Supply Chain Planning and Optimization Program Manager
Michaels Stores · Irving, TX · 2 days ago
ManagementFull-time
Major Activities
- Create and coordinate a strategic plan inclusive of outbound volume, building setup, staffing, and special project execution
- Partner with Merchandising, Inventory, Supply Chain Strategy, and Transportation teams to align on outbound volume, operational priorities, and execution timelines
- Develop, maintain, and manage outbound operational planning tools and templates used to communicate volume forecasts, seasonal surges, and major operational initiatives to DC teams
- Participate in cross-functional planning meetings to ensure outbound operational workload, inventory flow, and capacity plans remain balanced and executable across the network
- Support planning and execution of major operational initiatives, peak season, and large scale go-gets to ensure accurate labor forecasting and operational readiness for outbound functions across all Distribution Centers
- Distribute clear and concise communication to Distribution Center leadership to ensure strategic, accurate, and consistent messaging across the network
- Lead key operational meetings and field leadership forums to facilitate alignment and communication between DC leadership and the Support Center
Coaching and Development
- Act as a peer mentor to the Distribution Center leadership teams
- Coach Distribution Center outbound teams on best practices, ensuring a strong bench for all Outbound Operations
Minimum Education
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience
Other duties as assigned
Other duties as assigned
Preferred Education
Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Industrial Engineering, or other related field
Preferred Type Of Experience
The Job Requires 10 years of DC / DC Network experience in leadership roles
Advanced knowledge of Distribution Center planning
Advanced knowledge of Distribution Center planning
Demanded ability to drive measurable business results
Demanded ability to drive measurable business results