Operational Leadership & Performance
Plan and manage efficient receipt, storage, order fulfillment, loading, and/or transportation activities— including third-party providers—while maintaining a strong focus on KPIs, quality, service, and cost.
Utilize forecasting tools and methodologies to align labor, capacity, and resources with current and anticipated volume.
Monitor, analyze, and act on operational performance data (productivity, quality, utilization) to drive continuous improvement.
Customer & Stakeholder Engagement
Build and maintain strong relationships with internal stakeholders, external customers, and third-party providers/carriers.
Participate in leadership meetings, customer visits, and third-party audits; proactively identify business opportunities and process improvements that enhance service and support growth.
People Leadership & Development
Recruit, hire, train, and develop distribution and/or transportation team members; ensure appropriate staffing and coverage to meet business needs.
Provide day-to-day leadership and motivation for a team of approximately 20-50 coworkers, fostering a culture of accountability, engagement, and collaboration.
Conduct performance reviews, ongoing coaching conversations, and salary recommendations.
Promote open, transparent communication and ensure associates understand goals, expectations, and priorities.
Safety, Compliance & Workplace Standards
Administer training, qualification, and safety programs to ensure regulatory and company policy compliance.
Communicate and enforce policies, procedures, and standard work within assigned areas.
Ensure the physical condition of the facility and work areas supports a clean, safe, and healthy working environment.
Financial Management & Continuous Improvement
Own and manage multi-departmental P&Ls with accountability for budget performance, cost control, and operational efficiency.
Identify and implement initiatives that reduce cost-to-serve while maintaining or improving service levels.
Implement Lean principles and methodologies to streamline processes, eliminate waste, and improve safety, quality, and productivity.
Lead cross-functional teams in problem-solving and process-improvement initiatives; standardize best practices across the operation.
Other Responsibilities
Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned to support business needs and organizational objectives.
Education and Experience
Level of Formal Education: Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience
Area of Study: Supply Chain, Business, Engineering, Distribution Management preferred.
Minimum Years of Experience: 3
Type of Experience: Leadership role in Distribution, Transportation, and/or Operations preferred
Technical Competencies & Information Systems: Microsoft Office to include Outlook and Teams
Skills & Abilities
Strong leadership and communication skills, with the ability to influence and align cross-functional teams
Deep knowledge of warehouse and/or transportation operations, procedures, and best practices
Proven, sound decision-making skills in a fast-paced, metrics-driven environment
Demonstrated ability to lead, develop, and motivate employees to achieve operational, safety, and service goals
Additional Language Skills: English. Spanish is a plus.
Personal Attributes & Other/Preferred
Self-motivated, proactive, and accountable
Collaborative team player who builds strong relationships across functions and levels
Able to set clear expectations, monitor progress, and hold self and others accountable for results
Effective at leading through change and providing timely, candid coaching and feedback to associates
Flexible and adaptable, with the ability to adjust priorities to meet evolving business needs
Comfortable meeting with customers and clients to build strong partnerships, understand their needs, and identify opportunities to grow the business
Strong financial acumen, with the ability to forecast the business, interpret results, and adjust plans and resources based on changing conditions
About The ODP Group: The ODP Group, through its business entities ODP Business Solutions and Office Depot, is a leading provider of products, services, and technology solutions through an integrated business-to-business (B2B) distribution platform and omnichannel presence, which includes world-class supply chain and distribution operations, dedicated sales professionals, online presence, and a network of Office Depot and OfficeMax retail stores.
Commitment to Safety: We are committed to maintaining a safe and healthy work environment for our Coworkers and our customers. All Coworkers are expected to support our operational safety culture by working safely and addressing potential hazards or concerns.
Disclaimer: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by Coworkers assigned to this classification and are not intended to be a complete list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of Coworkers so classified. Other duties may be assigned.
Pay, Benefits & Work Schedule: The company offers competitive salaries, a benefits package, which includes a 401(k) and more, along with plenty of opportunities to move and grow within our organization! You may be eligible to participate in an incentive program, paid in accordance with the Incentive Plan terms and conditions.
Equal Employment Opportunity: The company is committed to providing equal employment opportunities in all employment practices. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, citizenship status, marital status, age, disability, protected veteran status, sexual orientation or any other characteristic protected by law.
We will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records pursuant to the City & County of San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.
Application Deadline: The job posting will remain open for a minimum of 3 days and will expire once the position has been filled.
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