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Director Of Distribution
full-time•Marion
About this role
Overview
Responsibilities
Qualifications
We are seeking an experienced senior-level leader to serve as the Distribution Center Director for our Marion, Indiana, facility. This leader will serve as a strong, hands-on “floor general” with excellent communication skills, proven operational knowledge, and the ability to motivate both warehouse supervisors and associates to drive productivity and continuous improvement.
Responsibilities
- Collect and analyze store demand data; support needs such as loading, just-in-time delivery, inventory management, and fulfillment.
- Manage distribution center floor supervisors across all functional areas.
- Oversee the day-to-day workflow and performance of the distribution center.
- Identify operational problems and inefficiencies; recommend, present, and implement solutions.
- Spend 75 percent of the time on the warehouse floor.
Required Skills/Abilities:
- Strong warehouse, distribution, managerial, and supervisory abilities.
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to manage multiple tasks and diverse responsibilities effectively.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Proficiency with computer-based systems related to inventory control, shipping, and fulfillment.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite or similar software.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Logistics, or a related field required; MBA preferred.
- Minimum of ten years of experience in the distribution and supply chain industry preferred.
What you'll do
- The Director of Distribution will oversee the day-to-day workflow and performance of the distribution center while managing floor supervisors. They will also collect and analyze store demand data to support various operational needs.
About Dunhams Sports
Dunham's Sports, one of the largest full-line sporting goods chains in the U.S., was founded in 1937 as Dunham's Bait & Tackle. We got our start in Waterford, Michigan, just outside Detroit, and today we have our corporate home in Troy, Michigan.
Now we've grown into a complete sports outfitter serving customers in over 20 states, with over 250+ stores. We continue to open Dunham's Sports stores in new and established markets.
Dunham's has built its reputation on selection, quality and value: unsurpassed choice of national brands at low prices...every day. Every one of our more than 250 stores offers a complete line of sporting goods, athletic equipment, active sports gear and leisure apparel.
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Philosophy
Our motto at Dunham’s Sports is Big Names…Low Prices. Every day we give our customers the choice of the name brands they want, at the lowest prices possible. We stock a remarkable range of popular national brands, while our immense buying power makes it possible for us to combine value and quality in everything we sell. You will notice this in every Dunham’s Sports store you go into where you will find Hot Deals and Sport Values at prices that may be too low to advertise.
So the next time you’re thinking sports…
Get in the game at Dunham’s Sports, where our big names bring you in and our low prices bring you back!
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does a Director Of Distribution do at Dunhams Sports?
As a Director Of Distribution at Dunhams Sports, you will: the Director of Distribution will oversee the day-to-day workflow and performance of the distribution center while managing floor supervisors. They will also collect and analyze store demand data to support various operational needs..
Is the Director Of Distribution position at Dunhams Sports remote?
The Director Of Distribution position at Dunhams Sports is based in Marion, Indiana, United States. Contact the company through Clera for specific work arrangement details.
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