Distribution Center Manager

• Improve the productivity of the Distribution Center by on-going development of systems.
• Responsible for overseeing and optimizing logistics activities such as master roll receiving, shipment arrangement, warehouse management and materials control.
• Manage a team of operators to carry out the day-to-day operations and troubleshooting in the production and warehouse areas.
• Liaise with local Sales and Marketing teams to troubleshoot Finish Product’s run ability at customer’s facility, also explore improvement opportunities.
• Ensure maximum operations efficiency of the facilities and equipment, as well as the care of all grounds and supporting equipment, through the technical support made up of supervisors, technicians, custodians, and the necessary outside technical and non-technical support services.
• Ensure tracking and use of key performance indicators to promote operational improvement and business results.
• Develop, analyze and manage operational expenses.
• Lead a safe operation of the business unit and comply with legal, legislative and corporate safety requirements.
• Focus on improving more complex performance of the site: develop site organizational culture that fosterscontinuous improvement.
• Train and provide development opportunities for staff. Ensure annual goals are complete and communicated.
• Ensure Global Performance Management System is up to date and regular feedback is provided to staff members.
• Coordinate team efforts, create and manage country strategy and team operating plan.
• Design and implement operational improvement strategies for safety, cost, quality, training, inventory and services.
• Drive execution of site improvement plans, help set operations improvement goals, ensure priorities and accountabilities are always clear within operations, provide resources and remove obstacles to ensure success.
• Analyze and draw information for long-term strategic change and improvement.
• Oversee the practice of all health and safety procedures, ensuring that safety is employees’ top priority.

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering (Mechanical / Chemical) required.
• 8+ years Operations/Manufacturing experience with 5+ manufacturing leadership experience is required.
• At least 5 years experience in people management
• Experience in FMCG, Packaging, Printing, Labels, Chemicals is preferred.
• Demonstrated successful experience in leading and managing individuals and teams is required.
• Experience in EHS is required
• Hands-on experience of modern manufacturing, material flow, MOE and improvement strategies (e.g. ELS, continuous flow, cellular etc.) and the ability to integrate those into the operation.
• Good interpersonal skills, coaching skill , result oriented, problem solving and strong leadership
• Demonstrated understanding and skills in project and program management is preferred.
• Working knowledge of modern manufacturing, material flow and improvement strategies (e.g. ELS, continuous flow, cellular etc.) and the ability to integrate those into the operation.
• Lean manufacturing, Six Sigma, ISO or related experience preferred.
• Fostering teamwork and well communication
• Good problem analysis and drive for continuous improvement
• A good team player and Independent

Avery Dennison