Director of SCM Execution COE

Southern Glazer's Wine & Spirits; Town of Florida (NY); On-site; USD 160,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan

Tuition assistance

Wellness program

Parental leave

Vacation accrual

Paid sick leave

Medical and prescription drug coverage

Job summary

Southern Glazer's Wine & Spirits is seeking a Director, Execution CoE to lead strategy, design, and execution across replenishment, logistics execution, and inventory optimization. You will standardize processes, drive innovation, and build a high-performance CoE that partners with Replenishment, Logistics, Inventory Optimization, S&OP, Supplier Management, and Technology teams.

You will manage a team of managers and experts, drive cross-functional alignment, and oversee AI-driven transformation

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field required; MBA preferred
• Progressive supply chain experience with replenishment, inventory optimization, and logistics execution
• 5+ years in people leadership roles including managing managers and cross-functional teams
• Experience with advanced supply chain tools, analytics platforms, ERP systems and complex data
• Deep understanding of end-to-end supply chain synchronization and processes
• Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams and drive transformation
• Strong problem solving and communication skills
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite

Responsibilities

• Define and execute the vision and roadmap for Replenishment, Logistics Execution, and Inventory Optimization capabilities
• Establish standardized processes, governance frameworks, and best practices across all areas of the Execution team
• Lead a team of functional managers, product managers, and process experts focused on continuous improvement and innovation
• Lead Daily/Weekly supply chain execution routines and drive cross-functional action plans
• Drive organizational alignment between execution teams and strategic supply chain priorities
• Oversee design and optimization of replenishment and inventory optimization models and processes
• Lead the AI pipeline from creation to delivery and the associated CoE team
• Apply data-driven methodologies to identify root causes and drive corrective action
• Lead large-scale transformation programs and act as a key interface with stakeholders
• Monitor outcomes and KPIs and ROI of CoE initiatives
• Perform other duties as assigned

Skills

People leadership

Cross-functional teams

Problem solving

Strategic thinking

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business Administration, Supply Chain

MBA preferred

Tools

ERP systems

Analytics platforms

MS Office

Job description

What You Need To Know

Shape a remarkable future with us. Build a career working for an industry leader that truly invests in their people – and equips them with leading technology, continuous learning, and the ability to bring their best selves to work. As North America's largest total beverage distributor, Southern Glazer’s isn't just one of Forbes’ Top Private Companies; it's a family-owned business with deep roots dating back to 1933.

Southern Glazer’s is proud of its well‑earned positive reputation, continually achieving accolades for our outstanding workplace culture. We take pride in creating a culture where our people are valued, supported, and provided opportunities for growth and belonging.

As a full‑time employee, you can choose from a wide‑ranging menu of our Top Shelf Benefits, including comprehensive medical and prescription drug coverage, dental and vision plans, tax‑saving Flexible Spending Accounts, disability coverage, life insurance plans, and a 401(k) plan. We also offer tuition assistance, a wellness program, parental leave, vacation accrual, paid sick leave, and more.

By joining Southern Glazer’s, you would be part of a team that values excellence, innovation, and community. This is more than just a job – it's an opportunity to build the future of beverage distribution and grow with a company that truly cares about its people.

Overview

The Director, Execution CoE is responsible for leading the strategy, design, and execution of best-in-class capabilities across replenishment, logistics execution, and inventory optimization. This role serves as the central driver of process standardization, advanced innovation, and continuous improvement initiatives that enable end‑to‑end supply chain excellence. This leader will partner cross‑functionally with Replenishment, Logistics, Inventory Optimization, S&OP, Supplier Management, and Technology teams to deliver scalable solutions that improve service levels, optimize inventory, and reduce total supply chain and inventory costs.

Primary Responsibilities

• Define and execute the vision and roadmap for Replenishment, Logistics Execution, and Inventory Optimization capabilities
• Establish standardized processes, governance frameworks, and best practices across all areas of the Execution team
• Lead a team of functional managers, product managers, and process experts focused on continuous improvement and innovation
• Lead Daily/Weekly supply chain execution routines, quickly problem solving and driving cross functional action plans to address short and long terms operational bottle necks
• Drive organizational alignment between execution teams and strategic supply chain priorities.
• Oversee the design and optimization of replenishment and inventory optimization models and processes, as well as technology initiatives
• Lead the Replenishment, Execution and Inventory Optimization AI pipeline from creation to delivery as well as the associated Center of Excellence team focused on continuous improvement of process and technology
• Apply data‑driven methodologies to identify root causes of performance or process gaps and drive corrective action
• Lead large‑scale transformation programs (e.g., control tower, process standardization, training, adherence and adoption)
• Act as a key interface with external and internal stakeholders
• Monitor outcomes and KPIs, measuring the return on investment (ROI) and performance of CoE initiatives
• Perform other job‑related duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business Administration, Supply Chain or related field (MBA preferred)
• Progressive supply chain experience with significant exposure to replenishment, inventory optimization, and logistics execution
• 5+ years in people leadership roles, including managing managers and cross‑functional teams
• Experience with advanced supply chain tools, analytics platforms, ERP systems and complex data
• Deep understanding of end‑to‑end supply chain synchronization and processes
• Proven ability to lead cross‑functional teams and drive transformation or enterprise‑wide operational changes from ideation to implementation
• Advanced and swift problem solving, simplification of complex processes and ways of working and organization vision
• Exceptional customer service and written/verbal communication skills
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite

Physical Demands

• Physical demands for a considerable amount of time include sitting and typing/keyboarding using a computer (keyboard, mouse, and monitor).
• Occasional to rare walking, bending, reaching, standing, and stooping, including periodic site/shop visits.
• May require occasional lifting/lowering, pushing, carrying, or pulling up to 20 lbs

EEO Statement

Southern Glazer's Wine and Spirits, an Affinative Action/EEO employer, prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type and provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training. SGWS complies with all federal, state and local laws concerning consideration of a qualified applicant's arrest and/or criminal conviction records. Southern Glazer's Wine and Spirits provides competitive compensation based on estimated performance level consistent with the past relevant experience, knowledge, skills, abilities and education of employees. Unless otherwise expressly stated, any pay ranges posted here are estimates from outside of Southern Glazer's Wine and Spirits and do not reflect Southern Glazer's pay bands or ranges.

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