Director, Distribution at SpartanNash

Bellefontaine, Ohio, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Expert & Leadership (9+ years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

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Supply Chain, Distribution, Food & BeverageIndustries

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree (Preferred) in Business Administration or Supply Chain Management

Responsibilities

Oversight and direct distribution operations activities including but not limited to warehouse operations, transportation, maintenance, facility and reclaim (as applicable)
Work with cross-functional departments within the distribution center and corporate office as it relates to the distribution center operations
Responsible for the Distribution Center operations P&L cost centers to include, but limited to, expense and capital budgeting, planning, inventory (asset and product), cost controls, revenue and productivity objectives, and operational execution
Make recommendations for equipment purchases and distribution center related capital expenditures
Accountable to establish and/or ensure adherence to company practices, processes, procedures and policies
Responsible for the development and execution of facility operations planning to include productivity levels, staffing requirements, seasonal operation needs, distribution center capacity, etc
Maintain strict compliance to Company sanitation, risk management and asset management programs; audit programs to ensure adherence to such programs to include, but not limited to, safety, training, facility maintenance and inventory, security, and proper utilization and maintenance of material handling and transportation equipment
Responsible for accurate record keeping and timely reporting of data as required, such as distribution center scorecards, productivity and metrics reporting
Establish and/or maintain expected service metrics to customers such as on-time delivery, selection and inventory accuracy, cost per case, product damage, and other reporting metrics as required
Ensure facility compliance with legal regulations and laws (i.e., OSHA, EPA, FDA, Dept. of Agriculture, FCC, DOT), as well as company policy, procedures and guidelines
Participate on assigned projects and initiatives (i.e., operational effectiveness, profitability, etc.)
Evaluate business operations and technology for improvement opportunities; recommend and implement approved changes to processes and/or technology
Responsible for department management including staffing, training, performance management and career development of associates, and developing and monitoring department goals
Develop and monitor department budget as required
Maintain current knowledge of legal regulations, industry trends and best practices within Distribution Center operations; make recommendations to improve current processes and to ensure company legal compliance
Additional responsibilities may be assigned as needed

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

Distribution OperationsWarehouse ManagementTransportation ManagementMaintenance ManagementPersonnel ManagementP&L ManagementBudgetingInventory ManagementCost ControlCapital ExpendituresOperational Efficiency

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

Is this a remote position or does it require on-site work?

This is an on-site position located at 4067 County Road 130 - Bellefontaine, Ohio 43311-9359, overseeing two distribution centers in Lima, OH and Bellefontaine, OH.

What salary or compensation does this role offer?

This information is not specified in the job description.

What are the key responsibilities and skills needed for the Director, Distribution role?

The role requires oversight of distribution operations including warehouse operations, transportation, maintenance, P&L management, budgeting, compliance with company policies, facility planning, and maintaining service metrics like on-time delivery and inventory accuracy.

What is the company culture like at SpartanNash?

SpartanNash emphasizes a People First culture, Operational Excellence, and Insights that Drive Solutions, with a family of 20,000 Associates contributing to customer-focused innovation.

What makes a strong candidate for this Director, Distribution position?

Strong candidates will have experience managing distribution center operations, P&L accountability, cross-functional collaboration, facility planning, compliance with safety and sanitation programs, and achieving productivity and service metrics.