Senior DC Operations Leader: Drive Efficiency & Growth

Petco; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Petco is hiring a Senior Manager, Distribution Operations to oversee day-to-day distribution center operations and drive safety, efficiency, and continuous improvement. You will lead a large team, manage labor planning, and optimize workflows using Lean Six Sigma principles.

Collaboration with cross-functional partners and leadership of distribution technology systems will be essential to align operations with Petco’s goals and customer expectations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required in supply chain, logistics, business, or related field.
• 7+ years in distribution/logistics, with at least 6 years in a leadership role.
• Experience leading large teams in high-volume distribution.
• Strong understanding of distribution technologies (WMS, TMS) and continuous improvement methods (Lean, Six Sigma).
• Proven ability to manage P&L, budgeting, and financial performance in a distribution setting.

Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor, and coach a team of managers, supervisors, and distribution staff to ensure engagement, productivity, and performance.
• Drive safety culture and ensure OSHA and company safety compliance.
• Direct daily operations across receiving, inventory, picking, packing, and shipping with efficient, accurate execution.
• Implement Lean, Six Sigma, or similar methodologies to optimize workflows and reduce costs.
• Collaborate with senior leadership to align distribution with company goals and ensure customer expectations.
• Oversee warehouse technology systems to improve performance.
• Build partnerships with cross-functional teams to improve service levels and efficiency.

Skills

Leadership

Team development

Strategic thinking

Communication

Problem solving

Data-driven decisions

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain/Logistics/Business

Tools

WMS

TMS

Lean/Six Sigma

Job description

Petco is hiring a Senior Manager, Distribution Operations to oversee day-to-day distribution center operations and drive safety, efficiency, and continuous improvement. You will lead a large team, manage labor planning, and optimize workflows using Lean Six Sigma principles.

Collaboration with cross-functional partners and leadership of distribution technology systems will be essential to align operations with Petco’s goals and customer expectations.