Senior Director of Distribution Center Operations East Region

You can get further details about the nature of this opening, and what is expected from applicants, by reading the below. Salary: $200,000$220,000 Location: Advance, NC Travel: Minimum 50% Were not looking for someone to sit in meetings and delegate. We need a proven operator who has led multiple high-volume distribution centers, rolled up their sleeves, and driven tactical execution tied directly to metrics. This role demands someone who understands the grind of operationslabor management, throughput, cost per unit, fill rate, safety, shipping accuracyand knows how to move the needle at scale. What Youll Do: Own the operational performance of several large-scale distribution and fulfillment centers (300K to 1.5M sq. ft.), each processing $12$21 million in product weekly. Build, lead, and mentor site leadership teamsdevelop talent and drive accountability. Establish and enforce operational discipline tied to productivity, safety, accuracy, and cost KPIs. Travel extensively across the East to work side-by-side with your teams, not from behind a desk. Design and execute plans for efficiency gains, process improvements, and network scalability. Lead through dataapply Lean and Continuous Improvement to root out waste and improve throughput. Ensure WMS and warehouse technologies are fully leveraged to optimize performance. What You Bring: 12+ years leading multiple distribution centers (this is non-negotiable) Experience running complex ops across various geographies with P&L responsibility Deep tactical knowledge in labor planning, inventory control, order fulfillment, and transportation alignment Track record of implementing and sustaining operational excellence at scale Fluent in WMS platforms, continuous improvement, and warehouse KPIs Bachelors in Supply Chain, Logistics, or related fieldor equivalent experience This role is for a high-level operator who leads from the floor, not from a distance. If you havent owned multiple sites and personally driven performance improvements, this role isnt the fit. Who We Are At Ashley, were more than a businesswere family. As the largest manufacturer of home furnishings in the world, we know what it takes to build incredible furniture and future leaders. Were problem solvers with the grit to persevere during challenging times and innovators who won't coast when times are good. We create solutions, not excuses. And never settle for status quo. Its the reason were always searching for better ways to delivering an exceptional customer experience. That's why Ashley Furniture is #1 in our industry. Ready to grow? Youve come to the right place. Ashley Furniture has a Growth Mindset, and once you join our team, youll learn from the best in the business. Apply today and find your home at Ashley! Benefits We Offer Health, Dental, Vision, Employee Assistance Program Paid Vacation, Holidays, and Your Birthday off Generous Employee Discount on home furnishings Professional Development Opportunities Ashley Wellness Centers (location specific) and Medical Tourism Telehealth 401(k) and Profit Sharing Life Insurance Our Core Values Honesty & Integrity Passion, Drive, Discipline Continuous Improvement/Operational Excellence Dirty Fingernail Growth Focused To learn more about Ashley Furniture, our community engagement programs, environmental stewardship, and our core values, please visit our Corporate Social Responsibility information page: Corporate Social Responsibility We are an equal opportunity employer and provide a drug-free working environment. While Ashley appreciates the interest of all candidates only those meeting specific position requirements may be contacted. Principals Only.