VP, Warehouse & Distribution

Job Description

The Vice President of Warehouse & Distribution is responsible for the strategic leadership, operational excellence, and continuous improvement of the company’s warehousing, distribution, and logistics functions. This role oversees a multi site distribution network, ensures optimal inventory flow, drives process efficiency, and aligns all logistics operations with customer service, safety, cost, and quality goals.

• Bachelor’s in Supply Chain, Logistics, Business, Operations, or related field highly preferred.
• Master’s degree or MBA is a plus.
• 10+ years of progressive leadership experience in distribution, warehousing, or supply chain.
• Experience overseeing multi site distribution or large-scale warehouse operations.
• Proven success with automation, WMS systems, and continuous improvement (Lean, Six Sigma).

• Ability to travel to distribution centers (up to 30–50% depending on network size).
• Work performed in office and warehouse environments with exposure to equipment noise and movement.

• Strategic thinker with strong execution capabilities.
• Excellent leadership, coaching, and relationship building skills.
• Expertise in logistics operations, inventory management, and supply chain technology.
• Strong financial and analytical skills.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-growth environment.

Strategic Leadership & Planning

• Develop and execute the overall distribution and warehouse strategy aligned with corporate objectives.
• Lead long-term planning for capacity, facility layout, technology, and workforce needs.
• Identify and implement best practices, automation technologies, and process innovations.
• Drive initiatives that improve service levels, reduce costs, and strengthen supply chain resilience.

Operational Excellence

• Oversee day-to-day operations across all distribution centers and warehouse facilities.
• Establish and maintain performance metrics such as on-time delivery, order accuracy, productivity, and cost per unit.
• Ensure optimal inventory flow, slotting, replenishment, receiving, shipping, and returns processes.
• Standardize operating procedures across sites.

Leadership & People Management

• Lead, mentor, and develop regional and site-level distribution leadership teams.
• Build a high-performance culture focused on accountability, safety, continuous improvement, and employee engagement.
• Oversee workforce planning, including hiring, labor forecasting, and training programs.

Safety, Compliance & Quality

• Champion a strong safety culture and oversee compliance with OSHA and other regulatory requirements.
• Ensure adherence to quality standards, operational audits, and risk mitigation protocols.
• Oversee facility maintenance, equipment safety, and disaster recovery procedures.

Financial & Budget Oversight

• Develop and manage departmental budgets, forecasting, and cost controls.
• Drive cost savings through process optimization, vendor negotiations, and technology investments.
  
  Analyze operational data to support financial decision making.

Cross Functional Collaboration

• Partner closely with procurement, transportation, customer service, IT, sales, and manufacturing teams.
• Ensure fulfillment practices support customer expectations and service-level agreements.
• Collaborate with IT for WMS (Warehouse Management System) enhancements and digital transformation initiatives.

Technology & Systems Management

• Oversee WMS, inventory control systems, automation technology, and related logistics platforms.
• Lead technology integration for new sites, system upgrades, or process redesigns.
• Use data analytics to forecast demand and guide operational decisions.