Director Supply Chain

Benefits

• Weekly pay on Fridays
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid vacation and sick time
• 401(k) with company match
• Nike™ branded uniforms
• Free beer (root beer for under 21) throughout the year

Product portfolio includes beer and spirits brands such as Modelo, Coors, Miller Lite, Corona, Heineken, Blue Moon, Shiner, Sam Adams, Dos Equis, Revolver, Lakewood, Rahr, Truly, Topo Chico, Twisted Tea, Pacifico, Buffalo Trace, Fireball, Southern Comfort, Corazon, Wheatley, Seagram’s, Canadian Mist, and many others.

• Supply Chain Strategy (25%)
  • Develop and execute distribution-focused supply chain strategies aligned to growth, service-level expectations, and cost targets.
  • Translate enterprise supply chain strategy into scalable warehouse, transportation, and inventory operating models.
  • Lead end‑to‑end planning and execution of large-scale, enterprise initiatives across Supply Chain.
  • Lead network optimization initiatives—facility utilization, throughput capacity, and distribution footprint.
• Systems, Processes, Operational Efficiency and Problem Resolution (25%)
  • Own supply chain systems effectiveness—including WMS, ERP, forecasting, and inventory tools.
  • Standardize and optimize distribution processes to improve accuracy, productivity, and cost per case.
  • Track progress and performance using clear metrics; provide executive-level updates, remove blockers, and drive timely decisions.
  • Drive continuous improvement through Lean, Six Sigma, or similar methodologies to eliminate waste and increase operational efficiency.
  • Analyze complex supply chain constraints, assess risk, and make informed decisions that balance service, cost, and capacity.
  • Proactively identify operational bottlenecks and implement sustainable solutions.
  • Lead scenario modeling and contingency planning for supply disruptions, demand volatility, and capacity constraints.
• SKU Application and Inventory Management (15%)
  • Set program and portfolio governance—operating rhythms, decision forums, escalation paths, and accountability—to ensure disciplined execution.
  • Provide strategic oversight of SKU proliferation, slotting strategies, and item-level inventory deployment across distribution centers.
  • Partner with Customer Growth Strategy teams to align SKU application with demand patterns, service requirements, and profitability.
  • Ensure high levels of inventory accuracy, cycle‑count discipline, and root‑cause resolution for variances.
  • Proactively manage risks and issues; implement mitigation plans and ensure delivery against commitments.
• Innovation and Continuous Improvement (10%)
  • Champion innovative thinking across distribution operations, systems design, and workforce models.
  • Drive process improvements and operational efficiencies by standardizing best practices, improving mechanisms, and scaling repeatable playbooks.
  • Evaluate and pilot new technologies, automation, and process improvements to enhance speed, accuracy, and scalability.
  • Foster a culture of curiosity, experimentation, and data‑driven decision‑making.
• Cross-Functional Leadership and Collaboration (10%)
  • Build, lead, and develop high‑performing supply chain teams.
  • Serve as a trusted partner to executive leadership, translating operational insights into strategic recommendations.
  • Engage and align senior stakeholders across Supply Chain, Finance, IT, Sales Operations, and other partner teams to deliver outcomes.
  • Influence across functions without direct authority to drive alignment and execution.
• Team Coaching and Development (10%)
  • Manage one or more supply chain teams ensuring proper training, development, performance coaching, and evaluation.
  • Ensure all team members have the knowledge and tools needed to perform their job responsibilities.
  • Provide timely coaching and feedback to team members/peers.
• Additional Responsibilities
  • Assist each other and effectively care for customers across all operations.
  • Maintain a consistent customer‑obsessed culture and uphold the company’s values and service standards.

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Operations, Logistics, Business, or a related field.
• Ten or more years of progressively responsible supply chain or distribution leadership, including…