Director of Distribution
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About Quench

Quench is on a mission to positively impact people's lives and the environment by combating the consumption of 500 million plastic bottles annually. We champion this cause through our on-demand, filtered water solutions, providing bottle-free water coolers, ice machines, sparkling water dispensers, and coffee brewers to over 120,000 eco-conscious customers across North America. By leveraging existing water supplies and offering an endless stream of purified beverages, Quench delivers clean water through a long-term rental and service subscription model. Since going public on the NYSE in 2016 and later joining the Culligan family, Quench has grown into the industry leader with over 1,200 employees, operating from more than 90 locations. Our distribution hubs are strategically located in Audubon, PA; Grapevine, TX; and Las Vegas, NV. For more information, visit www.quenchwater.com.

About Culligan

Established in 1936, Culligan is a global leader in advanced water filtration and treatment, making a tangible difference in health and wellness worldwide. With a vast dealer network of over 900 franchises across 90 countries, Culligan provides water you love solutions ranging from water softeners to drinking water systems for homes and businesses. Many Culligan dealers have a rich legacy as multi-generational, family-owned enterprises. Discover more at www.culligan.com.

Core Values: The 5 Cs

Culligan as One

Customers First

Commitment to Innovation

Courage to Do What's Right

Consistently Deliver Exceptional Results

The Role

We are looking for a results-driven Director of Distribution to lead, streamline, and manage our Distribution Centers. In this role, you will champion a right part, right place, right time philosophy to ensure our supply chain is optimized, cost-efficient, and customer focused. This pivotal position will drive strategic improvements across our distribution operations, directly enhancing our service delivery of bottle-less water coolers, ice machines, sparkling water dispensers, and coffee brewers.

Key Responsibilities

Leadership & Team Management: Guide, motivate, and develop the distribution team, setting and tracking performance goals.

Strategic Planning: Design and execute distribution strategies aligned with corporate goals, emphasizing efficiency and service excellence.

Process Optimization: Identify and implement initiatives to reduce costs, improve efficiency, and elevate service quality across the network.

Vendor Relations: Manage and strengthen partnerships with third-party logistics providers.

Budget Oversight: Develop, manage, and optimize the distribution budget, ensuring fiscal responsibility.

Compliance & Regulations: Ensure adherence to warehousing, transportation, and distribution regulatory standards.

Data-Driven Decision Making: Utilize analytics to track performance metrics, forecast demand, and drive continuous improvement.

Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with other departments to align goals and foster a customer-centric approach.

Continuous Improvement: Promote Lean principles such as 5S, Daily Management, and Kanban to drive operational excellence.

Change Management: Act as a change agent, implementing best practices to transform supply chain operations.

Qualifications

Education: Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, or a related field (Master's preferred).

Experience: 10+ years with 5+ years in leadership experience

Lean Knowledge: Familiarity with Lean practices like 5S, Kaizen, Value Stream Mapping, and Kanban.

Skills: Strong analytical, leadership, and communication skills; proficiency in MS Word, Excel, and Outlook; experience with WMS and TMS logistics software.

Certifications: Certified Supply Chain Professional (CSCP) or Certified in Logistics, Transportation, and Distribution (CLTD).

Physical Requirements: Ability to lift boxes up to 40 lbs, perform tasks using ladders, and handle tools as needed.

Attributes: Energetic, reliable, goal-oriented, and a strategic problem solver with a proactive approach to managing ambiguity.

Why Join Us?

If you are passionate about optimizing distribution operations and thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced environment, we want to hear from you. Apply today to become part of a team committed to making a difference for our employees, customers and the planet.