Director, Distribution & Fulfillment

ATALNT LLC

Louisville, KY

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Billing, Budget Management, Capital Budgeting, Coaching, Communication Skills, Continuous Improvement, Cost Control, Cross-Functional, Customer Relations, Customer Support/Service, Distribution Management, Distribution Operations, Financial Operations, Forecasting, IBM AS-400 Server, Inventory Management, Leadership, Lift/Move 50 Pounds, Maintain Compliance, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Word, Operations Planning, Order/Customer Fulfillment, Organizational Skills, Performance Analysis, Performance Metrics, Problem Solving Skills, Process Improvement, Profit & Loss, Project/Program Management, Quality Monitoring, Regulatory Compliance, Safety Compliance, Safety Standards, Sales, Shipping Operations, Strategic Planning, Succession Planning, Supply Chain, Team Lead/Manager, Time Management, Training/Teaching, Warehousing, Willing to Travel
LOCATION
Louisville, KY
POSTED
30+ days ago

Job Title: Director of Distribution & Fulfillment

Job Summary:
We are seeking an experienced Director of Distribution & Fulfillment to oversee end-to-end operations across multiple facilities in the U.S. and Canada. This role is responsible for driving operational efficiency, inventory accuracy, on-time order fulfillment, and overall profitability. The ideal candidate will bring strong leadership, strategic planning, and hands-on experience in high-volume distribution environments.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Lead and manage distribution and fulfillment operations across four facilities
  • Develop and execute strategic plans aligned with company goals
  • Oversee inventory management, forecasting, and order fulfillment processes
  • Drive continuous improvement initiatives to increase efficiency and profitability
  • Establish and monitor KPIs including quality, on-time delivery, and cost control
  • Manage operating and capital budgets for distribution operations
  • Ensure compliance with regulatory and safety standards
  • Build and maintain relationships with key clients, vendors, and stakeholders
  • Partner cross-functionally with Sales, Customer Service, IT, and HR
  • Lead hiring, training, and development of operational teams
  • Provide leadership, coaching, and succession planning for team members
  • Oversee warehouse operations, shipping, invoicing, and container tracking
  • Report on performance metrics, financial results, and operational forecasts


Requirements


  • Bachelor’s degree preferred (or equivalent experience)
  • 7+ years of experience in distribution, fulfillment, or supply chain leadership
  • Experience in high-volume, fast-paced distribution environments
  • Strong financial acumen and ability to manage budgets and analyze performance
  • Proven leadership and team management experience (10–13 direct reports)
  • Strong project management and process improvement skills
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word); AS400 experience is a plus
  • 50%–75% travel required
  • Availability for nights and weekends during peak seasons
  • Ability to lift up to 50 lbs when needed
  • Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills


About the Company

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ATALNT LLC