VP, Distribution & Logistics Transformation (AI + Automation)

NorthPoint Search Group; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 185,000 - 230,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Executive benefits package

Relocation support

Job summary

NorthPoint Search Group is seeking an accomplished Vice President of Distribution to lead multi-site U.S. distribution operations from its Charlotte, NC headquarters.

You will drive safety, productivity, cost discipline, and KPIs while guiding major modernization efforts across robotics, AI, and warehouse technology. The role requires 12+ years in logistics with 5+ years in senior leadership, plus a track record of facility upgrades and tech integrations.

Qualifications

• 12+ years in warehouse, distribution, or logistics operations, including 5+ years in senior leadership across multi-site networks.
• Experience in CPG or high-volume consumer sectors.
• Track record of leading facility upgrades, automation initiatives, and technology integrations at scale.
• Strong knowledge of distribution KPIs, labor planning, WMS, and warehouse financials.

Responsibilities

• Lead and optimize daily operations across multiple U.S. distribution centers, ensuring safety, service, productivity, and cost control.
• Oversee all aspects of warehouse performance: inventory, receiving, fulfillment, shipping, labor, and KPI alignment.
• Drive standardization of processes and reporting across locations.
• Lead planning and execution of facility upgrades to improve efficiency, capacity, and environmental standards.
• Assess and implement robotics, goods-to-person automation, conveyors, and other tech to optimize throughput.
• Partner with teams and vendors on layout redesign and capital projects.
• Modernize the tech stack via WMS upgrades, AI-powered labor planning, and real-time analytics.
• Use data science and predictive tools to improve inventory, workforce planning, and order prioritization.
• Align tech strategy with business goals for a smarter, responsive network.
• Build a high-performance, people-first culture emphasizing safety, accountability, and development.
• Develop network of site leaders with coaching and succession planning.
• Champion diversity, equity, and inclusion across operations.
• Collaborate with Transportation, Supply Chain, Customer Service, IT, and Finance to align execution with goals.
• Serve as strategic voice in planning, expansion, and enterprise improvements.

Skills

Executive leadership

WMS knowledge

Automation experience

AI integration

Data analytics

Budget management

Education

Bachelor’s degree

MBA preferred

Tools

APICS certification

Six Sigma

Lean

Job description

NorthPoint Search Group is seeking an accomplished Vice President of Distribution to lead multi-site U.S. distribution operations from its Charlotte, NC headquarters.

You will drive safety, productivity, cost discipline, and KPIs while guiding major modernization efforts across robotics, AI, and warehouse technology. The role requires 12+ years in logistics with 5+ years in senior leadership, plus a track record of facility upgrades and tech integrations.