Sr Manager, Slotting Optimization

Primary Responsibilities

• Develop and Lead the Slotting Program for Enterprise to include execution & strategy
• Develop and Mentor teams on slotting principles, best practices and drive standardization
• Leads and Manages team of Slotting Managers and Analysts providing direction to drive slotting leader standard work and slotting strategies
• Collaborate with Safety, Quality, Inventory, Engineering and Operational partners to maintain alignment with enterprise slotting standards, reporting and tools.
• Leads slotting projects, ensuring alignment across multiple facilities from discovery through execution phases
• Lead the slotting strategy for network, ensuring consistent execution and measurable improvement
• Conduct ROI analyses for racking, layout, and process changes
• Establish and track KPIs to measure slotting performance and labor impact
• Utilizes slotting software, tools and SKU analysis to optimize pick path travel, replenishment, and warehouse capacity
• Trains and mentors others in effective slotting principles and slotting software/tools
• Stays current with industry trends and best practices in distribution and slotting best practices to proactively identify innovative solutions
• Champion continuous improvement and operational excellence

SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES

• Proficiency in Slotting software, Warehouse/Labor Management Systems & Digital Twin/Simulation Technology
• Proficiency in SQL, Data Mining, Data Visualization and Advanced Excel
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint, Power BI, Access)
• Leadership skills with ability to coach and develop a team
• Exceptional communication with ability to influence operations partners
• Excellent communication skills both verbal and written
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to lead and manage a team
• Strong conceptual thinking, attention to detail, and decision-making capabilities
• Strong Analytical and Project Management skills
• Ability to manage multiple projects across multiple facilities
• Ability to identify and resolve conflicts as well as improve processes
• Ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams
• Ability to be results-oriented, self-directed and solve problems in a professional manner

Minimum Requirements, Qualifications, Additional Skills, Aptitude

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Supply Chain, Logistics, Operations, or a related field
• Minimum 7+ Years in Distribution/Process Engineering, Analytics and/or Warehouse Optimization
• Minimum 4+ Years in Managing Engineering, Analytics and/or Warehouse Optimization teams
• Experience leading, developing and managing a team
• Experience managing process improvement projects for Warehouse Operations
• Proven experience improving labor productivity through slotting optimization