Sr. Distribution Warehouse Manager

BD; Montecito (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

BD in California seeks a Sr. Distribution Operations Manager to oversee materials movement, inbound/outbound logistics, and finished goods distribution. You will lead optimization projects, advance automation discussions, and collaborate across Global Supply Chain to optimize PFEP planning.

This role requires strong SAP/WMS proficiency and a proven track record in lean warehouse environments. The position emphasizes cost control, KPI ownership, regulatory compliance, and building a

Qualifications

• 8-10 years of experience in Logistics management.
• Advanced experience in SAP and warehouse management systems.
• Experience in Medical Device or regulated industry.
• Experience operating in a lean warehouse environment.
• Skills in developing and executing inventory control strategies.
• Strong knowledge of shipping, receiving, and inventory control processes.
• Proficiency in warehouse management systems and shipping software.
• Experience implementing warehouse management or barcoding systems.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day execution of materials movement between warehouse, production floor, and finished goods shipping to customers and regions.
• Lead optimization and continuous improvement projects to boost warehouse productivity and efficiency.
• Explore and implement automated warehouse technologies (e.g., VLM/ASRS) to enhance material flow.
• Collaborate with Global Supply Chain and Purchasing to develop and execute PFEP plans across procurement, planning, warehousing, and materials control.
• Ensure transactional integrity and stringent controls to minimize supply chain risk and maintain high performance metrics.
• Drive warehouse strategy aligned with global business objectives and ensure GMP/ISO compliance.
• Manage a team of shipping/warehouse staff, including training, performance reviews, and development.
• Define warehousing productivity standards and support budgetary and financial compliance.
• Partner with cross-functional teams to identify vulnerabilities and close operational gaps.

Skills

Team leadership

Communication skills

Continuous improvement

Excel

Education

BA/BS in Supply Chain/Logistics

Tools

SAP / WMS

Tableau

Power BI

QlikView

MS Office

Job description

As a result of the combination of the BD Biosciences and Diagnostic Solutions business with Waters Corporation (NYSE: WAT), by applying to this role, you will be applying for a position with Waters. Waters is a global leader in life sciences, dedicated to accelerating the benefits of pioneering science through analytical technologies, informatics, and service. With a focus on regulated, high-volume testing environments, Waters’ innovative portfolio harnesses deep scientific expertise across biology, chemistry, and physics. Waters collaborates with analytical laboratories around the world to advance the release of effective, high-quality medicines, assure the safety of food and water, and drive better patient outcomes by detecting diseases earlier, managing routine infections, and combatting growing antibiotic resistance. Through a shared culture of relentless innovation, Waters’ passionate team of approximately 16,000 colleagues partner with customers to turn scientific challenges into breakthroughs that improve lives worldwide.

We are the people who give possibilities purpose

BD is one of the largest global medical technology companies in the world. Advancing the world of health™ is our Purpose, and it’s no small feat. It takes the imagination and passion of all of us—from design and engineering to the manufacturing and marketing of our billions of MedTech products per year—to look at the impossible and find transformative solutions that turn dreams into possibilities.

Job Description

The Sr. Distribution Operations Manager leads the overall logistical movement and control of materials, including inbound, outbound, inter-plant, production supply, inventory management, warehouse operations and transportation. Responsible for expense control and warehouse operational KPI's. Serves as process owner and subject matter expert for warehouse/shipping and Inventory.

Details:

• Manages the day-to-day execution of the materials movement process between the warehouse and the production floor and Finished Goods shipping to customers and Regions.
• Lead key Optimization and Continuous Improvement projects for the warehouse using sound analytical methods, sophisticated software skills, change management, and communication tools to effectively operate a warehouse that will yield the highest productivity and efficiency.
• Continue to drive the discussion on the use of new automated warehouse technologies such as VLM/ASRS and automated material delivery.
• Partner with Global Supply Chain/Purchasing to continue the formulation of the Plan for Every Part (PFEP) that is inclusive of purchasing, planning, warehousing, and control of materials from the receipt of forecasting of replenishment needs to the delivery of finished products to finished goods warehouses and distribution, based on this deliverable ensure planning and induction for warehouse capacity in Satellite DC.
• Manage transactional integrity and establish controls to ensure Waters operates at the highest level of performance based on key performance metrics and minimized supply chain risk.
• Ensure strategies, policies, procedures, and overall teams are in place to optimize the value of the entire function in creating a world class warehousing group in support of the Global Supply Chain.
• Leads key projects or initiatives supporting process transformation, inventory optimization, Continuous Improvement, and other warehouse management initiatives.
• Responsible for managing a team of shipping/warehouse associates, including training, compliance, and performance measurement. Hire, train, develop, and motivate warehouse personnel to follow procedures, meet high quality standards, support production schedules, and achieve operations department and productivity goals. Evaluate and provide ongoing coaching, development, and performance feedback to the warehouse team.
• Determine warehousing productivity standards for processes and labor.
• Execution of the warehouse strategy to support Key Business Objectives.
• Responsible for the inventory control program and financial compliance.
• Collaborates cross functionally to identify vulnerabilities and to close operational gaps.
• Ensure a high level of engagement with cross-functional teams within the manufacturing, purchasing and supply chain teams.
• Involved in periodically updating and improving procedures, instructions, and tools related to warehousing activity improvement.
• Complies with all GMP, regulatory and ISO guidelines, including company policies and departmental procedures.
• Perform other duties as required by the site leadership.

Skills:

• Experienced managing a team of warehouse/logistics associates.
• Interpersonal and oral/written communications skills.
• Experience in SAP or related warehouse management, Inventory control & sound knowledge in Data Analytics tool (Eg: Tableau, Power BI, QlikView).
• Experience with continuous improvement projects.
• Experience with Excel and Microsoft office suite.

Qualifications and Experience:

• BA/BS degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, or related field
• 8-10 years of experience in Logistics management
• Advanced experience in SAP and warehouse management systems
• Experience in Medical Device or regulated industry

Required Qualifications/Skills:

• Experience operating in a lean warehouse environment.
• Skills in developing and executing inventory control strategies.
• Strong knowledge of shipping, receiving, and inventory control processes.
• Proficiency in warehouse management systems and shipping software.
• Experience implementing warehouse management or barcoding systems.

Why Join Us?

To find purpose in the possibilities, we need people who can see the bigger picture, who understand the human story that underpins everything we do. We welcome people with the imagination and drive to help us reinvent the future of healthcare. At BD, you’ll discover a culture in which you can learn, grow and thrive.

We believe that when people connect in person, we learn faster, collaborate more deeply, and build a stronger culture. Join us and enjoy a culture where face‑to‑face collaboration supports your learning, your progress, and your success.

To learn more about BD visit https://bd.com/careers.

Becton, Dickinson, and Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We evaluate applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, marital or domestic or civil union status, familial status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetics, disability, military eligibility or veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.

Primary Work Location

USA CA - San Jose - Montecito

Work Shift

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