Distribution Center Site Leader / General Manager
Distribution Center Site Leader / General Manager
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Job Description
What is it like to work for Zoetis the world leader in animal health Zoetis means something a little different to every colleague but at our core our purpose to nurture the world and humankind by advancing care for animals is what unites us in all our roles.
Were a global animal health company dedicated to serving veterinarians livestock producers and people who raise and care for farm and companion animals in more than 100 countries. And were excited to be a part of the Metro Atlanta Georgia community.
We are seeking a Distribution Center Site Leader/GM to join our team.
DESCRIPTION:
The Distribution Center Site Leader will be accountable for all aspects of leading their assigned distribution center and will serve on the leadership team of the US DC and LSP Network. The incumbent will ensure their operation is focused on Safety Quality and Compliance while also consistently delighting Zoetiss customers.
This role is responsible for creating an appropriately flexible and positive workplace where both tenured and junior colleagues flourish and where Zoetiss Core Beliefs are on display regardless of the activity or the audience.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE:
Leadership & Team Development
- Foster a culture of engagement accountability and continuous improvement.
- Ensure all colleagues understand their roles expectations and success metrics.
- Promote a safe inclusive and compliant work environment where concerns are promptly addressed.
- Support colleague development through effective performance management and Individual Development Plans (IDPs).
- Drive retention and succession planning to build a strong leadership pipeline.
Operational Excellence
- Lead all aspects of distribution center operations with a focus on safety quality and customer satisfaction.
- Collaborate with the Logistics Quality team to ensure compliance with Zoetis SOPs and quality standards.
- Monitor and manage site performance to meet or exceed operational targets.
Financial & Resource Management
- Develop and manage the sites operating budget identifying cost-saving opportunities.
- Oversee resource planning to maintain optimal staffing levels based on data-driven forecasts.
Facilities & Project Oversight
- Partner with Maintenance and Engineering to manage site maintenance and capital projects.
- Build and maintain relationships with local vendors to ensure high-quality facility services.
Network Collaboration
- Serve as a functional lead across the Zoetis US DC and LSP Network (e.g. Quality Safety Procurement).
- Share best practices and provide guidance to other sites within the network.
EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:
- Bachelors degree with 5 year of experience in Operations/Supply Chain Leadership or 10 years of experience in Operations/Supply Chain leadership in lieu of a degree
TECHNICAL SKILLS & COMPETENCIES:
- Must be able to serve as Designated Representative for distributing pharma products
- Experience in an FDA/USDA regulated environment strongly preferred
- Strong verbal and written communication skills (fluent in English)
- Works effectively in a team-based environment
- Ability to communicate effectively with Team Members to facilitate completion requests and review from all levels to meet all deadlines.
- Demonstrated use of Lean Six Sigma or other continuous improvement methodologies
- Proficient in Microsoft Office; experience with SAP WM and TMS systems preferred
PHYSICAL POSITION REQUIREMENTS:
- This is a full-time on-site role requiring occasional travel and availability for off-hours and on-call responsibilities.
- Candidates must be able to sit stand or walk for extended periods.
Any unsolicited resumes sent to Zoetis from a third party such as an Agency recruiter including unsolicited resumes sent to a Zoetis mailing address fax machine or email address directly to Zoetis employees or to Zoetis resume database will be considered Zoetis property. Zoetis will NOT pay a fee for any placement resulting from the receipt of an unsolicited resume.
Zoetis will consider any candidate for whom an Agency has submitted an unsolicited resume to have been referred by the Agency free of any charges or fees. This includes any Agency that is an approved/engaged vendor but does not have the appropriate approvals to be engaged on a search.
Zoetis is committed to equal opportunity in the terms and conditions of employment for all employees and job applicants without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation age gender identity or gender expression national origin disability or veteran status or any other protected classification. Disabled individuals are given an equal opportunity to use our online application system. We offer reasonable accommodations as an alternative if requested by an individual with a disability. Please contact Zoetis Colleague Services at to request an accommodation. Zoetis also complies with all applicable national state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment as well as employment eligibility verification requirements of the Immigration and Nationality Act. All applicants must possess or obtain authorization to work in the US for Zoetis. Zoetis retains sole and exclusive discretion to pursue sponsorship for the acquisition or maintenance of nonimmigrant status and employment eligibility considering factors such as availability of qualified US workers. Individuals requiring sponsorship must disclose this fact. Please note that Zoetis seeks information related to job applications from candidates for jobs in the U.S. solely via the following: (1) our company website at site or (2) via email to/from addresses using only the Zoetis domain of @. In addition Zoetis does not use Google Hangout for any recruitment related activities. Any solicitation or request for information related to job applications with Zoetis via any other means and/or utilizing email addresses with any other domain should be disregarded. In addition Zoetis will never ask candidates to make any type of personal financial investment related to gaining employment with Zoetis.Required Experience:
Director
Employment Type
Full-Time
