Givens Incorporated
Vice President of Warehousing & Distribution
Givens Incorporated, Chesapeake, Virginia, United States, 23322
Vice President of Warehousing & Distribution
Givens is a family-owned Third Party Logistics (3PL) provider headquartered near the Port of Virginia in Chesapeake, VA. The company operates 13 facilities with approximately 250 warehousing and distribution team members and provides a range of supply chain services through its divisions (Givens, Inc.; American Packing & Crating; Givens Transportation; Givens Logistics; Superior Air Freight). Position – Vice President, Warehousing & Distribution (Chesapeake, VA) • Full-Time Givens is seeking an experienced logistics leader to run and grow warehousing and distribution operations. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of managing large teams across multiple locations, driving process improvements, and using metrics and analytics to improve profitability. Qualifications Proven experience leading teams of 200+ people in logistics, manufacturing, construction, or similar industries. Experience developing and using operational metrics and management dashboards focused on people and asset productivity. Experience with P/L responsibilities and developing pricing and/or costing models. Experience developing and executing near-term operational plans and long-term growth strategies. Certifications in Lean, Kaizen, Six Sigma or similar continuous improvement methodologies preferred. Familiarity with Warehouse Management Systems (WMS) or Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems. Strong data analysis skills; proficient in Microsoft Excel and Power BI. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Education: BA/BS in supply chain, engineering, business or related field required; MBA preferred. Responsibilities Operational Leadership: Develop and execute a comprehensive warehousing and distribution strategy aligned with company goals and objectives. Influence the development of customized, integrated warehousing and transportation solutions for customers. Identify and implement best practices to enhance efficiency, reduce costs, and improve productivity. Lead initiatives to optimize inventory management, order fulfillment, and shipping/receiving processes. Develop and implement operational metrics to drive efficiency and profitability. Oversee daily activities of the warehousing, packing & crating, facilities and security teams through effective scheduling, work distribution, and tracking. Support development of talent strategy to attract and retain distribution staff. Implement technological improvements and leverage data analytics to make informed decisions and continuously improve warehouse operations. Maintain safety standards in accordance with OSHA regulations and best practices. Business Development Identify and develop new revenue streams from existing customers, new markets, new service offerings, or other opportunities. Develop strong relationships with key customers and foster a customer-service mindset across all distribution staff. Work closely with other Givens companies to support customers across multiple services. Strategy Support the overall success of Givens Inc. and contribute to the achievement of strategic objectives and P/L performance. Serve on the senior leadership team, participating in goal setting and business forecasting. Givens currently operates on the Entrepreneurial Operating System (EOS). Note: Referrals and relocation considerations may apply. EEO statements remain as required by law.
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Givens is a family-owned Third Party Logistics (3PL) provider headquartered near the Port of Virginia in Chesapeake, VA. The company operates 13 facilities with approximately 250 warehousing and distribution team members and provides a range of supply chain services through its divisions (Givens, Inc.; American Packing & Crating; Givens Transportation; Givens Logistics; Superior Air Freight). Position – Vice President, Warehousing & Distribution (Chesapeake, VA) • Full-Time Givens is seeking an experienced logistics leader to run and grow warehousing and distribution operations. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of managing large teams across multiple locations, driving process improvements, and using metrics and analytics to improve profitability. Qualifications Proven experience leading teams of 200+ people in logistics, manufacturing, construction, or similar industries. Experience developing and using operational metrics and management dashboards focused on people and asset productivity. Experience with P/L responsibilities and developing pricing and/or costing models. Experience developing and executing near-term operational plans and long-term growth strategies. Certifications in Lean, Kaizen, Six Sigma or similar continuous improvement methodologies preferred. Familiarity with Warehouse Management Systems (WMS) or Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems. Strong data analysis skills; proficient in Microsoft Excel and Power BI. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Education: BA/BS in supply chain, engineering, business or related field required; MBA preferred. Responsibilities Operational Leadership: Develop and execute a comprehensive warehousing and distribution strategy aligned with company goals and objectives. Influence the development of customized, integrated warehousing and transportation solutions for customers. Identify and implement best practices to enhance efficiency, reduce costs, and improve productivity. Lead initiatives to optimize inventory management, order fulfillment, and shipping/receiving processes. Develop and implement operational metrics to drive efficiency and profitability. Oversee daily activities of the warehousing, packing & crating, facilities and security teams through effective scheduling, work distribution, and tracking. Support development of talent strategy to attract and retain distribution staff. Implement technological improvements and leverage data analytics to make informed decisions and continuously improve warehouse operations. Maintain safety standards in accordance with OSHA regulations and best practices. Business Development Identify and develop new revenue streams from existing customers, new markets, new service offerings, or other opportunities. Develop strong relationships with key customers and foster a customer-service mindset across all distribution staff. Work closely with other Givens companies to support customers across multiple services. Strategy Support the overall success of Givens Inc. and contribute to the achievement of strategic objectives and P/L performance. Serve on the senior leadership team, participating in goal setting and business forecasting. Givens currently operates on the Entrepreneurial Operating System (EOS). Note: Referrals and relocation considerations may apply. EEO statements remain as required by law.
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