Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business Administration, Supply Chain or related field (MBA preferred)
5+ years in people leadership roles, including managing managers and cross-functional teams
Progressive supply chain experience with significant exposure to replenishment, inventory optimization, and logistics execution
Experience with advanced supply chain tools, analytics platforms, and ERP systems
Deep understanding of end-to-end supply chain synchronization and processes
Responsibilities
Define and execute the vision and roadmap for Replenishment, Logistics Execution, and Inventory Optimization capabilities
Establish standardized processes, governance frameworks, and best practices
Lead a team focused on continuous improvement and innovation
Drive organizational alignment between execution teams and strategic supply chain priorities
Apply data-driven methodologies to identify root causes of performance gaps and drive corrective action
Benefits
Opportunity to lead transformation programs and influence cross-functional strategy
Work in a central role with visibility to senior leadership
Access to advanced supply chain tools and technology initiatives
Collaboration with various teams enhancing industry knowledge and professional growth
Professional development and career advancement opportunities
Full Job Description
Overview
The Director, Execution CoE is responsible for leading the strategy, design, and execution of best-in-class capabilities across replenishment, logistics execution, and inventory optimization. This role serves as the central driver of process standardization, advanced innovation, and continuous improvement initiatives that enable end-to-end supply chain excellence. This leader will partner cross-functionally with Replenishment, Logistics, Inventory Optimization, S&OP, Supplier Management, and Technology teams to deliver scalable solutions that improve service levels, optimize inventory, and reduce total supply chain and inventory costs.
Primary Responsibilities
Define and execute the vision and roadmap for Replenishment, Logistics Execution, and Inventory Optimization capabilities
Establish standardized processes, governance frameworks, and best practices across all areas of the Execution team
Lead a team of functional managers, product managers, and process experts focused on continuous improvement and innovation
Lead Daily/Weekly supply chain execution routines, quickly problem solving and driving cross functional action plans to address short and long terms operational bottle necks
Drive organizational alignment between execution teams and strategic supply chain priorities.
Oversee the design and optimization of replenishment and inventory optimization models and processes, as well as technology initiatives
Lead the Replenishment, Execution and Inventory Optimization AI pipeline from creation to delivery as well as the associated Center of Excellence team focused on continuous improvement of process and technology
Apply data-driven methodologies to identify root causes of performance or process gaps and drive corrective action
Lead large-scale transformation programs (e.g., control tower, process standardization, training, adherence and adoption)
Act as a key interface with external and internal stakeholders
Monitor outcomes and KPIs, measuring the return on investment (ROI) and performance of CoE initiatives
Perform other job-related duties as assigned
Additional Primary Responsibilities
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business Administration, Supply Chain or related field (MBA preferred)
Progressive supply chain experience with significant exposure to replenishment, inventory optimization, and logistics execution
5+ years in people leadership roles, including managing managers and cross-functional teams
Experience with advanced supply chain tools, analytics platforms, ERP systems and complex data
Deep understanding of end-to-end supply chain synchronization and processes
Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams and drive transformation or enterprise-wide operational changes from ideation to implementation
Advanced and swift problem solving, simplification of complex processes and ways of working and organization vision
Exceptional customer service and written/verbal communication skills
Proficiency in MS Office Suite
Physical Demands
Physical demands for a considerable amount of time include sitting and typing/keyboarding using a computer (keyboard, mouse, and monitor).
Occasional to rare walking, bending, reaching, standing, and stooping, including periodic site/shop visits.
May require occasional lifting/lowering, pushing, carrying, or pulling up to 20 lbs
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About Southern Glazers Wine & Spirits
Southern Glazer's Wine & Spirits is a beverage distribution company that provides a wide range of products and services to customers across the United States. The company offers a variety of wines, spirits, and beers, as well as related products and services, such as marketing and merchandising support, education and training, and logistics and transportation. Southern Glazer's Wine & Spirits was formed in 2016 through the merger of Southern Wine & Spirits and Glazer's, Inc. The company is headquartered in Fort Lauderdale, Florida.
