Global Industrial

General Manager, DC Operations

Global Industrial • $110K — $130K *
Buford, GA 30518In-Person
Retail & Consumer Goods
8 - 10 years of experience
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Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • College Degree or equivalent experience
  • 10+ years in distribution and fulfillment leadership
  • 3+ years in a senior role within a distribution center
  • Strong background in supply chain systems (WMS, ERP)
  • Experience in project management and process improvement
  • Proven ability to build strong supply chain organizations
  • Outstanding communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills

Responsibilities

  • Lead fulfillment and distribution activities in a high-volume environment
  • Manage distribution center operations while fostering a union-free environment
  • Implement continuous improvement initiatives to enhance service and reduce costs
  • Oversee inbound and outbound product movement in the distribution center
  • Build relationships with internal and external stakeholders
  • Drive operational excellence to improve quality, service, cost, and safety
  • Ensure compliance with safety and regulatory measures

Benefits

  • Not specified
Full Job Description
Key Responsibilities

  • Leading and managing the fulfillment and distribution activities in a high volume, high turn, and multishift environment while collaborating and partnering with Global many stakeholders.
  • Managing distribution center operations while maintaining a union free environment; ensuring and maintaining direct, productive, and positive relationships between and among management and nonexempt associates
  • Implementing continuous improvement initiatives that reduce cost of operations and improve service level, capacity, productivity and quality.
  • Managing the inbound and outbound movement of product into and out of the distribution center.
  • Building and maintaining strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders (e.g; store operations, merchandising, planning); establishing and maintaining effective relationships with vendor community.
  • Creating and implementing continuous improvement initiatives that reduce cost of operations and improve service level, capacity, productivity and quality.
  • Participates in annual Budget preparation and has full PandL responsibility for the distribution center network.
  • Responsible for the hiring, development, and retention of distribution center staff to include the highest quality individuals to support continuous improvement, succession planning and future growth of the business.
  • Drive operational excellence and best practices to improve quality, service, cost, and safety.
  • Ensure all safety, regulatory, and compliance measures are met within company and global guidelines.
  • Develop, implement, and monitor KPI targets and goals.


Competencies and skills

  • College Degree or equivalent experience.
  • Minimum of 10 years of experience in distribution and fulfillment leadership with at least 3 years in the top position within a distribution center.
  • Strong background in supply chain systems (i.e. WMS, Inventory Planning, ERP, etc.)
  • Experienced in project management and demonstrated success in process improvement.
  • A proven track record of building and developing strong supply chain organization and aligning internal resources with external customer expectations.
  • Must possess outstanding communication, analytical, and problemsolving skills.
  • Must possess strong leadership and employee relations skills with a focus on engagement.
  • High standard of integrity and reliability; able to build trust and loyalty with others.

About Global Industrial

Global Industrial is a subsidiary of Systemax Inc. and is a leading distributor of material handling equipment, storage solutions, workbenches, office furniture, safety equipment, tools, motors, HVAC equipment and more. The company serves a diverse range of customers in the manufacturing, automotive, government, healthcare, education, and construction sectors. Global Industrial offers over 1.7 million industrial, material handling and business products through its website, catalog and sales team. The company has a strong focus on customer service and offers same-day shipping on many of its products.
Learn more about Global Industrial
Size
1,480 employees
Market Cap
$1.2 billion
Industry
Manufacturing & Automotive
Net Income
$65.4 million
Founded
1949
5 Year Trend
-3.7%
Revenue
$1 billion
NASDAQ
SYX
* Ladders Estimates

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