Manager, Distribution Center Slotting and Space Planning

Preferred Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Logistics, Supply Chain, Industrial Engineering, Business, or a related field. 5+ years of experience in warehouse slotting or inventory control management. Experience with analytical tools: SQL, Advanced Excel, Tableau. Job Summary Manages inventory flow and slotting within the distribution center, ensuring optimal placement and system configuration to support efficient throughput and align with the facility’s overall flow strategy. Collaborates with cross‑functional teams to design and implement flow improvements, identify opportunities for operational enhancements, and drive initiatives that maximize efficiency. Responsibilities Lead the slotting and warehouse flow process with local DC leadership and align with central Flow & Slotting team goals. Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) related to stock rotation, bin saturation, and overall warehouse flow. Drive slotting and flow improvements by trialing and implementing tools, processes, and system enhancements with cross‑functional teams to reduce cost and improve productivity. Utilize standard slotting tools to identify and prioritize slotting opportunities, acting on the highest‑value opportunities to support building productivity and throughput. Partner with safety teams to ensure slotting and flow efforts promote a safe associate environment, including proper equipment segregation, ergonomic placement of high‑volume items, and accessible positioning of heavy products. Monitor warehouse capacity and proactively plan for seasonal inventory and sales demand increases, supporting temporary inventory needs as determined by central inventory planning and purchasing teams. Collaborate with operations and IT teams to identify and execute improvement methods. Analyze inventory data to determine optimal product placements and support overall distribution center efficiency. Manage a group or team of professional individuals and/or indirectly supervise support staff. Nature and Scope Requires professional methods, business principles, and practical experience to achieve planned results through decisions and actions. Manages a group or team of professional individuals and/or indirectly supervises support staff. Work Environment Typically located in a comfortable environment but with regular exposure to factors that may cause noticeable discomfort or a moderate risk of accident or illness, such as temperature extremes, moving machinery, loud noises, and fumes. Requires intermittent periods of continuous physical exertion, including walking, standing, stooping, climbing, lifting, and maneuvering material or equipment that may be heavy (50+ pounds) or awkward. Typically requires overnight travel 5% to 20% of the time. Education and Experience Requires a BS/BA in a related discipline and generally 7+ years of experience in a related field. May require certification. An advanced degree may offset less experience in some disciplines. Eligible in CA, CO, CT, D.C., DE, HI, IL, MA, MD, ME, MN, NJ, NV, NY, OH, RI, VA, VT, WA. Pay Range $101,400.00 – $152,500.00 per year. Benefits Medical (including prescription drug coverage) Dental and vision plans Health Care and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (as applicable) 401(k) with company match Paid Holiday, Vacation, Personal Time, and Wellness Day Paid Sick Time Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance Short and Long‑term Disability Insurance Critical Illness Insurance Accident Insurance Whole Life Insurance Commuter Benefits Tuition Reimbursement Employee Assistance Program Adoption and Surrogacy Assistance Equal Employment Opportunity HD Supply is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status. At HD Supply, we believe that our core purpose is to improve our associates’ lives and equip them with the tools needed to provide exceptional customer experiences every day. #J-18808-Ljbffr HD Supply Management, LLC (USA)