Vice President of Operations, Multi-Site Distribution & Logistics

Keller Executive Search — Kansas City, Missouri, United States

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OverviewOn behalf of our client a growing multisite distributor of largeformat home and commercial furnishings with distribution operations across the United States we are seeking an accomplished Vice President of Operations to unify and strengthen a nationwide distribution and customerservice network This is a true operating leadership role not a strategyonly seat You will build a disciplined scalable multisite operating model while improving service cost consistency accountability and execution across the network Reporting directly to ownership and partnering closely with the VP of Sales you will have direct influence over a nationwide operation real ownership of how it runs and visible impact on customers culture and resultsKey ResponsibilitiesStabilize leadership staffing safety and daily execution across the distribution center networkStandardize warehouse and customerservice procedures controls KPIs and operating routines companywideAssess and implement a practical hubandspoke operating model including facility roles capacity routing willcall and shipping methodsImprove carrier 3PL freight and lastmile delivery performanceOwn the national customerservice organization including customer experience response times openorder execution and service recoveryIdentify underperforming locations and leadership gaps and build concrete action plans to close themBuild SOPs budgets and performancemanagement processes that scale across a growing networkRecruit coach and develop a stronger permanent bench of local operating leadersStrengthen daytoday coordination between Operations Sales and other functions to build a customerfocused operating cultureSpend regular meaningful time inside facilities working alongside local teams not managing exclusively through reportsnbspRequirementsnbspRequired Qualifications10 years of progressive operations leadership experienceProven track record leading and improving complex multisite warehouse or distribution networksDemonstrated success stabilizing operations and developing capable local leadersSignificant experience with freight carrier 3PL routing transfers and lastmile deliveryExperience building SOPs KPIs budgets and performancemanagement processesStrong people leadership with meaningful safety and compliance responsibilityExcellent analytical judgment communication skills and business acumenComfortable spending substantial time onsite in distribution facilitiesBachelors degree or equivalent education combined with progressive operating experienceMust be authorized to work in the United StatesPreferred QualificationsDirect leadership of both distribution and customerservice functionsExperience with distributionfootprint rationalization or hubandspoke network designBackground in furniture building products appliances flooring cabinetscountertops commercial equipment plumbingHVAC or other bulky highcube product distributionInternational containerflow or import logistics exposureExperience partnering closely with a private ownership group or boardTrack record building alignment across stakeholders before moving teams into executionBenefitsBase salary 170000 to 210000 based on experience and locationAnnual performance bonus target Comprehensive benefits package including medical dental and vision coverage retirement plan and paid time off specific plan details shared during the interview processAdditional benefits to be discussed with qualified candidatesEqual Employment Opportunity and NonDiscrimination PolicyEqual Employment Opportunity Statement Both Keller Executive Search and our clients are Equal Opportunity Employers For all positions whether with Keller Executive Search or our clients qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race skin color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity gender expression national origin age protected veteran status disability genetic information or any other legally protected statusCommitment to Diversity Keller Executive Search and its clients are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment where all individuals are valued and respectedReasonable Accommodations Both Keller Executive Search and our clients are committed to providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities and pregnant individuals We engage in an interactive process to determine effective reasonable accommodationsCompensation Information For client positions compensation information is available in the job post If not provided it will be shared during the interview process in accordance with applicable laws When required by law salary ranges will be included in job postings Actual salary may depend on skills experience and comparison to current employees in similar roles Salary ranges may vary based on role and locationCompliance with Laws Both Keller Executive Search and our clients comply with federal state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment This policy 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