Parts Town

Director of Outbound Distribution

Parts Town$100K — $120K *
Transportation
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 7+ years in high volume Distribution Center; experience in automated DC is a plus
  • 4+ years in a managerial position, with a degree in Operations, Industrial Engineering, or Supply Chain Management
  • Proven leader who engages directly with daily operations
  • Strong background in process improvement, Lean or Six Sigma preferred
  • Analytical thinker, adept at data-driven problem-solving
  • Expert in Pick-Pack-Ship process management
  • Solid understanding of UPS small parcel and freight processing, experience with transportation management is a bonus

Responsibilities

  • Build and lead a high-performance outbound operations fulfillment team
  • Monitor daily performance and adjust plans to ensure quality shipping
  • Ensure compliance with OSHA standards and DOT regulations
  • Facilitate cross-training and skill development across all team levels
  • Drive optimization of automated distribution processes
  • Ensure effective training and resource allocation for team success
  • Collaborate with Senior Leadership on company goals and strategies

Benefits

  • Health, dental, and vision insurance
  • 401(k) plan with company match
  • Employee assistance programs
  • Paid time off and holidays
  • Paid parental leave
  • Professional development opportunities
  • Emphasis on positive workplace culture, collaboration, and work-life balance
Full Job Description
Position at Parts Town

Fulfillment Center Outbound Director

The Job at a Glance

As the Director of Outbound Distribution, you will go the extra mile to ensure we meet the demands of our expanding Fulfillment Center footprint. You will be a role model for our Core Values and will lead the establishment and evolution of systems, automation, people, and processes as the company's growth continues. You will oversee all aspects of order processing including Picking, Packing, Assembly, and Loading Operations in addition to Freight Shipping. Additional responsibilities include the development and execution of a daily operating plan, ensuring fulfillment operations are run in an efficient manner and that quality, productivity and safety goals are met. You will be key in the development of operations managers and supervisors. You will work with Customer Service and Sales teams on both the daily execution of order fulfillment and special projects.

A Typical Day
  • Build and lead an outbound operations fulfillment team and processes that uphold high-volume same day shipping value proposition
  • Plan and monitor performance each day and make changes as needed to ensure all orders ship with high quality
  • Comprehensively understand and manage OSHA standards and DOT regulations; be in compliance with any other regulation requirements
  • Provide cross-training and skill development to a large team of Managers, Supervisors, Specialists, and hourly team members
  • Lead automated distribution process improvement and optimization
  • Oversee that all team members are provided adequate training and resources needed to succeed in every role, and coordinate this process with Supervisors and Human Resources
  • Partner with Senior Leadership Team on development and execution of company goals and strategies
  • Manage staffing levels and scheduling
  • Collaborate with managers, supervisors, Quality, Continuous Improvement, and Analytics teams on process improvement, unique solutions, and opportunities to drive growth, efficiency, and improved quality


To Land This Opportunity
  • You have 7+ years of experience in high volume Distribution Center (bonus points if you worked in an automated DC)
  • You have a minimum of 4 years in a manager or higher role along with a backpack of knowledge (a degree) in Operations, Industrial Engineering or Supply Chain Management
  • You naturally lead by example and never fully separate yourself from the day-to-day operation.
  • You enjoy motivating your team to reach new production goals. You thrive on change management and enjoy keeping up with a fast-growing environment
  • You excel in process improvement methodologies (bonus points if you practice Lean or Six Sigma) and are always looking for ways to become more efficient
  • You're a go-to for developing and managing productivity, have an analytical mind, and take data-driven steps to understand and solve problems
  • You relish in developing standardized work with a focus on training and process improvement
  • You're the owner of Pick-Pack-Ship process flow and you consider yourself a master of its organization
  • You problem-solve in order to tackle ever increasing delivery expectations
  • You have a solid level of understanding of UPS including small parcel and freight shipment processing - it's a plus if you've worked with transportation management!
  • You have prior experience in a forklift heavy environment
  • You display empathy, understanding, and patience with employees and external customers
  • You're proficient in MS Office including MS Excel
  • You have the ability to continuously move around on a concrete surface
  • You value organization and detail and have the ability to continuously improve quality while coordinating activities to reduce distribution costs
  • You're an all-star communicator and are fluent in English (both written and verbal)


At Parts Town, we value transparency and are committed to ensuring our team members feel appreciated and supported. We prioritize our positive workplace culture where collaboration, growth, and work-life balance are celebrated. The annual salary range for this role is based on including but not limited to qualifications, experience, equipment, and geographical location. Encompass is a pay for performance-company. In addition to base pay, some roles offer a bonus depending on the role. Our comprehensive benefits package includes health, dental and vision insurance, 401(k) with match, employee assistance programs, paid time off, paid holidays, paid parental leave, and professional development opportunities.

About Parts Town

Parts Town is a leading distributor of genuine OEM (original equipment manufacturer) foodservice equipment parts. The company was founded in 1987 and is headquartered in Addison, Illinois. Parts Town offers a wide selection of parts for commercial kitchen equipment, including refrigerators, ovens, and dishwashers. The company serves customers in the United States, Canada, and Europe. Parts Town has been recognized as one of the fastest-growing companies in the United States by Inc. magazine and has received numerous awards for its customer service and workplace culture.
Learn more about Parts Town
Size
1,000 employees
Industry
Founded
1987
5 Year Trend
+50%
Revenue
$500 million

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