at Breakthru Beverage Group in Cicero, Illinois, United States
Job Description
Director, Operations Systems & Technology
Location
US-IL-Cicero
ID
2024-26622
Type
Regular Full-Time
Category
Operations- Other
Overview
The Director of Operations Systems and Technology will plan the future direction of Warehouse Management Systems and lead the implementation of innovative technologies and processes.
The role will help identify and deliver on projected ROI and efficiency opportunities and will develop SOPs/best practices to drive uniform adoption and execution in the markets. Developing proper toll gates and scorecards to manage the results to expected KPIs by allocating project resources and partnering with the market operations teams are key elements of the role.
This role will be the functional liaison across of key stakeholders including our Information Technology Team, Market Operations Directors, Project Managers, and Consultants. Experience in leading teams and directing both internal cross functional and outside resources through a collaborative process is critical to drive the timely and successful delivery of the final solution.
This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced operations technology leader to help shape the transformation of infrastructure and operations products at Breakthru Beverage Group.
Responsibilities
Develop and implement the overall Warehouse Management System (WMS) technology strategy in conjunction with IT, aligned with the organization's objectives and growth plans
Assess current WMS technology landscape in conjunction with IT, identify gaps, and recommend innovative solutions to enhance efficiency, visibility, and responsiveness
Lead the selection, implementation, and integration of warehouse management systems (WMS) & Labor Management Solutions.
Proactively identify potential risks, challenges, and dependencies across programs, and develop mitigation strategies to ensure successful program outcomes
Collaborate with cross-functional teams including IT, corporate operations, market operations and procurement to identify technology needs, prioritize initiatives, and ensure seamless integration with existing systems
Build and develop an Operations Technology team to lead the implementation of new processes and technologies in WMS and foster a culture of innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning
Stay abreast of industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices in operations technology and apply relevant knowledge to drive continuous improvement
Serves as first-line functional support and funnel to IT for technical support for Delivery Center's Warehouse Management System (WMS), ensuring operational system integrity. Leads "super user" group to facilitate site systems proficiency
Other duties, as assigned by the jobholder's manager, may also be required
Qualifications
Bachelor's Degree Business, Supply Chain, Engineering or related work experience
Minimum of 10+ years in distribution/warehouse management and logistics including systems implementation and support.
Proven record of delivering projects within scope, time, budget and quality within an operations or industrial work environment
Fully comprehends warehouse activities and has broad-based technology mindset in working in various WMS systems, SAP, Power BI tools, Routing Tools, Proof of Delivery systems, etc.
Business Relationship management and partnering expertise with internal and external parters
Experience with or driving production comparison evaluations via RFPs
Ability to successfully managing an operational budget
Excellent prioritizing and organizational skills, and good decision-making skills
Demonstrate the ability to quickly access current systems and processes to identify strategic areas of improvements by way or technology changes or process changes
Proficient PC skills using MS Office (such as Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Word)
Must be a results-oriented professional with verbal/written communication skills using diplomacy and discretion to lead and communicate with different functional leaders
Ability to multi-task, work independently and/or within a team, pay attention to detail and meet deadlines with limited supervision
Travel up to 60-80% of the time
Preferred Qualifications:
Master's degree in related field
Understanding of WMS database structure and system specific coding
Lean/Six Sigma... For full info follow application link.
Breakthru Beverage Group is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information and other legally protected characteristics.
The EEO is the Law poster is available here: EEO Poster, if you need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process, please call (708) 298-3536 and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.
