Head of Distribution & Logistics Operations

1915 South / Ashley; Thomasville (GA); Presencial; USD 90 000 - 150 000; Tempo integral

Vantagens oferecidas por esta oferta de emprego

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Disability insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

401k with company match

Tuition assistance at ThomasUniversity

Employee discounts

Employee referral program

Resumo da oferta

1915 South in Covington operates 41 Ashley stores and 4 distribution centers across the southeast and seeks a Director of Distribution to oversee all distribution center activities, ensuring efficient material flow and timely shipments.

You will drive workforce planning, budgeting, safety programs, and cross-functional collaboration with Merchandising, IT, and Sales to support growth and customer satisfaction.

Responsabilidades

• Direct all day-to-day distribution center operations including receiving, put-away, storage, picking, staging, loading, and returns processing
• Own throughput, on-time shipment, order accuracy, report performance against KPIs to executive leadership
• Develop and execute annual operating plans that support company growth, seasonal demand cycles, and new product launches
• Maximize cube utilization and slotting efficiency for building efficiency
• Maintain inventory accuracy through cycle counting, physical inventory programs, and root-cause resolution of variances
• Manage receiving schedules, devanning labor plans coordination
• Reduce concealed and handling damage through inspection protocols, packaging standards, and material handling training
• Oversee the repair/touch-up shop and disposition process for damaged, returned, and clearance merchandise to maximize recovery value
• Optimize route density, delivery windows, and customer communication to improve first-attempt delivery rates and satisfaction scores
• Lead and develop a team of operations managers, supervisors, and hourly associates across multiple shifts
• Build workforce plans that balance permanent and temporary labor against seasonal volume; manage recruiting, onboarding, and retention initiatives
• Establish performance standards, coaching cadences, and succession plans; foster a culture of accountability and engagement
• Own the distribution center operating budget, including labor, freight, equipment, and facility expenses
• Track and reduce cost-per-unit shipped and cost-per-delivery; identify and deliver measurable savings
• Justify and manage capital expenditures for racking, material handling equipment, and technology
• Champion a safety-first culture; ensure OSHA compliance, forklift certification programs, ergonomic lifting practices, and incident investigation follow-through
• Maintain facility, fleet, and equipment readiness through preventive maintenance programs and vendor management
• Ensure compliance with DOT regulations, and internal audit standards
• Drive process improvement using Lean, Six Sigma, or similar methodologies to eliminate waste and improve labor productivity
• Lead WMS/TMS enhancements, RF and automation initiatives, and integration with ERP and e-commerce platforms
• Partner cross-functionally with Merchandising, Sales, Customer Service, and IT to align operations with commercial priorities

Descrição da oferta de emprego

1915 South in Covington operates 41 Ashley stores and 4 distribution centers across the southeast and seeks a Director of Distribution to oversee all distribution center activities, ensuring efficient material flow and timely shipments.

You will drive workforce planning, budgeting, safety programs, and cross-functional collaboration with Merchandising, IT, and Sales to support growth and customer satisfaction.