Senior Director, Continuous Improvement - Retail Distribution

TSV Consulting LLC; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; Full time

Job summary

A leading consulting firm partners with a major retailer to find a Senior Director of Continuous Improvement - Distribution in Cincinnati, OH. This executive role involves optimizing distribution operations, reducing costs, and leading teams in implementing lean methodologies. The ideal candidate has 10+ years of experience in a retail distribution role and strong skills in Six Sigma and data analysis. Full relocation assistance is offered for candidates outside of Cincinnati. Travel requirements are significant, around 75%.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in Continuous Improvement for big-box retailers focused on distribution.
• Experience with labor standards and passion for innovation.
• Ability to oversee and drive change.

Responsibilities

• Analyze distribution processes to identify improvement areas.
• Develop and implement continuous improvement strategies.
• Utilize data for performance measurement and optimization.
• Facilitate training for smooth implementation of changes.
• Supervise and coach your team on performance and development.

Skills

Continuous Improvement methodologies

Data analysis

Training and coaching

Six Sigma

Innovation

Education

Bachelor’s degree in industrial engineering or related field

Tools

Manhattan Warehouse Management System

JDA

Red Prairie

Job description

Senior Director Continuous Improvement - Distribution

TSV is partnering with one of the nation's largest retailers to hire a Senior Director Continuous Improvement - Distribution. This is a strategic leadership role reporting to the VP Distribution. The incumbent will have six direct reports. An excellent opportunity to join a well‑established, employee‑focused company that values a positive culture and supports career growth. For candidates residing outside of Cincinnati, OH full relocation assistance is being offered.

Summary

The incumbent will drive enterprise‑wide initiatives to optimize distribution operations, improve efficiency and flow to enhance organizational performance. This role involves analyzing current processes, developing improvement strategies, and implementing solutions to reduce costs, improve productivity and flow, and service while also increasing safety, quality, and repeatability. This role will also foster a culture of continuous improvement, ensuring that teams are equipped with the necessary knowledge and tools to drive positive change. The incumbent will lead the central engineering team across Supply Chain operations to ensure to maximize productivity and costs and champion efforts against long‑range strategic planning initiatives as well as lead initiatives to improve productivity, reduce waste, and optimize systems across supply chain operations. This role is responsible for driving continuous improvement, implementing lean methodologies, and aligning engineering strategies with business goals.

What You’ll Do

• Analyze existing distribution processes and workflows to identify areas for improvement and continuous improvement inside and outside the 4‑walls
• Develop and implement strategies including TPM with Lead, Six Sigma, and other continuous improvement methodologies
• Utilize data analysis to assess current processes, measure performance, and identify areas for optimization. Tracking and reporting on the process of improvement projects, ensuring desired results are achieved
• Facilitate workshops, training sessions, and communication to ensure smooth implementation of changes and adoption of new processes
• Involve employees in the improvement process through training and feedback mechanisms, fostering a culture of continuous learning and ownership
• Supervise and coach direct reports on the performance of their duties, complete performance reviews and provide coaching, development, and succession planning at the site level

What You’ll Bring

• 10+ years of experience in Continuous Improvement for a big‑box retailer with a focus on distribution
• Vast experience with labor standards
• Passion for innovation
• Ability to build, own, and drive change
• Experience with six sigma, DMAIC and DMADV, Lean, Kaizen, and statistical process control.
• Experience with Manhattan Warehouse Management System (preferred), JDA, Red Prairie or similar warehouse management system

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in industrial engineering or related field of study

Travel

• 75%

Seniority level

• Executive

Employment type

• Full‑time

Job function

• Distribution, Strategy/Planning, and Supply Chain

Industries

• Retail