Symbotic LLC, a community of innovators and collaborators, is seeking a Senior Director of Operations. You will lead and oversee the operational performance of a $200-300M revenue warehouse with potential future regional warehouses. This role involves strategic direction, full P&L responsibility, and leadership of operations managers.
What You'll Do
- Provide strategic leadership for a key hub warehouse with the potential of additional regional warehouse sites.
- Oversee the performance of operations managers and their respective teams.
- Assume full responsibility for the P&L of site and/or multiple sites within the region.
- Manage financial performance, including budgeting, cost control, and revenue growth.
- Drive the execution of best practices in warehousing, logistics, and supply chain management.
- Lead continuous improvement initiatives and ensure operations meet productivity, quality, and sustainability goals.
- Lead, mentor, and develop a team of operations managers and their direct reports across multiple locations.
- Develop and implement long-term operational strategies to improve performance and drive growth.
- Ensure adherence to all safety regulations and compliance standards across all sites.
- Oversee vendor relationships and manage procurement for all sites.
- Oversee the integration and optimization of automated systems and warehouse technologies.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with key clients and ensure high levels of customer satisfaction.
- Regularly monitor and report on operational performance, financial results, and KPIs.
- Lead the company’s efforts in sustainable logistics practices across all sites.
What We're Looking For
- Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Engineering, Logistics, Business Administration, or a related field.
- Minimum 10 years of experience in operations management within the logistics, warehousing, or supply chain industry.
- At least 5 years in a senior leadership role overseeing multiple sites or regions.
- Proven track record of managing large teams and full P&L responsibility.
- Proven ability to lead and inspire large teams across multiple locations.
- Strong strategic vision, decision-making, and problem-solving abilities.
- Extensive experience in managing P&L, budgeting, forecasting, and driving financial performance.
- Expertise in managing both conventional and automated warehouse operations.
- In-depth knowledge of WMS, material handling systems, supply chain logistics, and inventory management.
- Strong project management skills with a proven ability to lead large, complex initiatives.
- Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills.
- Strong ability to negotiate with vendors and manage supplier relationships.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, ERP systems, and warehouse management software (WMS).
- A passion for sustainability and environmentally conscious practices in logistics.
- Results-oriented, with a proven ability to drive continuous improvement initiatives.
Nice to Have
- A Master’s degree or MBA is preferred.
- PMP or similar certifications are a plus.
- Experience in overseeing warehouse automation technologies and integrating them into traditional operations for efficiency gains.
- Familiarity with advanced logistics and automation tools is a plus.
Technical Stack
- ERP systems
- Warehouse management software (WMS)
Team & Environment
You will lead a team of operations managers and their direct reports, managing large teams across multiple locations and reporting to the executive team.
Benefits & Compensation
- Medical
- Dental
- Vision
- Disability
- 401K
- PTO
- Compensation range: $186,000.00 - $256,000.00
Work Mode
This role operates on a hybrid work model in Regional CA.
We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate based on race, color, ethnicity, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship status, marital status, disability, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, or genetic information.
