Director of Distribution - Winchester, KY

Director of Distribution - Winchester, KY

4000 Corporate Dr, Winchester, KY 40391, USA

Posted Tuesday, December 2, 2025 at 7:00 AM

Purpose

Oversees the successful operation of assigned Save A Lot Distribution Centers by monitoring compliance with Save A Lot policies and procedures, providing continuous management training and development, developing strategic direction, and using their financial acumen to budget operational expenses and financial goals that lead to the overall success of Save A Lot. In addition, this person acts as intermediary to retail customers and the corporate office to ensure world class customer satisfaction.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for the financial and operation success of multiple distribution centers
• Performs regular visits to assigned distribution centers to evaluate operational, financial, and employee relation effectiveness
• Conducts bi-weekly conference calls with assigned distribution centers to review current operations
• Plans and execute network-wide process improvement initiatives in coordination with assigned distribution management teams
• Coordinates and implements strategic initiatives created by peer distribution directors and cross-functional departments
• Directs the management activities of assigned distribution center with 1-7 direct reports, ensures programs are executed to minimize expenses, provides workplace safety, maintains sanitation, strives for an intensely productive environment, and guarantees high-quality customer service
• Leverages data and technology to diagnose operational issues and assists managers in development of solutions, action plans, and communications to resolve issues
• Leads a positive cultural environment to become employer of choice in the market
• Utilizes communication, alignment, and empowerment to service our customers to the highest standards in distribution and logistics
• Adheres to budget administration in an environment of continuous improvement
• Reviews financial statements, labor productivity figures, building operations, loss prevention processes, quality assurance processes, and customer service metrics to ensure cost effective operations
• Analyzes and identifies opportunities for process improvement resulting in cost or time saved
• Accountable for profit and loss results on all warehouse expenses
• Coordinates development of capital expense budgets through distribution center management; coordinates use of capital and reports on spend vs. budget
• Responsible for leading all aspects of the operation in alignment with Save a Lot’s leadership strategy
• Inbound operations:
  The receipt of incoming goods by the receivers and QA and the maintenance and storage of items by inventory control team
• Outbound operations:
  The movement of product within the Save A Lot distribution center and supply chain network using order selectors, forklift operators, and loaders
• Logistics:
  Oversight of the third-party transportation company that is responsible for the shipment of goods from the point of origin (distribution center) to the end customer (store or another Save A Lot facility)
• Responsible for the development plans of the distribution center management team(s) and monitors the establishment of goals for their performance
• Evaluates and provides feedback to managers on progress towards completion of goals
• Conducts semi-annual performance reviews with direct reports
• Ensure that our pro-employee relation status is maintained through appropriate management practices, communication, disciplinary actions, and manager/employee relations
• Counsells and directs distribution center management on handling of labor relations, staffing, disciplinary actions, and a positive work environment. Partners with respective manager(s) to conduct root cause analysis of employee turnover
• Ensures compliance with all federal, state, and local regulatory agencies regarding OSHA, EPA, DOT, FDA, USDA FSIS
• Represents company with any inquiries and interactions from regulatory agencies
• Responsible for leading the food safety programs and quality assurance systems for assigned distribution center(s) that support the Food Safety Modernization Act

About You

• Bachelor’s degree in…