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VP Distribution
- BJs Wholesale Club (Elkton, MD)
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Join our team of more than 34,000 team members, supporting our members and communities in our Club Support Center, 235+ clubs and eight distribution centers. BJ’s Wholesale Club offers a collaborative and inclusive environment where all team members can learn, grow and be their authentic selves. Together, we’re committed to providing outstanding service and convenience to our members, helping them save on the products and services they need for their families and homes.
The Benefits of working at BJ’s
• BJ’s pays weekly
• Eligible for free BJ's Inner Circle and Supplemental membership(s)*
• Generous time off programs to support busy lifestyles*
o Vacation, Personal, Holiday, Sick, Bereavement Leave, Jury Duty
• Benefit plans for your changing needs*
o Three medical plans**, Health Savings Account (HSA), two dental plans, vision plan, flexible spending
• • 401(k) plan with company match (must be at least 18 years old)
*eligibility requirements vary by position
**medical plans vary by location
Strategic Operations Leader
+ Aligns the team’s focus with the company’s strategies and initiatives to ensure the success in warehouse and supply chain strategies.
+ Maintains a strategic view of logistics and supply chain landscapes, staying current with industry best practices and trends.
+ Oversees concept development, strategizing, planning, implementation, and coordination of initiatives within the distribution network.
+ Creates and implements plans to achieve long-term strategic goals and objectives that align with company initiatives and future growth.
+ Exhibits a mastery of the financials, metrics, and budgets of each business. Analyzes trends and metrics to anticipate needs based on projected business growth and develops solutions, to continuously improve performance.
+ Designs and implements multiple, concurrent projects working collaboratively with various COE partner teams in support of business & network objectives.
+ Directs the operational strategy and performance of a multi-site distribution network, ensuring consistency, efficiency, and compliance across all locations.
+ Owns the P&L for distribution and logistics, driving continuous improvement in cost, productivity, quality, and service.
+ Oversees logistics partnerships, third-party distribution providers, and transportation networks to optimize end-to-end delivery performance.
+ Champions enterprise-wide system integration and adoption of automation and analytics tools (e.g., LMS, WMS, TMS, Manhattan, & BY).
Positive People Leader
+ Creates and maintains high performing teams and is consistently focused on the team member experience.
+ Responsible for overseeing distribution operations, driving efficiencies, and ensuring exceptional service delivery.
+ Collaborates with the Executive Management team to define and execute the company’s distribution strategy.
+ Leading, guiding, directing, and overseeing the work of other leaders, including directors within the distribution network.
+ Builds and maintains strong trust relationships with internal and external leaders and enterprise-wide business partners.
Qualifications:
+ MBA in Operations or equivalent academic credentials.
+ Minimum of 10 years of experience in distribution operations management.
+ Experience managing multiple distribution sites.
+ Solid understanding of consumer trends in supply chain and logistics
+ Proven ability to develop and implement a successful distribution strategy.
+ Demonstrates the ability to improve productivity and predictability through process improvements and team management.
+ Strong forecasting, communication, hiring, and productivity management skills.
+ Experience leading operational reviews with third-party suppliers and customers, establishing service level agreements, and driving continuous improvements.
+ Expertise in utilizing Labor Management Systems and Warehouse Management Systems.
+ Exceptional organizational leadership skills, with the ability to coach and develop a high-performing distribution team.
+ Experience leading an organization through growth and managing change effectively.
+ Strong supply chain management experience in high-paced, high-demand environments.
+ Ability to work flexible schedules, including overtime, nights, weekends, and holidays, as required.
+ Ability to maintain confidentiality of team member and company information.
+ Detail-oriented with strong accuracy in work execution.
+ Proficiency in data driven platforms, including email, word processing, and spreadsheets.
+ Ability to travel up to 75% and maintain a valid driver’s license.
+ Fully onsite.
Job Conditions:
+ Must be able to lift up to 25 lbs. occasionally.
+ Must be able to sit for extended periods and occasionally stand, walk, bend, or squat in an office and warehouse environment.
+ Frequent to continual use of a keyboard and monitor.
+ Must be able to adjust to fluctuating temperatures and withstand freezing conditions as low as -20°F.
In accordance with the Pay Transparency requirements, the following represents a good faith estimate of the compensation range for this position. At BJ’s Wholesale Club, we carefully consider a wide range of non-discriminatory factors when determining salary. Actual salaries will vary depending on factors including but not limited to location, education, experience, and qualifications. The pay range for this position is starting from $240,000.00.
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