Vice President, Distribution Center Operations

at  Parts Town

SEE WHAT WE’RE ALL ABOUT

As the fastest-growing distributor of restaurant equipment, HVAC and residential appliance parts, we like to do things a little differently. We believe our team should be like family. Not like a second cousin, twice removed, but more like the family you choose to be with every day. First, you have to demonstrate our core values and keep safety as your #1 priority, that’s key. But we’re also looking for unique enthusiasm, high integrity, courage to embrace change…and if you know a few jokes, that puts you on the top of our list.
Do you have a genius-level knowledge of original equipment manufacturer parts? If not, no problem! We’re more interested in passionate people with fresh ideas from different backgrounds. That’s what keeps us at the top of our game. We’re proud that our workplace has been recognized for its growth and innovation on the Inc. 5000 list 15 years in a row and the Crain’s Fast 50 list ten times. We are honored to be voted by our Chicagoland team as a Chicago Tribune Top Workplace for the last four years.
If you’re ready to roll up your sleeves, go above and beyond and put your ambition to work, all while having some fun, let’s chat – Apply Today!

TO LAND THIS OPPORTUNITY

• You have 10+ years of experience leading teams in high-volume, automated Distribution Center environments along with a backpack of knowledge in Operations, Industrial Engineering, or Supply Chain Management.
• You thrive in a fast-paced, high-tech distribution center environment.
• You have successfully managed impactful projects while also keeping day-to-day operations running smoothly.
• Form close partnerships with key suppliers: automation, freight and parcel shipping, supplies, etc.
• As comfortable working on the DC floor as you are contributing to a senior leadership meeting.
• Partner with Talent to structure effective hourly pay structures.
• You naturally lead by example and never fully separate yourself from the day-to-day operation.
• You have demonstrated proficiency in strategy design and implementation, network optimization, workflow design, and P&L management.
• You enjoy motivating your team to reach new production goals. You thrive on change management and enjoy keeping up with a fast-growing environment
• You excel in process improvement methodologies (bonus points if you practice Lean or Six Sigma) and are always looking for ways to become more efficient.
• You’re a go-to for developing and managing productivity, have an analytical mind, and take data-driven steps to understand and solve problems.
• You relish in developing standardized work with a focus on training and process improvement.
• Your professional journey includes Receiving, Stocking, Inventory Control, and Order Fulfillment activities in a high-volume parcel shipping environment.
• You have a solid understanding of parcel shipper operations (UPS, FedEx, USPS, etc.) including both small parcel and freight operations.
• You display empathy, understanding, and patience with employees and external customers.
• You’re a Guru of MS Office – MS Excel is your exceptional friend and a storyteller.
• You are looking to work on-site.
• You’re an all-star communicator and are fluent in English (both written and verbal). Conversational Spanish is a plus.

Please refer the Job description for details