Strategic Operations Director

3 days ago


Alsip, Illinois, United States WESCO International Full time

At Wesco International, we're seeking a seasoned Strategic Operations Director - Business Growth to lead our operations team in achieving exceptional business performance. With a strong focus on strategic planning, process improvement, and team leadership, you'll be responsible for driving operational excellence across our complex locations.

Job Overview

The Strategic Operations Director - Business Growth will be a key member of our leadership team, reporting directly to the CEO. This role involves developing and implementing strategic plans to improve operational efficiency, increase productivity, and enhance customer satisfaction. You'll work closely with cross-functional teams, including Supply Chain, Operations, and business units, to drive continuous improvement and achieve business objectives.

Responsibilities

As a Strategic Operations Director - Business Growth, you'll be responsible for:

  • Developing and executing strategic plans to improve operational efficiency and increase productivity.
  • Leading a team of operations professionals to ensure objectives are met and customer excellence plans are implemented.
  • Partnering with inventory leaders to ensure region inventory needs and goals are met.
  • Setting and monitoring operational budgets to ensure financial sustainability.
  • Providing strategic and tactical leadership to achieve corporate goals and objectives.
  • Developing and implementing LEAN methodologies to improve efficiency, productivity, and quality.
  • Ensuring compliance with standard operating procedures, policies, and internal audit controls.

Qualifications

To be successful in this role, you'll need:

  • A bachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent experience.
  • At least 7-10 years of operation leadership experience in distribution center facilities, with a proven track record of driving business growth and improvement.
  • 5+ years of experience managing varied organizations, projects, and programs.
  • LEAN yellow belt certification and ability to execute a LEAN mentality in a distribution/warehouse environment.
  • Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills, with the ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build strong relationships with cross-functional teams and stakeholders.

Salary

The estimated salary for this role is $120,000 - $180,000 per year, depending on experience and qualifications. Wesco International offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off.

Location

This role is based in the Los Angeles area, with occasional travel required (25% - 50%).

About Wesco International

Wesco International, Inc. is a leading global distributor and provider of electrical, industrial, and communications products and services. We're committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment, without regard to race, religion, color, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, or other characteristics protected by law.


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