Director Distribution

Are you looking for more?
 

At Mohawk Industries, we’re committed to more – more customer solutions, more process improvements, more sustainable manufacturing and more opportunities for our team.

As a Fortune 500, global flooring leader with some of the best-known brands in the industry, Mohawk is a great place to start or develop your career with an emphasis on more of what’s important to you. Whether you want to lead more, innovate more, learn more or create more, you can find your more with Mohawk.

What we need:

Mohawk is looking for a Director of Distribution who is responsible for overseeing and optimizing the end-to-end distribution processes, ensuring efficient and effective supply chain operations. This role involves strategic planning, team management, and developing and executing distribution strategies to meet customer demands and support the company's growth objectives. 

What you’ll do:

• Develop and implement distribution strategies aligned with the overall business goals and objectives.
• Collaborate with executive leadership to shape the long-term vision for the distribution function.
• Oversee all aspects of the distribution process, including inventory management, order fulfillment, and logistics.
• Optimize warehouse and distribution center operations to enhance efficiency and minimize costs.
• Lead and inspire a high-performing distribution team, providing guidance, coaching, and development opportunities.
• Foster a collaborative and results-driven culture within the distribution department.
• Establish and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) to track the efficiency and effectiveness of distribution operations.
• Implement continuous improvement initiatives to enhance overall performance.
• Work closely with other departments, such as procurement, manufacturing, and sales, to ensure seamless coordination across the supply chain.
• Ensure compliance with local, national, and international regulations related to distribution and logistics.
• Collaborate with external partners, including logistics providers and vendors, to optimize distribution processes.
• Perform other duties as needed. 

What you have:

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field or equivalent education and/or experience.   

• 10+ years’ relevant experience or equivalent education and/or experience.   

• 5+ years of management experience. 

• Solid understanding of broader organization context and goals. 

• Ability to delegate work effectively to team members; ensuring tasks are completed without micromanaging. 

• Excellent communication, problem solving, and organizational skills. 

• Ability to multitask, prioritize, delegate, and manage time effectively. 

• High level of integrity and discretion in handling sensitive and confidential data. 

• Proficiency in using Microsoft Office Suite products. 
• High degree of professionalism, judgment, maturity, and resourcefulness in the absence of formalized guidelines and procedures. 
• Focus on and are responsible for their team's productivity and collective impact. 

What you’re good at:

• Working collaboratively as part of a fast-paced team
• Communicating effectively with a wide range of individuals
• Driving optimization and results

Mohawk Industries is a leading global flooring manufacturer that creates products to enhance residential and commercial spaces around the world. Mohawk’s vertically integrated manufacturing and distribution processes provide competitive advantages in the production of carpet, rugs, ceramic tile, laminate, wood, stone and vinyl flooring. Our industry-leading innovation has yielded products and technologies that differentiate our brands in the marketplace and satisfy all remodeling and new construction requirements. Our brands are among the most recognized in the industry and include American Olean, Daltile, Durkan, IVC, Karastan, Marazzi, Mohawk, Mohawk Home, Pergo, and Quick-Step. During the past decade, Mohawk has transformed its business from an American carpet manufacturer into the world’s largest flooring company with operations in Australia, Brazil, Canada, Europe, India, Malaysia, Mexico, New Zealand, Russia and the United States.

Mohawk Industries, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer including disability/veteran committed to an inclusive workplace and a proud Drugs Don’t Work participant.