Senior Manager Distribution Strategy – USCAN

What we look for

The Senior Manager Distribution Strategy for Clarios (US/CA Region) is responsible for shaping and executing the longterm distribution network strategy that supports growth improves customer service performance and drives cost efficiency across the region. This role leads strategic design of the end-to-end distribution footprint encompassing FC/warehouse placement transportation flows inventory positioning and outbound service capabilities. The Senior Manager partners closely with Operations Commercial Finance Procurement Transportation and Global Supply Chain teams to ensure Clarios maintains a resilient scalable and competitive distribution network.

How you will do it

Distribution Network Strategy & Optimization

• Develop and maintain the Clarios US and Canada distribution network strategy including long-term planning for warehouse capacity facility location modeling and regional service design.
• Lead future network optimization studies using datadriven modeling tools to balance service requirements transportation cost inventory positioning and operational capacity.

Operational Performance & Service Improvement

• Define service-level design standards (lead times delivery frequency order cut-off) across customer segments.
• Collaborate with Operations and Transportation teams to implement distribution strategies that enhance reliability responsiveness and market competitiveness.
• Monitor key KPIsnetwork cost per unit transportation cost performance service levels and inventory velocityand identify structural improvement opportunities.

CrossFunctional Leadership

• Work closely with Commercial and Demand Planning teams to understand customer requirements new business opportunities program launches and regional demand shifts.
• Partner with Finance on scenario modeling cost forecasting and long-term capital planning for distribution infrastructure.
• Lead cross-functional initiatives related to network design including FC startups or transitions major customer supply chain reconfigurations and capacity expansions.
• Collaborate with IT and ME Organizations to advance automation visibility and analytics capabilities within the distribution ecosystem.

Vendor & 3PL Strategy

• Support the evaluation and selection of 3PL partners for warehousing and value-added services.
• Partner with Procurement to negotiate strategic agreements that align with long-term network goals.
• Oversee performance governance for key strategic 3PLs ensuring alignment with Clarios KPIs and continuous improvement expectations.

Fulfillment Center Launch Planning & Project Management

• Develop and own the detailed project plan for each 3PL fulfillment center launch including timelines milestones dependencies and risk mitigation plans.
• Coordinate crossfunctional teams (Logistics IT Distribution Supply Chain Finance Quality Safety Customer Service).
• Lead recurring launch readiness meetings and executive updates ensuring aligned decisions and transparent communication.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for the 3PL provider during the launch process.
• Validate operational design storage layouts material flow staffing models and service level alignment.
• Ensure contractual requirements KPI expectations and operating procedures are clearly defined and understood.
• Confirm facility infrastructure racking material handling equipment shipping/receiving areas and safety standards meet requirements.
• Oversee inbound inventory planning scheduling and execution to support golive volumes.
• Validate WMS configuration EDI integrations SOP deployment and training completion.
• Lead user acceptance testing (UAT) dry runs stress tests and cutover activities.

Performance Validation & GoLive

• Manage the golive process ensuring the site meets daily operational targets and service expectations.
• Monitor earlystage KPIs (order accuracy fill rate docktostock time productivity cycle time shrink safety metrics).
• Resolve issues quickly with 3PL and internal teams; escalate risks when needed.

PostLaunch Stabilization

• Lead the 30 60 and 90day postlaunch stabilization reviews.
• Drive continuous improvement actions to ensure the site achieves steadystate performance.
• Transition ownership to the ongoing Operations or Logistics team after stabilization.
• Evaluate footprint expansion consolidation or relocation opportunities; prepare business cases and ROI analyses for executive leadership.

What we look for

• Bachelors degree required; preferred fields include Supply Chain Industrial Engineering Operations Research Logistics or Business.
• MBA or advanced degree preferred.
• 10 years of experience in supply chain logistics distribution transportation or network strategy; experience with multi-site distribution networks strongly preferred.
• Proven leadership in network modeling distribution strategy or large-scale logistics operations.

Technical Skills

• Understanding of material flow and warehousing operations transportation and inventory planning principles.
• Strong financial and analytical skills; able to build business cases and conduct ROI/NPV assessments.
• Expertise with network optimization and modeling tools (e.g. Llamasoft/Coupa Blue Yonder AnyLogic).
• Proficiency with SQL Tableau/Power BI or advanced analytics is highly valued.

Leadership & Behavioral Competencies

• Strategic thinker with the ability to translate data into actionable insights and long-term plans.
• Strong collaboration communication and executive presentation skills.
• Ability to lead cross-functional teams and influence decisions at senior levels.
• Demonstrated ability to manage complex initiatives in a fast-paced operationally intensive environment.

What you get:

• Medical dental and vision care coverage and a 401(k) savings plan with company matching all starting on date of hire

• Tuition reimbursement perks and discounts

• Parental and caregiver leave programs

• All the usual benefits such as paid time off flexible spending short-and long-term disability basic life insurance business travel insurance Employee Assistance Program and domestic partner benefits

• Global market strength and worldwide market share leadership

• HQ location earns LEED certification for sustainability plus a full-service cafeteria and workout facility

• Clarios has been recognized as one of 2025s Most Ethical Companies by Ethisphere. This prestigious recognition marks the third consecutive year Clarios has received this distinction.

Who we are:
Clarios is the force behind the worlds most recognizable car battery brands powering vehicles from leading automakers like Ford General Motors Toyota Honda and Nissan. With 18000 employees worldwide we develop manufacture and distribute energy storage solutions while recovering recycling and reusing up to 99% of battery materialssetting the standard for sustainability in our industry. At Clarios were not just making batteries; were shaping the future of sustainable transportation. Join our mission to innovate push boundaries and make a real impact. Discover your potential at Clarioswhere your power meets endless possibilities.

Veterans/Military Spouses:
We value the leadership adaptability and technical expertise developed through military service. At Clarios those capabilities thrive in an environment built on grit ingenuity and passionwhere you can grow your career while helping to power progress worldwide. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to protected characteristics.

We recognize that people come with a wealth of experience and talent beyond just the technical requirements of a job. If your experience is close to what you see listed here please apply. Diversity of experience and skills combined with passion is key to challenging the status quo. Therefore we encourage people from all backgrounds to apply to our positions. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin disability age status as a protected veteran or other protected characteristics protected by law. As a federal contractor we are committed to not discriminating against any applicant or employee based on these protected statuses. We will also take affirmative action to ensure equal employment opportunities. Please let us know if you require accommodations during the interview process by emailing . We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and value diversity in our teams in terms of work experience area of expertise and all characteristics protected by laws in the countries where we operate. For more information on our commitment to sustainability diversity and equal opportunity please read our latest report. We want you to know your rights because EEO is the law.

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