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    Senior Director, Distribution Operations - Jackson, United States - Simon & Schuster

    Simon & Schuster
    Simon & Schuster Jackson, United States

    3 weeks ago

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    Senior Director, Distribution Operations
    Thursday, April 18, 2024
    Simon & Schuster was named to Forbes magazine list of America's Best Mid-Size Employers 2022.

    Simon & Schuster is a global leader in general interest publishing, dedicated to providing the best in fiction and nonfiction for readers of all ages, and in all printed, digital and audio formats.

    Its distinguished roster of authors includes many of the world's most popular and widely recognized writers, and winners of the most prestigious literary honors and awards.

    It is home to numerous well-known imprints and divisions such as Simon & Schuster, Scribner, Atria Books, Gallery Books, Pocket Books, Adams Media, Simon & Schuster Children's Publishing and Simon & Schuster Audio and international companies in Australia, Canada, India and the United Kingdom, and proudly brings the works of its authors to readers in more than 200 countries and territories.

    For more information visit our website at

    Simon & Schuster is seeking a Senior Director of Distribution Operations to oversee the operations of its 1.3 million square foot distribution facility in Jackson TN.


    This person provides strategic leadership and oversight to ensure the efficient functioning of company fulfillment processes, logistics, and supply chain systems within the company.

    The Sr. Director partners with key organizational leaders to execute against key platform roadmaps while ensuring ongoing organizational alignment.

    Key Responsibilities:
    Manage full warehouse and distribution operations and systems controls: relevant systems knowledge should include -

    warehouse management systems, labor management, conveyor control systems, voice picking technology, and reporting tools (Cognos, etc.)
    Evaluate operational efficiencies for process improvements and cost savings.
    Continuously improve fulfillment processes, efficiency enhancements, and cost controls
    Drive cross-functional collaboration with other departments to ensure production goals are met.
    Plan and lead continued development of warehouse management systems and conveyance systems – working with internal and external clients.
    Evaluate and prevent production issues with proactive best practices, collaborating with the VP of Distribution Operations in NJ. Collaborate with the Operations leadership teams.
    Evaluate efficiency and effectiveness of staffing and personnel, making the necessary recommendations for optimization. Collaborating with Director of HR and onsite HRBP.

    Works to resolve issues articulated by management or other teams and ensure the resulting solution meets the organizations standards of quality and performance.

    Develop, budget, and execute on all operational matters that impact the TN operations.
    Interfaces regularly with key customers to develop a deep understanding of customer needs – both articulated and unarticulated.
    Works with existing external third-party vendors to assess partnership opportunities and external requirements.
    Conduct compliance audits to ensure adherence to standard operations procedures across fulfillment centers. Be the leader of all safety protocol and best practices in the facility – collaborating with the safety managers.
    There will be 4 direct reports to supervise, and those roles are Warehouse Managers. There are just over 100 people in total within the warehouse.

    Required Qualifications:


    A 4-year degree in Logistics, Business or other related disciplines is preferred or equivalent experience in a distribution or transportation environment.

    5+ plus years of management experience leading teams is preferred.
    5+ plus years of relevant experience in a RF Distribution or Warehouse environment.
    Strong understanding of leading practices in KPI development, continuous improvement, business and root cause analytics
    Computer experience including Microsoft Office Suite; Warehouse Management Systems
    Ability to work a flexible schedule as needed.
    24/7 access to cell phone, email and security system in case of an emergency is essential.
    Proven track record of effectively collaborating with company stakeholders across the planning and execution organization.
    Strong business acumen and understanding of P&L and operating performance metrics
    Simon & Schuster US is an equal opportunity employer (EOE) including disability/vet. At Simon & Schuster US, the spirit of inclusion feeds into everything that we do.

    From employee benefits/programs and social impact outreach initiatives, we believe that opportunity, access, resources and rewards should be available to and for the benefit of all.

    Simon & Schuster US is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer.

    We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ethnicity, ancestry, religion, creed, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship status, marital status, disability, gender identity, gender expression, and Veteran status.

    The hiring salary range for this position applies to New York City, California, Colorado, Washington state, and most other geographies.

    Starting pay for the successful applicant depends on a variety of job-related factors, including but not limited to geographic location, market demands, experience, training, and education.

    The benefits available for this position include medical, dental, vision, 401(k) plan, life insurance coverage, disability benefits, tuition assistance program and PTO or, if applicable.

    Candidates hired for this or any other posted Simon & Schuster role will be employees of Simon & Schuster, LLC, subject to all policies, including the Workplace Privacy Notice ) , and eligible solely for the benefits plans thereof.

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