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We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Director of Operations to lead our Central Ohio Distribution Center. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in distribution and logistics, a passion for technology, and a proven track record of optimizing operations. This role will be critical in driving operational excellence, improving productivity, and ensuring the highest levels of customer satisfaction. Internal applicants will be eligible for Retention Bonus

This Director leads a team consisting of Assistant Director, Managers and Supervisors and a staff of 200+ employees. The Central Ohio DC is equipped with state of the art automation including four A-Frames, an OSR, PIE robot, tote buffer, INIT and closeout stations and automated tote palletizer.

DC Operations Management

• Drive operational efficiency and throughput to meet business objectives and customer expectations.
• Establish and maintain Labor Management and Quality programs.
• Ensure internal process SOPs are followed to meet productivity, quality, and regulatory requirements.

Regulatory Compliance

• Ensures DC’s compliance with all government and corporate regulations and reporting requirements including OSHA, DEA, CSMP, DOT, FDA, and corporate/regional directives and programs.
• Directs the careful management of all local security and safety programs to protect company assets and welfare of personnel.

Human Resource Management

• Responsible for consistent application of field HR policies/practices and ensuring employee/management relations support optimal team performance.
• Ensures compliance with all government regulations and statutes in the area of employment, wage & hour, and EEO/AA.
• Responsible for providing leadership and support for on-going training initiatives for management and employees, including development of plans for succession and professional development of local management staff.
• Ensures the use of recruitment activities which result in the selection of qualified, superior candidates.
• Directs staff to provide a work environment that fosters creativity, productivity, collaboration, and accountability.

Transportation Management

• Works closely with our delivery partners to ensure deliveries meet the customers contractual obligations and provide outstanding customer experience.
• Ensures delivery partners adhere to safety and security protocols.

Financial Performance

• Manage DC cost center and P&L.

Minimum Requirement

Degree or equivalent experience. Typically requires 12+ years of professional experience and 4+ years of management experience.

Education

• 4-year degree in related field or equivalent experience.

Critical Skills

• 7+ years operational and leadership experience overseeing team operations including tactical aspects of distribution operations, warehouse management, labor management, project management, and financial management.
• 5+ years’ change management experience creating and implementing continuous improvement to reduce costs, streamline processes, and improve core operating procedures.
• 4+ years’ experience managing managers and supervisors in a production, distribution, or manufacturing environment.
• 4+ years’ experience developing teams with diverse backgrounds including multi-cultural and multi-generational workforces. Proven emphasis on communication, training, team building, coaching/mentoring, interdepartmental collaboration, leadership, and supervision.
• Ability to be on-call/work various hours to manage across the 24-hour workday within the distribution center.

Additional Skills

• Understand distribution center pharmaceutical supply chain operations from beginning to end.
• Six Sigma certification preferred.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• 4-year degree preferred.

Working Conditions

• On-Site –Central Ohio - 8200 Blue Grass, Jeffersonville OH
• Must be willing to work various hours to manage across the 24-hour workday within the distribution center.
• May be required to work various shifts, including nights and days.
• Occasional lifting, up to 25 pounds.
• General office demands.
• Able to travel 10% of the time.
• Multiple environments including office and warehouse.
• Must be authorized to work in the US unrestricted – This position is not eligible for sponsorship.

We are proud to offer a competitive compensation package at McKesson as part of our Total Rewards. This is determined by several factors, including performance, experience and skills, equity, regular job market evaluations, and geographical markets. The pay range shown below is aligned with McKesson's pay philosophy, and pay will always be compliant with any applicable regulations. In addition to base pay, other compensation, such as an annual bonus or long-term incentive opportunities may be offered. For more information regarding benefits at McKesson, please click here.

Our Base Pay Range for this position

$111,200 - $185,300

McKesson is an Equal Opportunity Employer

 

McKesson provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees and is committed to a diverse and inclusive environment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, age or genetic information. For additional information on McKesson’s full Equal Employment Opportunity policies, visit our Equal Employment Opportunity page.

 

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