Director Distribution Center

Advanced Drainage Systems is a leading manufacturer of stormwater and onsite septic wastewater solutions, committed to sustainability and innovation. With a vast manufacturing and distribution network, we deliver high-quality products across multiple industries while recycling over half a billion pounds of plastic annually. At ADS, we foster a culture where diverse perspectives drive better ideas, ensuring every employee feels valued, heard, and empowered to make an impact.

The Director of Distribution Centers oversees the operations of all distribution centers and retail warehouses nationwide. These facilities are strategically located across the United States to serve our customers through delivery or pickup. Deliveries at ADS are made using private fleet or through a 3PL solution.  

The Director is responsible for developing team culture and successfully leading operations by practicing ADS Core Values. This role requires effective and professional communication across all functional departments of the organization, including but not limited to Executives, Sales, Finance, IT, Transportation, Human Resources, and outside suppliers. The Director must always represent the best interests of the company. All interpersonal communications, business decisions, and actions should support the goals and directives set by the executive management team.

Primary Job Responsibilities:

The responsibilities of this position include, but are not limited to:

• Ensure a safe work environment for all employees and maintain a safe working record
• Lead and institute continuous improvement programs for all locations
• Ensure excellent customer service through professional fleet operation, customer relations and proper inventory
• Preparation of annual operating budgets for each operation in the network. Meet or exceed budget requirements
• Communicate with cross functional partners in the DC network, planning, transportation, and procurement in order to promote teamwork and consistency in achieving goals
• Maintain and build job skills through company and outside training programs
• Oversee various operational programs and ensure business unit compliance
• Identify efficiency improvements
• Ensure development of DC Regional Managers and where applicable, DC Managers. Develop bench-strength and succession planning in the network. 
• Make decisions, provide recommendations and ensure that the operation is functioning effectively and profitably
• Communicate timely and effectively with VP of Logistics with regards to performance and operations
• Identify opportunities with Procurement to reduce costs in the Allied products supply chain
• Understand and practice ADS CORE VALUES

Job Skills:

This position should possess the following skills/knowledge:

• Excellent leadership skills
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Ability to communicate at different levels within the organization
• Understanding of logistics, transportation and supply chain

Educational Requirements:

• 4-year Business or Supply Chain degree preferred

Preferred Experience:

• 5-7 years progressive responsibility with a previous employer
• Similar job experience

Preferred Technical Skills:

• Microsoft Office Suite of products 
• Familiarity Oracle/SAP or other ERP systems 
• Familiarity with Business Intelligence or Data Warehousing Concepts

Physical Requirements:

• The employee will be required to travel to various facilities within the country and has to be able to travel 25% of the time, during routine business and as needed for critical support.

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Health & Welfare Benefits: Medical and prescription drug plans, telemedicine (with medical plan), dental and vision plans, virtual physical therapy*, an employee assistance program (EAP)*, and voluntary accident, critical illness, and hospital indemnification programs.

Financial Benefits: Retirement 401k program with company match, an employee stock purchase plan (voluntary), financial wellness planning*, paid parental leave*, flexible spending accounts (FSA) for child care and health care, short-term and long-term disability*, basic life insurance, accidental death and dismemberment (AD&D)*, adoption financial reimbursement*, tuition reimbursement*, voluntary life insurance (for employees, spouses, and children), and voluntary identity theft and fraud protection.

*100% paid by ADS.

Growth Opportunities & Global Presence: With a global network of approximately 70 manufacturing plants and 40 distribution centers, ADS offers extensive opportunities for career growth and development in various locations around the world.

Inclusive and Creative Work Culture: ADS fosters a culture of passion, innovation, and continuous improvement, empowering employees to shape industry-leading solutions. We value diverse perspectives, recognizing that they drive better ideas, processes, and performance. Our workplace is built on respect, inclusivity, and shared responsibility, ensuring every team member feels valued and contributes to our collective success.

Innovative & Sustainability Focused: Advanced Drainage Systems is one of the largest plastic recyclers in North America, ensuring over half a billion pounds of plastic is kept out of landfills every year.

Learn More: https://www.adspipe.com/about-us

ADS supports an inclusive workplace that values diversity of thought, experience, and background. We celebrate the power of our differences to create better solutions for our customers by ensuring employees can be their authentic selves each day. ADS is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, pregnancy, veteran status, marital status, creed, status with regard to public assistance, genetic status or any other status protected by federal, state or local law.