OPERATIONAL LEADERSHIPProvide direct leadership and operational oversight for the distribution center, ensuring consistent processes, throughput, standards, and performance across sites.Own execution of daily, weekly, and monthly operating plans for receiving, put‑away, storage, picking, loading, and dispatch.Ensure adequate coverage and leadership presence for 24/7 operation, including nights and weekends, through effective scheduling and delegation. PEOPLE LEADERSHIP & TEAM DEVELOPMENTLead, coach, and develop warehouse leadership teams.Review and evaluate performance of all distribution center functions and direct reports, addressing performance gaps, and taking corrective action to ensure the managers of each functional area are delivering on operating goals.Set clear expectations, conduct regular performance check‑ins, and support annual performance review processes.Partner with HR on recruitment, onboarding, training, performance management, and employee relations matters.Build a culture of accountability, respect, inclusion, and continuous improvement. SAFETY, COMPLIANCE & FACILITY STANDARDSChampion a strong safety culture in both warehouses; ensure adherence to all company safety policies and applicable regulations (e.g., OSHA, Federal, State or other local governing entities).Conduct regular safety walks, audits, and incident reviews; ensure corrective actions are implemented and tracked.Ensure facilities and equipment are maintained to company standards (housekeeping, MHE, racking, dock doors, yard, etc.). SERVICE, QUALITY & INVENTORY CONTROLEnsure customer service targets (on‑time, accuracy) are met or exceeded across the site.Oversee inventory control practices (cycle counts, reconciliations, root cause analysis of variances) and drive inventory accuracy.Monitor and improve picking accuracy, damage rates, load quality, and adherence to standard operating procedures (SOPs). STRATEGY Develop short-term plans towards Red Bull’s continuous improvement goals for Cost, Quality, Accuracy, Turn time, Safety, and Environmental Consideration.Assist with strategy across relevant shared service and operations partners to best meet facility goals and priorities.Assist the General Manager with acting as the local liaison for internal partners PRODUCTIVITY, COST MANAGEMENT & KPISDevelop best practices and efficiency recommendations for facility operations.Manage labor planning, staffing levels, and shift structures to match volume while controlling overtime and temporary labor usage.Track and report key performance indicators (KPIs) for both facilities (safety, quality, productivity, throughput, cost per case, overall service).Identify and implement initiatives to improve productivity, reduce waste, and optimize use of space, labor, and equipment.Accountable for overall site P&L financial performance CROSS‑FUNCTIONAL COLLABORATION & COMMUNICATIONServe as the primary operational contact for internal partners (e.g., Transport, Supply Planning, Sales, Commercial, IT, Finance).Proactively communicate constraints, risks, and recovery plans related to service, capacity, or inventory.Support network‑wide initiatives, pilots, and system changes impacting the distribution center. PROCESS IMPROVEMENT & CHANGE MANAGEMENTDrive standardization of processes and best practices across the site.Lead or support continuous improvement projects (e.g., layout optimization, slotting, WMS enhancements, automation/technology enablement).Oversee the training on new processes, policies, and technologies; ensure sustained adoption and compliance. BUSINESS CONTINUITY & 24/7 READINESSEnsure robust contingency plans are in place (weather events, system outages, equipment failures, staffing gaps).Coordinate with the General Manager on strategic capacity planning and long‑term infrastructure needs.Serve as escalation point for critical incidents outside of normal business hours.
