Senior Director, Distribution

At Floor & Decor, we're transforming spaces and careers across the country. The most exciting thing we're building isn't just floors-it's a company without ceilings where dreamers, thinkers, and doers shape our future. With over 250 stores and counting, this is where ambition meets opportunity. Are you looking for new challenges? Let's build what's next.Your Work MattersAs the Senior Director of Distribution, you'll lead the charge in building and optimizing the systems that move our business. Your work ensures that our rapidly growing network of Distribution Centers not only keeps up-but sets the pace. From creating scalable strategies to empowering high-performing teams, you'll directly impact how product gets to our stores, customers, and communities.Your Day Consists Of Leading a national distribution centers footprint, setting strategy and driving execution across all locations Collaborating cross-functionally with merchandising, store ops, international logistics, and 3rd party partners Shaping operational quality and compliance programs to meet evolving standards Guiding future warehouse needs as our store count and customer demand continue to grow Overseeing budget planning, performance metrics, and operational scorecards with a "no surprises" mindset Coaching and developing distribution centers leaders while fostering a culture of safety, efficiency, and innovation You'll Be Successful With 10+ years of leadership in large-scale distribution, logistics, or supply chain operations Experience scaling distribution networks across millions of square feet-ideally in fast-paced retail or consumer goods environments A process-driven mindset, grounded in continuous improvement tools like Six Sigma, Lean, and KPIs The ability to translate high-level strategy into actionable outcomes across people, systems, and processes Strong negotiation and communication skills, paired with a collaborative approach to cross-functional leadership A sharp eye for cost reduction, operational efficiency, and growth-oriented transformation Minimum Eligibility Requirements Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration or Engineering (MBA or advanced engineering degree preferred) 10+ years of relevant work experience in Distribution, Supply Chain Management, Quality and Logistics Experienced in developing, managing, and executing Distribution and Supply Chain strategies, including DC setup and network growth strategies Previous experience building Distribution organizations Possess good process experience/judgment and the ability to recognize key problems before they become major issues. Capable of recognizing opportunities that translate to bottom-line improvement A demonstrated ability to work cross-functionally within the company, as well as globally with suppliers and 3rd party firms A visionary who understands the big picture and can develop programs and processes that capture the true potential and opportunities that may exist - an "Out of the Box Thinker" Ability to lead change and effectively establish high-performing teams by being a role model with high-performance standards Strategic thinking skills, including ability to make sound business judgments related to supply management philosophies and initiatives Excellent communication skills (i.e., verbal, written, development and delivery of presentations) Well-developed and proven negotiating skills Direct knowledge of integrated ERP systems and world-class supply chain practices Good understanding of statistical methods, quality tools and methodologies (i.e., QFD, CTQ, DFSS, SPC, AQP, FMEA, Control Plan) Experience implementing cost reduction programs Tactical planning skills Knowledge of forecasting systems Sound knowledge of retail preferred Training in Six Sigma is a plus Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing Principles desired Essential Job FunctionsContinue to develop, enhance and communicate our overall distribution vision and strategy. Develop new creative ideas regarding philosophy, policy, process and systems that need to be formalized and agreed to across all functions involved in distribution. This vision and business strategy should include initial steps and goals, as well as long-term direction. It should also involve the ideas and thoughts of others throughout the organization. Responsible for the operational leadership of distribution centers required to meet company growth projections and customer service requirements Lead and manage distribution teams in implementing distribution best practices Evaluate and plan for future warehousing needs given the projected future growth of the company Introduce advance supply chain, continuous improvement, and distribution/logistics tools/methodologies in order to help F&D deliver results in store fulfillment, quality, cost, inventory management and safety Evaluate distribution projects including productivity, inventory, manpower and workflows Drive operational efficiency improvements, cost reduction efforts, and streamlining initiative across the company's distribution and logistics network Prepare and submit annual budgets, business plans, strategic plans, monthly operating reports, operating goals/objectives and other management scorecard metrics to senior leadership to maintain a "no surprises" environmen Submit financial and other management score card metric information to senior leadership and maintain a "no surprises" environment Responsible for the management and safety of people resources through good practices, employee appraisal systems, implementation of compensation and benefit programs, communication systems, and performance management techniques Document and share "best practice" methods, processes and ideas across the business's distribution network to drive continuous improvements in all aspects of business operations Work with Merchandising and vendors to establish pallet and labeling standards Ensure the effective leverage, utilization, and implementation of its current and future operating systems related to the management of F&D's North American distribution sites Working Conditions (travel, environment) This position is salaried, knowing it may include hours which exceed eight hours in a day or forty hours in a week Occasional travel required including air and car travel While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to a warehouse environment and moving vehicles. The noise level in the work environment is typically quiet to moderate Physical/Sensory RequirementsSedentary Work - Ability to exert 10 - 20 pounds of force occasionally, and/or negligible amount of force frequently to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time but may involve walking or standing for brief periods of time.Store Support Center AssociatesProvide leadership and support training on all Safety programs, processes and procedures, insuring that every associate is properly trained for their position.Follow established Safety procedures in all aspects of work assignments applicable to the position. This includes participating in all Safety related training and acquiring certifications. Each associate is responsible for Safety at the Store Support Center and when visiting other company work locations. All Safety concerns must be brought to the attention of the management of a location and/or the Store Support Center Safety Department immediately.Note: Floor & Decor considers all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, medical condition, pregnancy, marital or familial status, veteran status, or based on any other class protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. Floor & Decor also provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and applicable state and local law.This job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and the employee and is subject to change by the employer at its sole discretion.Benefits & Rewards Bonus opportunities at every level Career advancement opportunities Relocation opportunities across the country 401k with discretionary company match Employee Stock Purchase Plan Referral Bonus Program Medical, Dental, Vision, Life and other Insurance Plans (subject to eligibility criteria) Equal Employment OpportunityFloor & Decor provides equal employment opportunities to all associates and applicants without regard to age, race, color, religion or creed, national origin or ancestry, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, disability, veteran status, genetic information, ethnicity, citizenship, or any other category protected by law.This policy applies to all areas of employment, including recruitment, testing, screening, hiring, selection for training, upgrading, transfer, demotion, layoff, discipline, termination, compensation, benefits and all other privileges, terms and conditions of employment. This policy and the law prohibit employment discrimination against any associate or applicant on the basis of any legally protected status outlined above.