Performance Health is seeking VP, Distribution to join our team in Indianapolis. In this role, you will direct and supervise the North America distribution network and operations through Performance Health’s DC and 3PL network and other vendors. Manage and optimize the global flow of products from manufacturing and vendor locations to the global warehouses. Support the sales and marketing teams in achieving operational goals focused on prompt, accurate, high-quality delivery of products.

Essential Job Duties & Responsibilities

Develop annual operational budgets for the total North America network. Participate in development of the annual business plan
Develop, communicate and manage objectives to the NA DC and 3PL providers. Using extensive knowledge of distribution operations and organizational expertise
Recruit and develop departmental team and skills to accomplish goals
Establish and monitor daily/weekly distribution network performance objectives, and implement action plans to correct operational deficiencies as required
Responsible for leading and overseeing all changes needed in the network
Provide guidance for alternative sourcing within the supply chain and customer service expectation
Lead and own the contract negotiations, which include related distribution/logistics needs
Report distribution performance measures as required by the management team
Ensure that applicable state and federal regulations are communicated to and understood by the DC Network 3PL vendor, and that both achieve compliance, utilizing guidance from the company’s regulatory compliance resources
Acquire and maintain information on distribution industry changes to remain knowledgeable of the most current distribution methods available
Support the company goals for continuous improvement according to the ISO, VAWD, or any external organizations
Sustain an organizational culture characterized by open communication, cooperation and trust
Drive the implementation of advanced technologies such as Warehouse Management Systems (WMS), automation (goods to person, box on demand), robotics, real-time analytics and AI technologies.
Identify and implement process improvements to enhance productivity, order accuracy, inventory control, and service levels.
Collaborate with IT, logistics, supply chain planning, and sales teams to align distribution capabilities with business objectives.
Continuously meet if not exceed stretch target goals and objectives that lift bottom line impact and customer expectations.
Performs other duties as assigned

Job Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Operations Management, Distribution/Logistics, or similar field
18+ years of experience in distribution operations with increasing levels of responsibility
10+ years of experience leading teams with demonstrated success and consistent achievement record
Demonstrated experience implementing and managing 3PL service providers for warehousing and transportation management services
International distribution experience a plus
Experience managing transportation providers for domestic and international shipments
Ability to manage a budget and execute operations plans to meet expense goals
Experience with financial controls and the analytical skills needed to understand how the management of daily operations translates into monthly, quarterly, and annual expense lines
Experience with procedures for capital request, financial justification, and project administration

Benefits

Our benefits include healthcare; insurance benefits; retirement programs; paid time off plans; family and parenting leaves; wellness programs; discount purchase programs.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential job duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Performance Health is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability status, protected Veteran status, age, genetic information, and any other characteristic protected by law.

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