Senior Director of Warehousing

About the Role

We are seeking a highly strategic and operationally focused Senior Director of Warehousing to lead the design, launch, and ongoing optimization of warehousing and material handling operations supporting a $1B refrigerated foods platform.

This leader will oversee end-to-end warehouse network strategy, including the development and startup of a flagship warehouse operation, while driving best-in-class execution across North American distribution sites. The ideal candidate brings deep expertise in warehouse operations, SAP EWM, food-grade logistics, and large-scale operational transformation.

This is a high-impact leadership opportunity for someone who thrives in fast-paced, complex environments and can balance strategic planning with hands-on operational execution.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the design, implementation, and startup of new warehouse facilities supporting refrigerated food production and finished goods distribution
• Define warehouse layout strategy including slotting, dock configuration, staging, and material handling equipment (MHE)
• Oversee warehouse transition activities from design through go-live and operational stabilization
• Ensure physical warehouse design aligns with SAP EWM capabilities and operational workflows
• Serve as the business owner for SAP EWM across warehousing operations
• Define warehouse organizational structures, process flows, and handling unit strategies
• Drive execution of batch management, FIFO/FEFO inventory controls, RF scanning processes, and inventory age management
• Partner closely with IT and external integrators to ensure SAP EWM serves as the system of record
• Ensure inventory accuracy exceeding 99.9% while achieving operational safety, cost, and service targets
• Ensure batch traceability, shelf-life compliance, and regulatory readiness across operations
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on cost per pallet, order fill rates, throughput, and cycle time optimization
• Promote operational standardization and process excellence across the organization
• Establish and maintain SOPs, KPIs, training programs, and safety management systems
• Champion a culture centered on food safety, employee safety, accountability, and engagement
• Lead and develop high-performing warehousing and logistics teams
• Partner cross-functionally with Supply Chain, Operations, IT, Procurement, and external stakeholders
• Present operational updates, business initiatives, and strategic recommendations to executive leadership
• Support resolution of material shortages and operational escalations as needed

Required Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, Operations, or related field required
• 10+ years of progressive leadership experience in warehousing, distribution, manufacturing logistics, or supply chain operations
• Proven success leading warehouse startup, implementation, or commissioning initiatives
• Hands-on expertise with SAP EWM, including warehouse processes, batch management, and system optimization
• Experience within food, beverage, dairy, refrigerated CPG, or highly regulated manufacturing environments strongly preferred
• Deep operational knowledge of:
• SAP EWM & Batch Management
• FIFO/FEFO inventory management
• Food safety, traceability, and regulatory compliance
• Warehouse process optimization and technology integration
• Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional teams and influence stakeholders at all organizational levels
• Strong analytical, organizational, and project management capabilities
• Excellent communication and executive presentation skills
• Proven servant leadership approach with experience driving transformational change
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in fast-paced environments while maintaining operational excellence

Leadership & Work Environment

• This role includes direct people leadership responsibilities and oversight of warehousing teams
• Requires a hands-on leadership style with strong visibility across operations
• Able to work effectively in high-growth, fast-moving operational environments

Why Join Us?

This is an opportunity to play a critical role in shaping and scaling warehousing operations for a growing refrigerated foods platform. You will help drive operational transformation, lead major warehouse initiatives, and influence enterprise-wide supply chain strategy within a dynamic and evolving organization.