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Hours Full-time, Part-time
Location Cranbury, NJ 08512
Cranbury, New Jersey

About this job

Our vision at Petco is Healthier Pets. Happier People. Better World. We’re making things better for pets, people and the planet through our Think Adoption First philosophy, the Petco Foundation and other important initiatives that focus on putting animals first, educating pet parents and reducing our carbon footprint. The journey starts with knowledgeable, passionately engaged associates who are proud to recommend Petco as a place to work, who believe in our Vision and who are committed to delivering a superior customer experience.
 
From our retail stores and our network of Distribution Centers to our Corporate offices, you'll work with others who share your values and commitment. We seek individuals who are passionate about animal welfare, have great people skills and are driven to grow and advance in their careers with us. Our ongoing growth is creating exceptional opportunities for professional development and personal enrichment throughout our organization.

Position Purpose:

 

The Director, Distribution Center will be for our Cranbury, NJ Distribution Center. Oversee the daily operation of a main distribution center and associated regional distribution center locations through subordinate on-sight Operations Manager and Distribution Supervisors and through remote Regional DC Managers.  Effectively plan, direct and coordinate the distribution operations to ensure the smooth flow of merchandise to regional distribution centers and ultimately to the store locations.  Enforce the sanitary conditions to ensure the facilities are maintained to food-grade levels.

Essential Job Functions: The incumbent must be able to perform all of the following duties and responsibilities with or without a reasonable accommodation.

  • Interact professionally and effectively through verbal and written communication with all professional contacts with an emphasis on the Company's interests
  • Independently prioritize and accomplish multiple management tasks within established timeframes and through the work of subordinate managers and supervisors
  • Analyze data to determine the appropriate course of action concerning the preparation, administration and management of budgets; optimizing center and region-wide efficiencies with regard to distribution and warehousing issues

Supervisory Responsibility:

 

Directly manages Operations Manager and Regional DC Manager(s) and indirectly manages all Supervisors, HR Manager and Industrial Engineer. This includes interviewing, hiring, training, assignment delegation and follow-up, periodic performance review and disciplinary action including termination when necessary.


Work Environment:


 

While most job duties are performed while seated indoors, but some exposure to heat, cold, dirt, dust, fumes and noises should not be overlooked when on the warehouse floor.  Minor travel to regional locations may also be expected.

Education/Experience:

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Management plus a minimum of 10 years related distribution or warehouse management experience; the equivalent combination of education and experience is required.  
  • Practical experience working in large distribution centers concerning management, practices and accounting for inventory control.  
  • Fleet and/or transportation background a significant plus.  
  • Qualified applicants will demonstrate excellent communication, analytical, planning and organizational skills.
  • Working knowledge  of MS Office Suite.