Distribution Manager

Luxottica; Lewisville (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Distribution Manager to oversee the Lenses and Contacts lenses business in Lewisville, TX. This pivotal role involves managing logistics priorities, enhancing operational efficiencies, and leading a dynamic team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in supply chain management and logistics, with the ability to analyze data and implement process improvements. Join a forward-thinking company that values innovation and operational excellence, and make a significant impact on the distribution of high-quality vision care products.

Benefits

Health care

Retirement savings

Paid time off

Employee discounts

Competitive bonus

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in Supply Chain and Logistics in complex environments.
• Strong knowledge of Supply Chain networks and capacity management.

Responsibilities

• Maximize department performance by directing daily, weekly, and monthly activities.
• Manage inventory to ensure product availability and meet service level goals.
• Lead key projects to develop lean logistics and improve business processes.

Skills

Supply Chain Management

Logistics

Data Interpretation

Problem Solving

People Management

Multi-tasking

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Logistics

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering

Bachelor’s degree in Finance

Bachelor’s degree in Technology

Tools

SAP AFS

MS Office

PKMS - Manhattan

Job description

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If you’ve worn a pair of glasses, we’ve already met.

We are a global leader in the design, manufacture, and distribution of ophthalmic lenses, frames, and sunglasses. We offer our industry stakeholders in over 150 countries access to a global platform of high-quality vision care products such as the Essilor brand, with Varilux, Crizal, Eyezen, Stellest and Transitions, iconic brands that consumers love such as Ray-Ban, Oakley, Persol and Oliver Peoples, as well as a network that offers consumers high-quality vision care and best-in-class shopping experiences such as Sunglass Hut, LensCrafters, and Target Optical, and leading e-commerce platforms.

Our unique business model and relentless pursuit of operational excellence ensures that consumers everywhere have access to products. Balancing speed, efficiency and proximity, the Company manages a global supply chain with cutting-edge technology, based on centralization for frames and on a capillary network for lens finishing and prescription laboratories. In our dynamic environment, fueled by technology and innovation, our people have the space to pioneer new solutions.

The Distribution Manager will have the full responsibility of the Lenses and Contacts lenses business in Lewisville, TX. In partnership with the logistic departments, the manager will be responsible for the management of priorities between different channels, customers and orders types. Performs hands-on department tasks as required. The manager will manage multiple projects, focus on service levels and drive efficiencies.

MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

1. To maximize the performance of the department by directing the day, week, and monthly activities
2. Providing leadership, motivation, training and development of the workforce
3. Manages inventory to ensure product is in stock and productivity and service level goals are met.
4. Responsible for workload planning and volume forecasting
5. Develops and improve business processes for logistics and distribution.
6. Collaborates with finance to provide forecast of inventory, inbound and outbound, on weekly/monthly basis
7. Leads business key projects to develop a lean logistic.
8. Identifies trends, presents improvement ideas to the senior leadership and make recommendations for process improvements.
9. Develop annual plan for improvement initiatives and execute projects as per project plans
10. Build and leverage relationships with functional leaders and collaborate with internal business partners to deliver optimal solutions.
11. Create appropriate presentation material for various business reviews, including KPI reviews
12. Evaluate gaps in productivity and service balance, coordinate, and lead projects to improve the reliability and efficiency of the processes.
13. Monitor replenishment vs. plan daily and recommend corrective action as required for execution by the team to ensure desired inventory coverage levels.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

1. Bachelor’s degree in Logistics, Engineering, Finance or Technology
2. 5+ years of experience in Supply Chain and or Logistic in complex environments

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

1. Strong knowledge of Supply Chain networks, Logistic needs, Capacity Management, People management
2. Able to gather, manipulate and interpret data, solve problems, predict trends, and establish priorities
3. Well organized, self-motivated, adhere to deadlines and ability to multi-task
4. Able to grow in an international and dynamic environment
5. Experience with SAP AFS, MS Office, PKMS - Manhattan and planning systems

Employee pay is determined by multiple factors, including geography, experience, qualifications, skills and local minimum wage requirements. In addition, you may also be offered a competitive bonus and/or commission plan, which complements a first-class total rewards package. Benefits may include health care, retirement savings, paid time off/vacation, and various employee discounts.

Upon request and consistent with applicable laws, EssilorLuxottica will provide reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities who need assistance in the application and hiring process. To request a reasonable accommodation, please call the EssilorLuxottica SpeakUp Hotline at 844-303-0229 (be sure to provide your name and contact information so that we may follow up in a timely manner) or email [e-mail].

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, gender, national origin, social origin, social condition, being perceived as a victim of domestic violence, sexual aggression or stalking, religion, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, citizenship, ancestry, veteran or military status, marital status, pregnancy (including unlawful discrimination on the basis of a legally protected pregnancy or maternity leave), genetic information or any other characteristics protected by law. Native Americans in the US receive preference in accordance with Tribal Law.