Director of Distribution Centers

Company Description:

Crown Equipment Corporation is a leading innovator in world-class forklift and material handling equipment and technology. As one of the world’s largest lift truck manufacturers, we are committed to providing the customer with the safest, most efficient and ergonomic lift truck possible to lower their total cost of ownership.

Job Posting

Job Duties
Global Distribution Center Operations

• Provide leadership, policies, best practices, strategies, and common KPIs for all global Distribution Centers.
• Offer expertise, guidance, and support to DC leaders.
• Ensure seamless operations and alignment with company objectives across the global DC network.

On-Going Improvement/System Management

• Promote continuous improvements in layouts, workflows, and warehouse space utilization to enhance operational efficiency.
• Develop and enforce policies and procedures to ensure the safety and security of goods and materials.
• Leverage Warehouse Management Systems (WMS) and Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems to track and analyze processes and performance.
• Establish and maintain robust safety policies and procedures to comply with regulatory standards.

Strategic Plan Development

• Develop and align a unified vision, strategy, and plans for global DCs, incorporating safety, capacity, and improvement goals.
• Conduct analyses of DC scenarios to support strategic decision-making.
• Recommend and support new plant expansions and major rearrangements aligned with 5–10-year volume planning.
• Collaborate with plants, departments, and executives to implement strategic plans.

Employee Development

• Create and revise job descriptions, conduct talent development discussions, evaluate performance, set goals, and complete annual wage reviews.
• Coach, mentor, and develop direct reports to take on additional responsibilities.
• Assist in recruiting, hiring, and resolving complex personnel situations.

Minimum Qualifications

• 16+ years related experience
• Bachelor’s degree (Technical or Business)
• Extensive travel (over 20%)
• Extensive overnight stays (over 20%)
• Valid Passport

Preferred Qualifications

• At least 5 years of corporate level experience dealing with MFG/Service parts distribution, and at least 5 years of company experience.
• Strong managerial, communications and interpersonal skills.

Work Authorization:

Crown will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States. This is not a position for which sponsorship will be provided. Individuals with temporary visas or who need sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future, are not eligible for hire.

No agency calls please.

Compensation and Benefits:

Crown offers an excellent wage and benefits package for full-time employees including Health/Dental/Vision/Prescription Drug Plan, Flexible Benefits Plan, 401K Retirement Savings Plan, Life and Disability Benefits, Paid Parental Leave, Paid Holidays, Paid Vacation, Tuition Reimbursement, and much more.

EOE Veterans/Disabilities