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VP of Distribution - The SearchLogix Group

Responsibilities:

The VP of Distribution will administer all aspects of the company’s distribution strategy and operations. He/She will also develop distribution processes in order to ensure excellent customer service performance, process optimization, and compliance with established standards and regulations.
Basic Responsibilities:
• Leads the development of distribution strategy, formulation of action plans, and implementation of initiatives that result in excellent customer service performance.
• Streamlines and standardizes the processes supporting distribution operations. Leads the development of the information systems supporting: customer service; distribution requirements planning; finished goods inventory management; and warehouse operations.
• Directly manages the supply relationships with various major customers.
• Manages the operating plan, budget and personnel in customer service operations, distribution requirements planning, finished goods inventory control, warehouse operations, and transportation
• Defines and develops the critical performance metrics required to control processes, measure performance, and guide corrective action.


Education/Qualifications:

• Bachelor in Business Administration required.
• MBA preferred.
• Minimum of 15 years of distribution management experience, showing a progression of achievement to executive management. Preferred experience in planning and distribution of finished products in one or more of the following market segments: automotive aftermarket, automotive OEM, industrial supply, and/or institutional/janitorial supply with a customer base including, or similar to, the companies outlined above.
• Basic understanding of the regulations associated with the distribution of specialty chemical products, particularly aerosols.
• Working knowledge of SAP.
• APICS Certification.


Salary: Competitive Salary! Plus Excellent comprehensive benefits package!

Relocation:
No, Position is in Atlanta, GA.

Apply: Complete your candidate profile at www.searchlogixgroup.com and refer to job posting 20262SN or as a second choice, email your information and requirements to resumes@searchlogixgroup.com. Only candidates who appear to meet the above criteria will receive a response.