Director, Logistics & Distribution

Director, Logistics & distribution Tyco Fire Suppression & Building ProductsDo you know that in thousands of facilities worldwide, risk control managers and fire protection engineers place their trust in Tyco Fire & Building Products to help safeguard their physical assets and employees? That’s because Tyco is the world’s leading manufacturer of water-based fire suppression systems, producing more than 30 million sprinklers every year. Tyco Fire & Building Products is also a world leader in mechanical application for HVAC, plumbing and waterworks markets. More than 3,000 Tyco Fire Suppression & Building Products employees are focused on the design, manufacture and support of fire protection and mechanical systems worldwide. We believe in fostering a business culture in which every employee counts and contributes daily to increasing shareholder value.  We furnish our employees the support and tools needed to fulfill their personal goals, while also advancing the business objectives of the company. By leveraging the diversity of our employees, global locations and solutions, we are the preferred supplier of fire suppression systems, support fixings and building products on a global level.  This opportunity is located in Lansdale, PA. What we are seeking: DIRECTOR, LOGISTICS & DISTRIBUTION The Director will lead continuous improvement initiatives by building and maintaining the traffic organization infrastructure, developing and delivering best practices, and optimizing the complex distribution networkThis role is responsible for directing and optimizing the operations of multi-site distribution facilities and will have a demonstrated performance history in regional distribution and operational processes focused on world-class customer service  â€¢  Will develop leadership, ensuring a pipeline of future leaders is created within the organization; and  will work through the managers and supervisors to ensure that our associates are informed, engaged and able to deliver excellent results to our customers and to the business. You are:· A results-oriented leader with a record of improving profitability and building successful teams through change management and innovative strategies; who can inspire a multi-location team of people and good process managers to analyze results and identify ways to improve processes and procedures· Successful in your career for delivering on time, developing and implementing key service metrics· A positive and effective leader in communications and above all, people-skills; one who promotes teamwork and develops supervisors In addition, qualified candidates will have: · 10-15 years experience with in-depth knowledge of distribution and logistics in a multi-site environment; including exposure/experience with Lean Six Sigma · Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt · Bachelor’s Degree • MBA/Masters Degree· Exposure with the manufacturing process (from supplier to customer) is preferred· A driver of business requirements and capable of coordinating the design, build, and implementation of quality business solutions on time and to budget· Demonstrated team builder and leader, capable of keeping a team highly utilized while managing metrics, margins, costs and revenue· Must be action oriented and demonstrate energy for things seen as challenging· Ability to prepare and analyze budget and cost data, determine trends, and apply corrective actions to achieve desired financial goals · Excellent written and verbal communication skills for internal and external customer contact · Must have strong analytical skills to determine root cause analysis and resolve operational failures and set corrective action/course· Ability to travel frequently; as needed to drive change· Bi-lingual (English/Spanish) is a plus! What you get in return:A great team environment and excellent benefits including: Competitive salary plus annual incentive plan and a benefits package including health, dental, vacation, 11 holidays, Short Term Disability, Long Term Disability, and life insurance along with a 401k PLAN, Tyco Stock Purchase Plan, and tuition assistance. Tyco Fire Suppression & Building Products offers a competitive salary package in addition to a comprehensive benefits package including a 401(k) with company match. If you are a highly motivated, customer-focused individual and desire to add your distinctive talents to a winning team, we look forward to hearing from you! Tyco Fire Suppression & Building Products offers a competitive salary package in addition to a comprehensive benefits package including a 401(k) with company match. For confidential consideration please apply on-line thru this site to Jack Greenblott. EEO/M-F/V/AA/ADA           Click here to see all "Tyco Safety Products" opportunities Visit our web site to learn more about Tyco Safety Products EMAIL THIS JOB TO A FRIEND