Gates Corporation
Director, North America Distribution
Gates Corporation, Denver, Colorado, United States, 80219
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Gates Corporation Are you inspired by challenging the status quo? Do you thrive in collaborative environments that drive results? If so, Gates could be for you.
A variety of soft skills and experience may be required for the following role Please ensure you check the overview below carefully.
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?
Essential Duties And Responsibilities
Gates has an exciting opening for a
Director, North America Distribution
to be located in Denver (CO), Hebron (KY), or Dallas (TX).
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 a total team of ~550, working closely with cross-functional leaders to provide a superior distribution capability to support our ambitious growth objectives.
Key Responsibilities
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.
Supervisory Responsibilities
9 Direct Reports. Provides leadership and direction through Managers. Leads a sub-function, typically through subordinate managers of managers. Has full leadership, performance management, and people development responsibility for managers or high-level individual contributors to build a strong sub-function
Required Skills
Requirements and Preferred Skills
15+ years of professional experience. Bachelor’s Degree is required. Extensive distribution experience, most of which was acquired in a senior managerial capacity, DC automation, and ideally within a lean manufacturing environment. At least ten years of specific managerial experience, preferably in an economic environment. Large-scale project management, network analytics, and WMS implementation experience. Must be an excellent proven leader, able to motivate a large diverse group of people and build a team that functions and excels together. Must be able to travel domestically and internationally approximately 50% of the time. Demonstrated experience with distribution operations management and implementing distribution network strategies. Experience with Kitting and Postponement finishing activities/techniques and associated interfaces to ERP planning tools in a global, multi-cultural setting. Must be analytical and a good problem solver under high-pressure situations. Demonstrates excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Possesses a leadership maturity that sets the expectation of communicating in a clear, concise, open, and transparent manner inside and outside the facility. Strong financial discipline, business acumen, and organizational abilities. Ability to maintain a flexible work schedule to manage the demands of a 24/7 distribution network and unexpected customer needs. Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without company sponsorship.
Preferred Skills
Bachelor's Degree in Operations Management or Logistics, highly preferred. Master's Degree or MBA, preferred. Fluency in multi-languages.
Pay & Benefits
Full-Time Salary Range: $175,000 - $195,000 Bonus Eligible Relocation is provided Medical, Dental, Vision insurance and other voluntary benefit options: benefits begin on the first day of the month immediately following your date of hire Eligible for Flexible Time Off 401(k): 3% company contribution and additional 3% company match Tuition Reimbursement
Why Gates?
Founded in 1911 in Denver, Colorado, Gates is publicly traded on the NYSE. While we might operate in a vast amount of time zones we operate as 'One Gates' and have a common goal of pushing the boundaries of materials science. We invest in our people, bringing real-world experience that enables us to solve our customers' diverse challenges of today and anticipate those of tomorrow.
Work Environment
Gates is an Equal Opportunity and is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job-related reasons regardless of race, sex, color, religion, age, disability, pregnancy, citizenship, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, genetic information, marital status, or any other consideration defined by law.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit; use hands and fingers to work with objects, tools, or controls; and use office equipment including computers, telephones, and/or copiers/scanners. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds.
For individuals assigned and/or hired to work in Colorado, Gates is required by law to include a reasonable estimate of the compensation for this role. This compensation range is specific to the State of Colorado and takes into account various factors that are considered in making compensation decisions, including but not limited to the candidate's relevant experience, qualifications, skills, competencies, and proficiency for the role.Seniority level
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Director, North America Distribution
role at
Gates Corporation 13 hours ago Be among the first 25 applicants Join to apply for the
Director, North America Distribution
role at
Gates Corporation Are you inspired by challenging the status quo? Do you thrive in collaborative environments that drive results? If so, Gates could be for you.
A variety of soft skills and experience may be required for the following role Please ensure you check the overview below carefully.
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?
Essential Duties And Responsibilities
Gates has an exciting opening for a
Director, North America Distribution
to be located in Denver (CO), Hebron (KY), or Dallas (TX).
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 a total team of ~550, working closely with cross-functional leaders to provide a superior distribution capability to support our ambitious growth objectives.
Key Responsibilities
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.
Supervisory Responsibilities
9 Direct Reports. Provides leadership and direction through Managers. Leads a sub-function, typically through subordinate managers of managers. Has full leadership, performance management, and people development responsibility for managers or high-level individual contributors to build a strong sub-function
Required Skills
Requirements and Preferred Skills
15+ years of professional experience. Bachelor’s Degree is required. Extensive distribution experience, most of which was acquired in a senior managerial capacity, DC automation, and ideally within a lean manufacturing environment. At least ten years of specific managerial experience, preferably in an economic environment. Large-scale project management, network analytics, and WMS implementation experience. Must be an excellent proven leader, able to motivate a large diverse group of people and build a team that functions and excels together. Must be able to travel domestically and internationally approximately 50% of the time. Demonstrated experience with distribution operations management and implementing distribution network strategies. Experience with Kitting and Postponement finishing activities/techniques and associated interfaces to ERP planning tools in a global, multi-cultural setting. Must be analytical and a good problem solver under high-pressure situations. Demonstrates excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Possesses a leadership maturity that sets the expectation of communicating in a clear, concise, open, and transparent manner inside and outside the facility. Strong financial discipline, business acumen, and organizational abilities. Ability to maintain a flexible work schedule to manage the demands of a 24/7 distribution network and unexpected customer needs. Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without company sponsorship.
Preferred Skills
Bachelor's Degree in Operations Management or Logistics, highly preferred. Master's Degree or MBA, preferred. Fluency in multi-languages.
Pay & Benefits
Full-Time Salary Range: $175,000 - $195,000 Bonus Eligible Relocation is provided Medical, Dental, Vision insurance and other voluntary benefit options: benefits begin on the first day of the month immediately following your date of hire Eligible for Flexible Time Off 401(k): 3% company contribution and additional 3% company match Tuition Reimbursement
Why Gates?
Founded in 1911 in Denver, Colorado, Gates is publicly traded on the NYSE. While we might operate in a vast amount of time zones we operate as 'One Gates' and have a common goal of pushing the boundaries of materials science. We invest in our people, bringing real-world experience that enables us to solve our customers' diverse challenges of today and anticipate those of tomorrow.
Work Environment
Gates is an Equal Opportunity and is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job-related reasons regardless of race, sex, color, religion, age, disability, pregnancy, citizenship, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, genetic information, marital status, or any other consideration defined by law.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit; use hands and fingers to work with objects, tools, or controls; and use office equipment including computers, telephones, and/or copiers/scanners. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds.
For individuals assigned and/or hired to work in Colorado, Gates is required by law to include a reasonable estimate of the compensation for this role. This compensation range is specific to the State of Colorado and takes into account various factors that are considered in making compensation decisions, including but not limited to the candidate's relevant experience, qualifications, skills, competencies, and proficiency for the role.Seniority level
Seniority levelDirector Employment type
Employment typeFull-time Job function
Job functionManagement and Manufacturing IndustriesAutomation Machinery Manufacturing Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Gates Corporation by 2x Get notified about new Director of Distribution jobs in
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