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[Hybrid onsite and remote work based near one of the following warehouse locations: Salt Lake City UT, Dallas TX, Warren OH, Knoxville TN, or Jacksonville FL]
The Senior Director, Warehouse Operations leads HemaSource's five-distribution-center network and is accountable for safety, service, quality, regulatory compliance, productivity and cost across all warehouse operations. Reporting to the SVP of Logistics Operations, the role leads the DC Directors, sets common operating standards, and drives continuous improvement using Lean, Six Sigma and Theory of Constraints methods.
The Senior Director is a key member of the Logistics Operations leadership team, working alongside Transportation, Customer Support and Quality to run an integrated network. The role builds leadership depth and succession across the DCs, and leads major implementations such as new product lines, customer onboarding, and WMS and automation projects.
Key Areas of Focus
- Lot and expiry management: lead FEFO and lot-level control across a regulated, multi-site healthcare network
- Inventory excellence: sustain a high standard of inventory accuracy as the network and product range grow
- Network design and space management: shape slotting, pick-zone design and capacity planning to support growth and new product lines
- Customer and 3PL partnerships: deliver the service levels behind HemaSource's 3PL and key customer programs, with clear reporting by DC
- Data-driven operations: use WMS data to set and advance DC- and associate-level productivity standards
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Leadership and talent (approx. 25%)
- Lead, coach and hold accountable the five DC Directors; set clear goals and run regular performance reviews
- Build leadership depth at each DC; own the network succession plan
- Shape an accountable, engaged, safety-first culture; retain and develop talent and strengthen associate relations with Human Resources
Network performance (approx. 25%)
- Own network KPIs for safety, service, order accuracy, quality, productivity, inventory accuracy and cost per unit
- Set annual improvement targets with each DC Director and deliver measurable year-over-year gains in productivity, cost per unit, accuracy and service
- Run a regular operating review with the DC Directors using a standard DC scorecard
- Develop annual operating and capital budgets for warehouse operations; manage labor, overtime and expense to plan
- Lead capacity, staffing and labor planning across the network
Continuous improvement and standards (approx. 20%)
- Set standard work, layouts and process standards across the five DCs and spread best practice from the strongest sites
- Lead improvement using Lean, Six Sigma and Theory of Constraints; build improvement capability inside each DC
- Use root-cause analysis and corrective and preventive action (CAPA) to drive lasting improvement in service and quality
Regulatory compliance and quality (approx. 15%)
HemaSource's Quality team sets and oversees the compliance program. The Senior Director partners closely with Quality and is accountable for every DC executing those requirements day to day and staying inspection-ready.
- Ensure compliance with FDA, DSCSA, OSHA, DOT, and state and local requirements
- Ensure temperature-controlled and cold-chain storage and handling meet product and customer requirements
- Maintain continuous inspection and audit readiness with Quality
Projects, systems and cross-functional partnership (approx. 15%)
- Lead network projects: new product lines and kitting operations, new customer onboarding, facility changes, WMS, labor-management and automation
- Partner with Transportation, Procurement, Customer Service, Quality, Finance and IT on inbound, inventory and outbound flow
- Resolve escalated customer service issues and represent warehouse operations with key customers
Other duties as assigned.
Required Qualifications
- 12+ years of progressive operations experience in manufacturing or distribution environments
- 7+ years leading distribution center or warehouse operations, including 5+ years leading managers or site directors
- Experience leading operations across multiple sites, directly or through site leaders
- Proven results with process improvement methods (Lean, Six Sigma, Theory of Constraints), with sustained year-over-year gains in productivity, service or cost
- Working knowledge of regulated distribution requirements: FDA, OSHA, DOT, and current good manufacturing or distribution practices
- Operating and capital budget ownership, with strong financial and analytical skills
- Experience with warehouse management systems (WMS) and performance metrics
- Ability to travel up to 40%
Preferred Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Operations, Industrial Engineering, Business or a related field
- Experience in medical device, medical supply, pharmaceutical, blood product or other healthcare distribution
- Lean Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt; ASCM/APICS certification (CPIM or CSCP)
- Temperature-controlled and cold-chain operations experience
- Knowledge of DSCSA and state pharmacy requirements
- Experience with labor-management systems, voice picking or warehouse automation
- Experience launching kitting or value-added services operations
- Experience leading through organizational change and leadership transitions
Working Conditions and Physical Requirements
- Office and warehouse environments, including temperature-controlled storage areas
- Regular time on the warehouse floor: walking, standing, climbing stairs, and occasionally lifting up to 25 pounds
- Required personal protective equipment in warehouse areas
- Overnight travel to all five DCs
[Hybrid onsite and remote work based near one of the following warehouse locations: Salt Lake City UT, Dallas TX, Warren OH, Knoxville TN, or Jacksonville FL]
The Senior Director, Warehouse Operations leads HemaSource's five-distribution-center network and is accountable for safety, service, quality, regulatory compliance, productivity and cost across all warehouse operations. Reporting to the SVP of Logistics Operations, the role leads the DC Directors, sets common operating standards, and drives continuous improvement using Lean, Six Sigma and Theory of Constraints methods.
The Senior Director is a key member of the Logistics Operations leadership team, working alongside Transportation, Customer Support and Quality to run an integrated network. The role builds leadership depth and succession across the DCs, and leads major implementations such as new product lines, customer onboarding, and WMS and automation projects.
Key Areas of Focus
- Lot and expiry management: lead FEFO and lot-level control across a regulated, multi-site healthcare network
- Inventory excellence: sustain a high standard of inventory accuracy as the network and product range grow
- Network design and space management: shape slotting, pick-zone design and capacity planning to support growth and new product lines
- Customer and 3PL partnerships: deliver the service levels behind HemaSource's 3PL and key customer programs, with clear reporting by DC
- Data-driven operations: use WMS data to set and advance DC- and associate-level productivity standards
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Leadership and talent (approx. 25%)
- Lead, coach and hold accountable the five DC Directors; set clear goals and run regular performance reviews
- Build leadership depth at each DC; own the network succession plan
- Shape an accountable, engaged, safety-first culture; retain and develop talent and strengthen associate relations with Human Resources
Network performance (approx. 25%)
- Own network KPIs for safety, service, order accuracy, quality, productivity, inventory accuracy and cost per unit
- Set annual improvement targets with each DC Director and deliver measurable year-over-year gains in productivity, cost per unit, accuracy and service
- Run a regular operating review with the DC Directors using a standard DC scorecard
- Develop annual operating and capital budgets for warehouse operations; manage labor, overtime and expense to plan
- Lead capacity, staffing and labor planning across the network
Continuous improvement and standards (approx. 20%)
- Set standard work, layouts and process standards across the five DCs and spread best practice from the strongest sites
- Lead improvement using Lean, Six Sigma and Theory of Constraints; build improvement capability inside each DC
- Use root-cause analysis and corrective and preventive action (CAPA) to drive lasting improvement in service and quality
Regulatory compliance and quality (approx. 15%)
HemaSource's Quality team sets and oversees the compliance program. The Senior Director partners closely with Quality and is accountable for every DC executing those requirements day to day and staying inspection-ready.
- Ensure compliance with FDA, DSCSA, OSHA, DOT, and state and local requirements
- Ensure temperature-controlled and cold-chain storage and handling meet product and customer requirements
- Maintain continuous inspection and audit readiness with Quality
Projects, systems and cross-functional partnership (approx. 15%)
- Lead network projects: new product lines and kitting operations, new customer onboarding, facility changes, WMS, labor-management and automation
- Partner with Transportation, Procurement, Customer Service, Quality, Finance and IT on inbound, inventory and outbound flow
- Resolve escalated customer service issues and represent warehouse operations with key customers
Other duties as assigned.
Required Qualifications
- 12+ years of progressive operations experience in manufacturing or distribution environments
- 7+ years leading distribution center or warehouse operations, including 5+ years leading managers or site directors
- Experience leading operations across multiple sites, directly or through site leaders
- Proven results with process improvement methods (Lean, Six Sigma, Theory of Constraints), with sustained year-over-year gains in productivity, service or cost
- Working knowledge of regulated distribution requirements: FDA, OSHA, DOT, and current good manufacturing or distribution practices
- Operating and capital budget ownership, with strong financial and analytical skills
- Experience with warehouse management systems (WMS) and performance metrics
- Ability to travel up to 40%
Preferred Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Operations, Industrial Engineering, Business or a related field
- Experience in medical device, medical supply, pharmaceutical, blood product or other healthcare distribution
- Lean Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt; ASCM/APICS certification (CPIM or CSCP)
- Temperature-controlled and cold-chain operations experience
- Knowledge of DSCSA and state pharmacy requirements
- Experience with labor-management systems, voice picking or warehouse automation
- Experience launching kitting or value-added services operations
- Experience leading through organizational change and leadership transitions
Working Conditions and Physical Requirements
- Office and warehouse environments, including temperature-controlled storage areas
- Regular time on the warehouse floor: walking, standing, climbing stairs, and occasionally lifting up to 25 pounds
- Required personal protective equipment in warehouse areas
- Overnight travel to all five DCs
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What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in director of warehouse operations jobs.
- 7 or more years of progressive warehouse or distribution center leadership experience
- Proven experience managing large hourly workforces, often 100 or more employees
- Proficiency with warehouse management systems such as Manhattan Associates, SAP EWM, or Blue Yonder
- Bachelor's degree in supply chain management, logistics, business, or a related field
- OSHA compliance knowledge and demonstrated safety program ownership
- Experience with Lean, Six Sigma, or continuous improvement methodologies
Tips for Your Director of Warehouse Operations Job Search
Quantify throughput and cost reductions
Hiring managers for this role want to see numbers: units processed per shift, shrinkage percentages reduced, labor cost savings achieved. Replace vague claims with specific outcomes tied to your leadership decisions, not team-wide results you inherited.
Highlight multi-site or multi-shift oversight
Many director-level postings require experience managing more than one facility or running 24/7 operations. If you've overseen multiple locations or shifts simultaneously, call that out explicitly in your resume's summary and in each relevant role.
Match your resume to WMS platforms listed
Postings at this level almost always name a specific warehouse management system. If you've used Manhattan Associates, Blue Yonder, or SAP EWM, list each by name in your skills section so your resume clears automated screening before a human reads it.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists director of warehouse operations openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Prepare a turnaround or build-out story
Interviewers at this level typically ask about a facility you improved or stood up from scratch. Prepare one detailed example covering the baseline you inherited, the changes you made, and the measurable outcome, since that narrative comes up in nearly every panel.
Negotiate total compensation, not just base
Offers at the director level often include an annual bonus tied to facility KPIs and sometimes an equity or profit-sharing component. Know your target numbers for each element before the conversation so you can respond to a written offer without a delay.
Director of Warehouse Operations Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most director of warehouse operationss?
Anduril, Canteen, and Vectaur are hiring the most director of warehouse operationss right now, with openings concentrated in Texas, Ohio, and Arizona, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Demand tends to be strongest in regions with dense e-commerce fulfillment and third-party logistics infrastructure.
How many director of warehouse operations jobs are remote?
About 40% of director of warehouse operations openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting the hands-on nature of most facility leadership roles. The sub-areas most likely to offer remote or hybrid flexibility include network design, supply chain strategy, and regional oversight roles where travel substitutes for a fixed on-site presence.
How do you become a director of warehouse operations?
Start in a frontline warehouse role, then move into supervisor and operations manager positions where you gain direct responsibility for staffing, productivity metrics, and safety compliance. Build familiarity with at least one major warehouse management system, pursue a credential such as a Certified Supply Chain Professional designation, and take on progressively larger facilities or multi-shift responsibility before targeting director-level roles.
Can you get a director of warehouse operations job without prior director experience?
Yes, candidates who have managed a large single-site operation at the senior manager level and can demonstrate measurable outcomes in cost reduction, safety, and throughput are regularly considered for first-time director roles. Strengthening your case with a formal supply chain credential and experience leading a capital project or facility expansion helps close the gap without the title.
What does the director of warehouse operations interview process look like?
The process typically starts with a recruiter screen focused on scope of past operations, followed by a panel interview with HR, the VP of Supply Chain, and sometimes a finance partner. Candidates are usually asked to walk through a turnaround or build scenario in detail. A site tour or a case study exercise presenting an operational problem for you to solve on the spot is common at the final round.
Where can I find and apply to director of warehouse operations jobs?
You can find and apply to director of warehouse operations jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search for roles that fit your background, then apply directly to each listing that matches your experience level and target industry.
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