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Distribution Associate Director Location(s): Toledo, OH, US, 43659-0001 Function: Supply Chain Audience: Experienced Professional Work Arrangement: Hybrid Requisition ID: 62669 PURPOSE OF THE JOB The Distribution and Warehousing Leader is responsible for the evolution and transformation of the Warehouse Network in terms of new sites, transitions, consolidations, and closings, plus the development of regional capabilities in North America. This person serves as a center of expertise for our operations globally and is accountable for the systems, processes and talent capability required to deliver a distribution and warehouse strategy that meets business needs. The successful candidate will Encourage a culture of innovation, utilizing technology and data, which allows US distribution operations to deliver on its promise towards our business units and customers. The Distribution and Warehousing Leader will act as a thought leader and trusted business partner, building trusted relationships through excellent communication skills and an action-oriented approach. The successful candidate will be highly data-driven in their approach to building and executing a strategy. We are also looking for someone who has demonstrated leadership abilities, holding the team accountable to deliver on high-priority projects. The ideal candidate is proactive, resourceful, and instinctive, with a natural ability to solve problems and seek new information Reports to: Supply Chain: Logistics and Real State Director Span of Control: Four direct reports JOB RESPONSIBILITIES Knowing Our Businesses and their Strategies Build relationships with functional decision makers and business-facing leadership, including business leadership teams, and finance partners to drive cost reductions, working capital effectiveness, and EBIT. Understand the strategic direction of the company's businesses and align functional strategies to support and enhance business results. Strive to eliminate risk on profitability and create a clear view for businesses regarding the impact of the decision on operational effectiveness. Develop strategic relationships and supplier relationship management programs with key partners. Drive and influence decisions through strong leadership and influence skills in our global and matrix environment. Developing and Executing Strategy This role has the ability connect the dots between business unit strategies, Real Estate strategy and M&A priorities. We expect this role to look for standardization, simplification, operational efficiencies, and cost optimization. This role responsible for four strategy streams: 1) 3PL strategy and consistently applied contracting and implementation, 2) layout optimization of inbound and outbound material flows, 3) develop, implement and standardized technologies, automation and reporting across the network 4) Develop the road map to support our corporate targets in sustainability Leads with a clear view of where the business, industry, and organization need to be in 3 to 5 years and leads, develops, and implements strategies to align with those of the function and businesses. Develops a deep understanding of the industries and markets, as well as key drivers and influences on those industries and markets. Balances short and long-term strategies while keeping a forward-looking, long term, view of key trends and activities which will significantly impact the overall global enterprise. Evolution leadership for how technology is leveraged to drive transformation within the supply chain management (SCM) teams utilizing an integrated approach: