Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Dollar Tree Distribution, Inc. is one of North America’s largest value retailers, and they are seeking a Vice President of Distribution Center Operations. This role is responsible for leading the strategic and operational performance of a multi-site distribution network, ensuring efficient operations while driving service excellence and continuous improvement.
Responsibilities
- Develop and execute regional distribution strategies that align with enterprise supply chain objectives and support business growth
- Lead operational planning initiatives to improve service, efficiency, capacity utilization, and scalability across the distribution network
- Partner with Supply Chain leadership to evaluate and implement network optimization opportunities
- Drive a culture of continuous improvement, accountability, and operational excellence throughout the organization
- Provide executive oversight for multiple distribution centers, ensuring consistent execution of operational standards and company objectives
- Ensure efficient and effective end-to-end distribution center operations, including receiving, inventory management, replenishment, shipping, and reverse logistics
- Establish, monitor, and analyze key performance indicators (KPIs) related to productivity, service, safety, quality, inventory accuracy, and cost management
- Identify operational challenges and implement corrective actions to improve performance and achieve business objectives
- Champion a safety-first culture across all facilities, ensuring compliance with company policies and regulatory requirements
- Drive continuous improvement in workplace safety performance and associate well-being
- Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations governing warehouse operations, transportation, and labor practices
- Identify and mitigate operational risks related to inventory, transportation, facilities, and workforce management
- Lead, coach, and develop a team of Distribution Center General Managers and senior operational leaders
- Build a high-performance culture focused on engagement, accountability, inclusion, and results
- Create succession plans and leadership development strategies to strengthen organizational capability and support future growth
- Foster an environment that encourages collaboration, innovation, and associate development at all levels
- Lead enterprise-wide continuous improvement initiatives utilizing Lean methodologies and operational excellence principles
- Drive productivity improvements through process optimization, standardization, and technology adoption
- Champion automation, warehouse systems enhancements, and innovative solutions that improve efficiency and service levels
- Leverage data and analytics to identify opportunities and measure operational effectiveness
- Develop and maintain strong partnerships with transportation providers, suppliers, and third-party logistics partners
- Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to optimize supply chain performance and customer service outcomes
- Participate in vendor negotiations and contract management activities to ensure competitive pricing, service levels, and operational effectiveness
- Develop and manage operating budgets, capital expenditures, and strategic investments across the region
- Ensure disciplined financial management and achievement of expense, productivity, and profitability targets
- Evaluate business performance and provide recommendations to improve operational and financial results
- Support long-range planning, capital projects, facility expansions, and network growth initiatives
- Partner closely with Store Operations, Merchandising, Transportation, Inventory Management, Human Resources, Finance, and Asset Protection to align operational priorities and deliver business results
- Serve as a key advisor and thought partner on supply chain strategy, workforce planning, and operational execution
- Lead and support enterprise initiatives that improve customer experience and organizational performance
Skills
- Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business Administration, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience
- 15+ years of progressive supply chain, logistics, or distribution center leadership experience
- Minimum of 10 years leading large-scale, multi-site distribution operations in a senior leadership capacity
- Proven experience leading complex distribution networks within retail, consumer goods, grocery, or high-volume distribution environments
- Strong financial acumen with demonstrated experience managing large operating budgets and capital investments
- Experience leading transformational change initiatives and driving measurable operational improvements
- Strong knowledge of warehouse management systems (WMS), labor management systems, automation technologies, and distribution operations
- Demonstrated success building and leading high-performing teams across multiple locations
- Exceptional communication, influence, and stakeholder management skills
- Knowledge of common food safety practices and audit procedures
- Strong end to end distribution knowledge
- Experience supporting large-scale retail or omnichannel distribution networks
- Experience leading highly automated distribution facilities utilizing advanced storage, retrieval, packaging, and sorting technologies
- Experience leading and servicing more than 5 billion dollars of supply chain and distribution
- Excellent contingency planning and execution strategies
- Lean, Six Sigma, or Operational Excellence certification
Benefits
- Bonus and equity
- Health, Dental, & Vision
- A flexible spending account
- Life and disability insurance benefits
- A 401k plan
- PTO
- Paid holidays annually
- An employee stock purchase plan
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage
- 401(k) with Company Match
- Paid Time Off and Holidays
- Associate Discount Program
- Tuition Assistance and Development Programs
- Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Coverage
- Life Insurance and Supplemental Benefits
- Career Growth and Leadership Development Opportunities
Company Overview
Dollar Tree Distribution, Inc. is a facilities services company based out of 500 VOLVO PKY, Chesapeake, Virginia, United States. It was founded in 1999, and is headquartered in Chesapeake, Virginia, US, with a workforce of 1001-5000 employees. Its website is .Company H1B Sponsorship
Dollar Tree Distribution, Inc. has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships, with 1 in 2025, 1 in 2020. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role.