VP of Distribution, Automation & Fleet Operations

Coca-Cola Beverages Florida, LLC; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 260,000 - 400,000; Full time

Job summary

Coca-Cola Beverages Florida, LLC in Tampa seeks a VP, Distribution Operations to set the vision, strategy, and operating model for the distribution network, including warehouses, automation, inventory, fleets, and field logistics.

The role drives enterprise-wide operational excellence, asset utilization, and future capabilities while aligning with service, safety, inventory, financial, and customer objectives. It oversees a scalable, resilient operation to support growth.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field.
• 15+ years of progressive leadership in distribution, automation, logistics, or supply chain operations.
• 7+ years of leadership directing large, multi-site operations.
• Experience with highly automated warehouses and warehouse automation systems (AGVs, Vertique).
• Strong financial acumen with managing operating/capital budgets.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute the enterprise warehouse and distribution strategy.
• Lead the design, optimization, and evolution of Coke Florida’s distribution network.
• Provide executive leadership for DCs, cross-docks, automation, inventory management, and fleet operations.
• Establish enterprise operating standards, KPIs, and governance.
• Drive productivity, service, and cost-performance improvements.
• Lead operating reviews and drive continuous improvement.
• Develop and implement automation strategy and roadmap across facilities.
• Ensure safety, compliance, and business continuity.

Skills

Leadership experience

Distribution operations

Automation experience

Financial acumen

Strategy development

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Engineering, Business, or related discipline

Master’s degree (preferred)

Tools

Vertique automation

Warehouse Management Systems (WMS)

TMS & ERP

SAP

Manhattan WMS

Blue Yonder

Power BI

Job description

Coca-Cola Beverages Florida, LLC in Tampa seeks a VP, Distribution Operations to set the vision, strategy, and operating model for the distribution network, including warehouses, automation, inventory, fleets, and field logistics.

The role drives enterprise-wide operational excellence, asset utilization, and future capabilities while aligning with service, safety, inventory, financial, and customer objectives. It oversees a scalable, resilient operation to support growth.