Job SummaryThe Sr. Manager of Continuous Improvement & Distribution is a strategic and operational leader responsible for overseeing distribution operations for the Home & Personal Care business, including direct leadership of the Redlands, CA distribution center. This role also carries global accountability for advancing AI-driven automation, continuous improvement, and network optimization initiatives across all Spectrum Brands distribution sites worldwide and across all business units.
This leader will drive the global automation and AI roadmap, spearhead Kaizen initiatives across the network, and ensure best-in-class performance in service, cost, quality, and safety. This individual will partner closely with cross-functional leaders and third-party logistics providers (3PLs) to deliver
operational excellence and scalable solutions that support long-term growth.
The role requires a visionary leader with strong execution capability, deep distribution expertise, and a passion for innovation, continuous improvement, and team development.
Primary Duties & Responsibilities- Lead end-to-end distribution operations for the Redlands, CA facility, ensuring operational excellence, safety, and service delivery.
- Develop and execute the global automation and AI strategy across Spectrum Brands' distribution network, driving standardization and scalability across all businesses and geographies.
- Champion continuous improvement by leading global Kaizen events and embedding a culture of operational excellence across all distribution centers.
- Design, implement, and optimize global distribution network strategies to support growth, customer requirements, and evolving market needs
- Implement AI-enabled dashboards, reporting, and data-driven decision-making tools across all
distribution sites. - Select, negotiate, and manage strategic partnerships with third-party logistics providers (3PLs), ensuring performance, compliance, and cost-effectiveness.
- Build and enable a multimodal distribution network that meets customer and consumer
expectations across domestic and international markets. - Own distribution budgeting and financial performance, including cost control, forecasting, and
variance management. - Establish and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) across cost, quality, service, inventory accuracy, and safety; drive accountability across the network.
- Oversee global returns and refurbishment programs to ensure efficient execution and cost
optimization. - Ensure compliance with SOX and all internal/external audit requirements related to distribution
operations. - Partner cross-functionally with Supply Chain, IT, Finance, and Commercial teams to align
distribution strategies with enterprise objectives. - Develop and mentor a high-performing global team, fostering leadership capability and
organizational effectiveness.
Education and Experience Profile- B.S./B.A. Degree; MBA preferred.
- 10+ of Operations/Finance/Supply Chain/Distribution.
- Experience utilizing AI to develop Logistics dashboards and reports
- Industry certification preferred.
- Some understanding of Network Design is preferred.
- Experience in DTC & ECommerce parcel fulfillment
Required Skills- High level of organizational skills.
- Proficient in Spanish language
- PC skills (Spreadsheet, word processing, presentations).
- Excellent communication and presentation skills, both written and oral.
- Ability to communicate effectively with all levels within the organization.
- Development and articulation of strategy.
- Ability to effectively lead associates both local and remote.
- Diplomacy and negotiations.
Work Environment- Working conditions are normal for a manufacturing environment.
- The above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this job/classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.
- The employee is frequently required to walk; sit and stand; use hands to finger, handle, or feel equipment; reach with hands and arms. The ability to speak and hear is essential in interacting with other inspectors and line supervision. Vision abilities required for this job include close vision, color vision, and ability to adjust focus. Some of the measuring functions require the employee to sit. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and rarely lift and/or move up to 75 pounds, with assistance. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to forklift traffic and moving mechanical parts. The employee is frequently exposed to wet and/or humid conditions as well as hot and cold environments. The employee is occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, and flammables. The noise level in the work environment is moderate. Must have the ability to complete a hands-on mechanical machine operational test as well as a written test.
