Senior Manager, Real Estate Portfolio Strategy

Overview

As the fastest-growing distributor of restaurant equipment, HVAC, and residential appliance parts, we like to do things a little differently. First, you need to understand and demonstrate our Core Values with safety being your first priority. That’s key. We also look for unique enthusiasm, high integrity, courage to embrace change, and a good sense of humor.

We seek an experienced Facilities Strategy & Optimization Director to design and run automation projects, support and partner with divisional engineering teams, and identify and provide solutions for maintenance programs across our network of facilities. The role will drive utilization, throughput, uptime, and automation advancement, while serving as the liaison for strategic vendor partnerships and integrators.

• Parts Town Pride – virtual tour and culture
• Hybrid work schedule
• Team‑member appreciation events and recognition programs
• Volunteer opportunities
• Monthly IT stipend
• Casual dress code
• On‑demand pay options
• Health insurance, 401(k) with match, employee assistance programs, paid time off, sick leave, holidays, parental leave, and professional development opportunities

We are seeking an experienced Facilities Strategy & Optimization Director to design and run automation projects, support and partner with divisional engineering teams, and identify and provide solutions for maintenance programs across a network of facilities. This role will drive utilization, throughput, system uptime, automation advancement, and be the liaison for strategic vendor partnerships and integrators within our rapidly growing organization.

• Direct engineering initiatives from data to design to implementation across new and existing sites.
• Lead deployment of automation technologies (AMRs, AS/RS, conveyor systems) and ensure system integration.
• Manage large‑scale capital projects including budgeting, scheduling, vendor management, and QA/QC inspections.
• Establish and monitor KPIs for throughput, equipment utilization, and facility performance.
• Use data analytics and modeling to identify bottlenecks and optimize layouts.
• Implement benchmarking frameworks and global best practices.
• Collaborate with Operations, Safety, Maintenance, and Supply Chain teams to achieve reliability and cost‑efficiency goals.
• Develop and standardize predictive and preventive maintenance programs.
• Minimize unplanned downtime and extend asset life through reliability‑centered strategies.
• Oversee maintenance performance and comply with safety and regulatory standards.
• Act as primary liaison with vendors, ensuring alignment with internal teams and resolving escalations.
• Oversee project timelines, resource allocation, and execution across multiple concurrent programs.
• Mentor and coach site‑level engineering and maintenance leaders.
• Develop training programs focused on automation, data tools, and reliability excellence.
• Build a high‑performing, scalable engineering team through skill development and succession planning.

• 7+ years of progressive leadership experience in maintenance operations, automation engineering, and vendor management within a multi‑site distribution environment. A bachelor’s degree or advanced degree in mechanical engineering, industrial engineering, facilities management, or a related field is preferred.
• Proven success in leading large‑scale automation and capital improvement projects across a distribution organization. Expertise in Lean, Six Sigma, industrial engineering, and asset management is a plus.
• Analytical mindset with ability to leverage data for performance optimization.
• Strong financial acumen and vendor negotiation skills.
• Ability to lead cross‑functional teams and drive initiatives across a distribution organization.
• Passion for continuous improvement and analytics.
• Capability to direct the design, selection, and implementation of automated material handling systems, robotics (AGVs, AMRs), AS/RS, sortation, conveyor systems, and advanced technologies.
• Positive, outgoing, team‑spirited, one‑for‑all personality.
• Willingness to travel (30% annually, up to 50% during project implementation).
• High‑speed internet…