Director, North American Distribution

Job Category:

Warehouse

Are you inspired by challenging the status quo? Do you thrive in collaborative environments that drive results? If so, Gates could be for you.

Gates is a leading manufacturer of application-specific fluid power and power transmission solutions. We push the boundaries of material science to engineer solutions that continually exceed customer expectations.

Let's simplify it, think belts and hoses. Found in motorcycles, conveyor belts, cars, tractors, blenders, vacuum cleaners, bicycles, & 3D printers just to name a few. Because why not do it all?

WHAT TO EXPECT

Gates has an exciting opening for a Director, North America Distribution to be located at one of our Gates locations in North America.

This is a great opportunity for an experienced multi-site distribution leader to take their career to the next level with a global market leader known for innovation in materials science. The select candidate will be responsible for the successful management of 12 distribution centers in the US, Canada and Mexico, with 9 direct reports and total team of 580, working closely with cross-functional leaders to provide a superior distribution capability to support our ambitious growth objectives.

Key responsibilities (to name a few):

• Achieving the Companies' safety goals, production, profitability, and cost reduction programs, while exceeding customer expectations at the site.

• Ensure Gates remains a leader in the industry in terms of having world class distribution and transportation operations by establishing/maintaining a culture of high performance and associate engagement.

• Oversee all aspects of planning, organizing and directing the operational activities of the North American Distribution function.

• Work closely with national and regional counterparts on planning, global idea sharing, strategic planning and technological advancement.

• Driving performance accountability within all levels of the division and site, while ensuring effective feedback is provided to employees to drive professional growth.

• Translating strategic vision into tactical action plans that result in delivered business results.