Director of Warehouse Operations

Director of Warehouse Operations North America (Aftermarket Parts Distribution)

Location : Greater Milwaukee region (with oversight of multiple distribution centers across the U.S. & Canada)

Type : Full-Time | On-site & regional leadership

Summary :

We're seeking a dynamic Director of Warehouse Operations to lead all site logistics, inventory and fulfillment for a North American aftermarket parts distributor serving industrial-diesel, fuel systems and engine components. This role has full P&L and operational accountability across multiple warehouse facilities spanning the U.S. and Canada, providing a unique opportunity to scale and standardize distribution excellence.

Responsibilities :

• Oversee warehouse operations across all sites (receiving, storage, fulfillment, outbound logistics) for a multi-state / Canadian distribution footprint
• Lead and mentor a leadership team of site managers, supervisors and associates across the network to ensure safety, accuracy, productivity & cost targets
• Develop and monitor key performance indicators including fill rate, order accuracy, on-time shipments, labor efficiency and inventory turns across all locations
• Collaborate with operations, supply chain, procurement and commercial teams to drive site strategy, capacity planning and network optimization
• Lead process improvement initiatives (lean, Six Sigma, 5S, etc.), standardize SOPs and scale best practices across sites
• Ensure compliance with safety regulations, import / export (Canada / U.S.) logistics, cross-border freight and customs where applicable
• Manage budget, staffing models, capital investments and site expansions / relocations as needed across the network
• Drive technology adoption (WMS, warehouse automation, data analytics) and partner with IT to support multi-site visibility and decision-making

Qualifications :

Compensation : Competitive base salary in the range of $135K-$165K, plus bonus potential, full benefits package and performance incentives.