Executive Director, Distribution Center Operations is responsible for the overall performance of the distribution center, focusing on employee experience, operational strategies, and compliance.

Health CareMedicalPharmaceuticalRetailSales

Responsibilities

Develop and execute comprehensive short- and long-term strategies aligned with enterprise goals and local strengths
Optimize facility product flow and building capacity in collaboration with corporate partners
Champion innovation and drive agile solutions to enhance operational efficiency
Engage with colleagues and front-line leaders to gather feedback and validate execution of critical action items
Partner with HR to drive a colleague engagement strategy that fosters an inclusive culture and continuous improvement
Ensure a best-in-class training experience for all distribution center colleagues
Oversee pharmacy operations, ensuring compliance with DEA and board of pharmacy requirements
Manage P&L responsibilities, ensuring timely and accurate deliveries while optimizing production and shipment operations
Build strong relationships with field store partners, corporate teams, and transportation to bridge service gaps
Develop capabilities of direct reports and build robust talent pools and succession plans
Promote a high-performance culture by setting clear goals and expectations
Act as a coach and mentor, supporting individual development plans for high-potential talent
Identify opportunities for efficiency and colleague experience enhancements
Embrace organizational improvement initiatives and act as a change agent
Partner with HR to create change management strategies for impactful initiatives

Qualification

LEAN principlesLeadership experienceProject managementStrategic thinkingLean Six Sigma certificationIndustrial EngineeringCommunication skillsTime management

Required

8+ years of leadership experience in distribution, warehouse, retail, or manufacturing environments
5+ years of experience leading exempt-level direct reports
2+ years of experience with 5S and 4+ years implementing LEAN principles
Proven ability to drive culture and results, with experience managing a site with 300+ non-exempt employees
Prior experience working and collaborating with unions is required
Strong strategic thinking and project management skills
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Strong time management abilities
Required to work On-site

Preferred

Lean Six Sigma certification
Background in Industrial Engineering

Benefits

Affordable medical plan options
401(k) plan (including matching company contributions)
Employee stock purchase plan
No-cost programs for all colleagues including wellness screenings, tobacco cessation and weight management programs, confidential counseling and financial coaching
Benefit solutions that address the different needs and preferences of our colleagues including paid time off, flexible work schedules, family leave, dependent care resources, colleague assistance programs, tuition assistance, retiree medical access and many other benefits depending on eligibility

Company

CVS Health

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CVS Health is a health solutions company that provides an integrated healthcare services to its members.

Funding

Current Stage
Public Company
Total Funding
$4B
Key Investors
Michigan Economic Development CorporationStarboard Value
2025-08-15Post Ipo Debt· $4B
2025-07-17Grant· $1.5M
2019-11-25Post Ipo Equity

Leadership Team

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David Joyner
President and CEO
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Chandra McMahon
SVP & CISO
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