Regional DC Operations Director — Safety & Lean Leader

Roundel; Cedar Falls (IA); On-site; USD 135,000 - 243,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(k) plan

Employee discount

Disability insurance

Paid time off

Job summary

Target Cedar Falls Distribution Center seeks an Operations Director to lead a full DC function with a focus on safety, continuous improvement, and team leadership. You will guide strategic priorities, coach leaders, and drive productivity using metrics and on-floor engagement.

You will oversee staffing, scheduling, and cross-functional collaboration while fostering a culture of accountability and problem solving to deliver guest-centric service and efficiency goals.

Qualifications

• Four year degree in Logistics, Supply Chain, Engineering, Technology, Operations, or related field.
• Experience with manufacturing, production, or distribution environments.
• Strong communication, organizational and leadership skills for staffing and coaching.
• Proven ability to use metrics and process improvement to drive results.

Responsibilities

• Lead safety-focused operations across a distribution center with accountability for service, quality, and productivity.
• Set priorities, allocate resources, and coach teams to achieve targets on the floor daily.
• Communicate clearly on goals and performance, with walk-throughs and regular feedback.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem solving

Staffing

Education

Bachelor's degree in Logistics or related field

Tools

Lean Six Sigma

GEMBA walks

Performance metrics

Job description

Target Cedar Falls Distribution Center seeks an Operations Director to lead a full DC function with a focus on safety, continuous improvement, and team leadership. You will guide strategic priorities, coach leaders, and drive productivity using metrics and on-floor engagement.

You will oversee staffing, scheduling, and cross-functional collaboration while fostering a culture of accountability and problem solving to deliver guest-centric service and efficiency goals.