Transformation Manager (Supply Chain)

ADUSA Distribution is the distribution company of Ahold Delhaize USA providing distribution services to one of the largest grocery retail supply chains in the nation. ADUSA Distribution fosters a culture that inspires and empowers our associates to always deliver exceptional service and value. Our team is supporting the supply chain network evolution to an integrated self-distribution model of the future serving leading omnichannel grocery brands Food Lion Giant Food The GIANT Company Hannaford and Stop & Shop. To learn more about our company and the other supply chain companies of Ahold Delhaize USA visit .

Position Summary

Are you passionate about shaping the future of supply chain operations As aManager I Supply Chain Transformation youll play an important role in helping drive strategic transformation initiatives that support the long-term network strategy of ADUSA Distribution & Transportation. Youll work alongside leaders and cross-functional teams to design analyze and implement initiatives focused on network optimization facility transformation transportation improvements and process modernization.

In this role youll leverage data operational expertise and project management disciplines to turn growth strategies and volume forecasts into executable plans that improve service capacity and cost performance. Youll help guide business case development operational readiness governance activities and implementation planning while gaining broad exposure across operations engineering finance technology and transportation functions.

This is an exciting opportunity for a strategic thinker who enjoys solving complex business challenges influencing stakeholders and helping transform how supply chain operations deliver value.

What Youll Do

Drive Strategic Network Design & Analysis

• Support the evaluation and design of supply chain network strategies including flow-path optimization facility layout concepts and operational process improvements.
• Conduct data analysis scenario modeling and forecasting to develop strategic recommendations.
• Translate enterprise growth plans and volume projections into actionable operational solutions.
• Develop business cases cost-benefit analyses and investment recommendations to support transformation initiatives.

Lead Program & Project Execution

• Support the planning and execution of transformational initiatives from concept through implementation.
• Track milestones identify risks and provide project status reporting to stakeholders.
• Coordinate cross-functional activities to ensure operational readiness and successful implementation sequencing.
• Manage project scope dependencies timelines and issue resolution within assigned workstreams.
• Ensure governance standards project methodologies and documentation practices are consistently applied.

Partner Across the Organization

• Collaborate with operations engineering IT finance transportation teams and external partners to align initiatives with business objectives.
• Facilitate workshops working sessions and design reviews that drive alignment and execution.
• Communicate project progress risks recommendations and key decisions to stakeholders and leadership teams.
• Support relationships with vendors consultants and other external partners as needed.

Advance Continuous Improvement & Innovation

• Apply Lean Six Sigma and structured problem-solving methodologies to identify opportunities for improvement.
• Support the evaluation and implementation of operational process and technology enhancements.
• Contribute to standardization efforts best practices and lessons learned that strengthen transformation capabilities across the organization.

Support Talent Development & Organizational Excellence

• Partner with senior leaders to develop transformation leadership and project management capabilities.
• Mentor analysts and project contributors on assigned initiatives.
• Help create tools templates and documentation that improve execution consistency and organizational effectiveness.

Deliver Executive-Level Insights

• Prepare dashboards reports and performance metrics focused on cost service and capacity outcomes.
• Develop clear concise presentations that translate complex data into actionable business recommendations for leadership teams.

What Youll Bring

• Bachelors degree in Supply Chain Industrial Engineering Business or a related field.
• 4-7 years of experience in supply chain logistics operations analytics project management or related functions.
• Experience supporting cross-functional initiatives large-scale projects or transformation-focused workstreams.
• Working knowledge of distribution center operations and transportation networks.
• Familiarity with WMS TMS ERP platforms and analytical tools such as Excel SQL and data visualization solutions.
• Understanding of project management methodologies and continuous improvement practices.
• Knowledge of financial analysis and business case development for operational initiatives.
• Strong critical thinking analytical and problem-solving capabilities.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to influence stakeholders across multiple functions and levels.
• Proven ability to build relationships drive alignment and lead through influence in a matrixed environment.
• Strong planning prioritization and project coordination skills.

What Makes You Stand Out

• Masters degree in Supply Chain Engineering Business or a related discipline.
• Experience supporting supply chain transformation network optimization facility redesign or transportation improvement initiatives.
• Strong understanding of end-to-end supply chain strategy distribution operations transportation networks and long-range planning.
• Experience managing complex multi-phase programs with a disciplined governance approach.
• Demonstrated ability to navigate ambiguity and drive successful organizational change.
• Lean Six Sigma or other operational excellence experience.
• Ability to translate strategic goals into executable roadmaps and measurable results.
• Strong executive presence with the ability to present complex analyses and recommendations to senior leadership.
• Passion for continuous improvement operational excellence and building scalable solutions that drive business performance.

Why This Role is Important

This role offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the future of our supply chain while partnering with talented teams across the organization to deliver innovative solutions that improve how we serve our customers and communities.

Salary

• $ depending on experience.

We are an organization that values diversity and encourages all qualified individuals to apply without regard to sex race color ancestry national origin citizenship status religion age marital status (including civil unions) military service veteran status pregnancy (including childbirth and related medical conditions) genetic information sexual orientation gender identity legally recognized disability domestic violence victim status or any other characteristic protected by law.

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