Distribution Director

All the important tasks that will be entrusted to you:

Leadership

• Develop and lead a unified distribution team integrating all receiving, testing, order preparation and shipping operations to ensure a collaborative approach to distribution activities;
• Determine labor requirements to meet production targets;
• Ensure team members have the necessary training and tools to succeed and grow in their roles, including training in safety, operations, and best practices;
• Be responsible for the performance of the teams under his/her supervision;
• Monitor industry trends and technologies to anticipate investment and equipment needs;
• Review and approve the department's recommendations regarding salaries and promotions;
• Collaborate with cross-functional departments to improve communication, streamline processes, and generate revenue;
• Establish employee objectives and evaluate their performance;
• Ensure that all health and safety requirements are met;
• Work with key staff to ensure that an adequate succession plan is in place for all key positions.

Strategic Planning

• Implement production monitoring and quality control systems, analyze productions to identify problems and propose process or personnel adjustments;
• Coordinate with other support departments (human resources, finance, transportation) to ensure the smooth running of production operations;
• Lead continuous improvement efforts related to warehouse operations, layout, processes and training;
• Monitor systems and technologies, and collaborate with IT to establish a roadmap for improvements;
• Align the vision and strategic plans of warehouse operations with SPI2.0 growth and the integration of new brands, including recommendations on capacity management and growth needs.

Operational leadership

• Ensure that all activities support the achievement of Spectra's key inventory accuracy objectives;
• Manage day-to-day activities related to operations;
• Measure productivity by analyzing performance data, financials, and activity reports;
• Implement audits and controls on the company's inventory and assets;
• Coordinate with sales departments to plan capacity and responsiveness to meet customer satisfaction goals;
• Lead and communicate the establishment and maintenance of operations manuals and policies;
• Ensure the proper management and maintenance of the facilities, in coordination with local employees;
• Manage and negotiate real estate leases and contracts;
• Evaluate, plan and execute: selection of suppliers, racking, material handling equipment, technologies and operational needs for the transition, start-up or closure of sites;
• Assess the company's space needs (ownership, lease or 3PL) to support inventory and sales activities, and negotiate with the various owners.

General

• Develop performance indicators (KPIs) and dashboards to measure the performance of all departments and functions;
• Constantly keep up to date with best practices by conducting research, reading, and attending supply chain conferences;
• Lead and participate in the preparation of the budget and the management of expenses for the operations unit.

Your most important areas of competence and expertise for this position:

• University degree in operations management or related field, and 15 years of relevant experience;
• Excellent knowledge of the end-to-end supply chain;
• Experience in managing people, processes, time and priorities;
• Intermediate computer knowledge (MS Office, JD Edwards);
• Knowledge of health and safety regulations;
• Knowledge of the Kaizen method or a related discipline;
• Six Sigma Green Belt certification or higher, an asset;
• Excellent problem-solving skills;
• Ability to plan, organize and lead a team;
• Ability to objectively evaluate staff;
• Excellent communication and organizational skills;
• Very good listening skills;
• Sense of organization, rigor, judgment and discernment;