Supply Chain Reliability & Acceleration Leader

Walgreens; Deerfield (IL); On-site; USD 125,000 - 219,000; Full time

Job summary

Walgreens is seeking a seasoned program leader to accelerate network-wide maintenance and reliability capabilities across its distribution network. You will drive strategic programs, establish baselines, standardize reliability practices, and lead transformational initiatives to improve asset performance and total cost of ownership.

In this role you will partner with regional maintenance leadership, supply chain operations, and cross-functional teams to ensure scalable, practical programs.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree and at least 4 years of experience in a supply chain or business role OR a High School/GED plus 7 years of experience in a supply chain or business role.
• At least 2 years of experience contributing to financial decisions in the workplace.
• At least 2 years of direct leadership, indirect leadership and/or cross-functional team leadership.
• Willing to travel up to 10% of the time for business purposes (within state and out of state).

Responsibilities

• Executes and/or oversees processes and approaches, translating strategic goals into actionable tactics and objectives.
• Ensures development of innovative approaches and solutions that support department strategies; implements policies for results.
• Interacts with senior management on matters concerning several functional areas and stakeholders.
• Creates and fosters a high-performance culture focused on engagement, accountability, and continuous improvement.
• Owns and manages relationships with third-party service providers, including contract negotiation and performance management.
• Transfers knowledge across functional lines to promote teamwork and empowerment.
• Champions company initiatives and drives engagement aligned with the company vision.
• Monitors industry trends and regulatory issues and shares learnings with peers.
• Plans, develops and manages departmental budgets and ensures adherence to plans.

Skills

Leadership

Cross-functional leadership

Cost management

Travel up to 10%

Change management

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience

Engineering, Supply Chain, Business Management

Job description

Walgreens is seeking a seasoned program leader to accelerate network-wide maintenance and reliability capabilities across its distribution network. You will drive strategic programs, establish baselines, standardize reliability practices, and lead transformational initiatives to improve asset performance and total cost of ownership.

In this role you will partner with regional maintenance leadership, supply chain operations, and cross-functional teams to ensure scalable, practical programs.