Manager, Distribution Planning & Fulfillment

The Distribution Manager of Planning & Fulfillment will play a critical role in executing strategic distribution initiatives that support the transformation of the distribution network into a balanced cost-effective and high-performing operation. This position will also provide operational leadership for the West Jefferson distribution centers as well as supporting the Springwell operation and 3PL centers where applicable ensuring consistent execution and high service levels. The role will lead complex cross-functional and enterprise-wide initiatives focused on driving efficiency in both distribution and inventory management. As a hands-on leader the Manager will leverage end-to-end supply chain expertise advanced analytics and best practices in change and transition management to achieve business objectives. A strong emphasis will be placed on enhancing customer service and the overall customer experience.

POSITION LOCATION: Deerfield IL

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Distribution & 3PL Leadership:

• Lead operational performance of Geodis West Jefferson Retail 3PL and support the Springwell operation.
• Serve as subject matter expert to manage financial performance reduce discrepancies strengthen customer satisfaction and identify bestinclass opportunities.
• Drive continuous improvement across all distribution channels.
• Oversee material flow from manufacturing/suppliers through distribution centers to end customers.
• Own key metrics including accuracy on time fulfillment cost and inventory control.
• Lead daily monthly and quarterly business reviews with partners.
• Conduct quarterly audits to ensure compliance and improvement.
• Ensure safety and service execution align with FBIN standards.
• Foster a positive and collaborative work atmosphere.
• Address inventory risks including obsolete excess damaged or mislabeled materials.
• Support new product launches productivity initiatives and product transitions.
• Maintain customer requirements documentation and system records.
• Resolve SAP masterdata issues (weights dimensions routing cubing).

Strategic Planning & Network Optimization:

• Support seniorleadership strategic and operational plan development.
• Identify operational efficiencies through supplychain insights.
• Deep dive service-related issues and drive DC performance across the network
• Enhance Customer Buying Agreement processes and support customer service excellence.
• Collaborate across supply chains suppliers and customers to drive solutions.
• Lead changemanagement activities by assessing impacts and driving execution.
• Manage performance dashboards including DC Daily REVREC and QuarterEnd Ship Down.
• Deliver training on new systems TMS routing tools and vendor portals.
• Develop strong forwardthinking leaders across operations.
• Maintain OS&D Receiving Site standards.

Qualifications :

• Education:
  Bachelors degree in Supply Chain Management Logistics Engineering or a related field. An advanced degree is a plus but not required.
• Experience:
  10 years of supply chain or manufacturing experience ideally with progressive responsibility. Were looking for someone who has spent time leading large complex crossfunctional initiatives using structured project management or Six Sigma approaches.
• Supply Chain Knowledge:
  Familiarity with endtoend supply chain processessuch as demand planning supply planning scheduling capacity management or logisticsis important. Experience in a lead or supervisory role (3 years) is helpful.
• Systems Experience:
  Comfortable working in ERP environments; SAP experience is especially valuable.
• Certifications (Preferred Not Required):
  Training or certification in areas like APICS Six Sigma Lean Six Sigma or PMP is beneficial.
• Leadership & Collaboration Skills:
  Strong relationshipbuilding communication and influence skills. Ability to work across teams lead change facilitate discussions use data to support decisions and apply emotional intelligence in daytoday interactions.
• Travel:
  Ability to travel up to 25%.

Additional Information :

Fortune Brands believes in fair and equitable pay. A reasonable estimate of the base salary range for this role is Hiring Pay Range: $105000 USD - $165000 USD. Please note that actual salaries may vary within the range or be above or below the range based on factors including but not limited to education training experience professional achievement business need and addition to base salary employees will participate in either an annual bonus plan based on company and individual performance or a role-based sales incentive plan.

At Fortune Brands we support the overall health and wellness of our associates by offering comprehensive competitive benefits that prioritize all aspects of wellbeing and provide flexibility for our teammates unique needs. This includes robust health plans a market-leading 401(k) program with a company contribution product discounts flexible time off benefits adoption benefits and more. We offer numerous ERGs (Employee Resource Groups) to foster a sense of belonging for all associates.

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Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time