Regional Director of Operations

If you are unable to complete this application due to a disability, contact this employer to ask for an accommodation or an alternative application process. Regional Director of Operations Regular FT Senior Management Bolingbrook, IL, US Salary Range: $175,000.00 To $220,000.00 Annually S&S ACTIVEWEAR JOIN US AND "CREATE YOUR VISION" ABOUT US S&S Activewear is a leading North American, tech-enabled specialty distributor of imprintable apparel, including t-shirts, fleece, athletic wear, headwear, workwear, scrubs and accessories. We pride ourselves on being the “critical link” that enables our 100+ brand partners such as Adidas, Columbia and Gildan to reach our hyper-fragmented base of customers, comprised of apparel decorators, eRetailers and promotional products distributors that embellish apparel items for diverse end consumer use cases (e.g., everyday wear, concerts, fitness attire, life events, team sports, etc.). At S&S, we differentiate in the market through a customer service focus, strategic product portfolio, world-class distribution infrastructure, a collaborative growth culture and a relentless focus on technology and innovation. Our success has compounded since the Company’s humble beginnings in 1988 as a regional t-shirt distributor to a leading, multi-billion-dollar value-added distribution platform that drives market penetration for our suppliers while enabling the growth, operations and fulfillment for a diverse range of customers across channels and business sizes. We strive to be the apparel distributor of choice while inspiring and fostering growth for customers, employees and suppliers through our core values of service, deep relationships, innovation, continuous improvement and accountability. ABOUT THE ROLE The Regional Director of operations will manage all aspects of the operations of the company’s distribution centers in the assigned region including but not limited to personnel, process, adherence to company policy, safety, adherence to regulatory policy, quality, staffing, strategic planning, and constant improvement. Provide insight and expertise guiding annual expense budget and manpower requirements to DC managers. All S&S Activewear employees must adhere to the guidelines presented in the S&S Activewear Employee Handbook. COMPENSATION & SCHEDULE Salaried: $175k- $220k (based on experience) plus bonus eligibility. Monday - Friday (w/ some Saturdays depending on business needs) Full-time, exempt. Remote - w/ frequent travel to Distribution Sites (50%). BENEFITS We offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your life, health, and future. Benefits begin 0–90 days after hire and include Vacation, Personal, and Sick time; Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, and Disability coverage; Flexible Spending Accounts; and a 401(k) plan. You’ll also enjoy discounts on brand‑name apparel, fun employee events, and meaningful opportunities for growth and advancement. Join a company that invests in you from day one. WHAT YOU WILL DO Take an active role in managing the day-to-day operations of managers and teams, identifying opportunities for improvement. Act as a catalyst for change while standardizing KPI’s, training and leadership procedures, and performing assessments of productivity. Facilitate communication of goals and changes between upper management and warehouse staff, working cross-functionally with other internal teams. Build structure for internal programs through team management including budget, workflow, scheduling, reporting, and more. Improve operational overhead through cost‑saving initiatives, inventory control, and streamlining warehouse operations and administrative processes. Manage the company’s overall shipping, receiving, cycle counting, and warehouse maintenance functions. Strategically manage warehouse in compliance with company’s policies and vision. Responsible for overseeing OSHA and safety compliance. Accountable for budget and P&L of the Warehouse Division. Assist your DC managers to maintain effective, positive employee relations in the facility to enable the company to attract and motivate highly qualified hourly and salaried employees. Assist DC managers develop and maintain a work environment which promotes employee inclusion, recognition, and defective communication. Develop operating strategies to manage future growth, improve quality and reduce operating cost. Measure and analyze performance statistics for the purpose of setting goals and maintaining or exceeding standards, and continuous improvement efforts. Identify problem areas and work with DC managers and their teams to provide solutions that will continue to raise performance level. Promote open, honest communications between departments and across functions within the distribution centers as well as with internal customers and those outside the distribution centers. Audit, evaluate and negotiate operational expenses to ensure accuracy, efficiency, and consistency. Interface with other departments to increase efficiencies and foster teamwork. WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR Bachelor’s degree from four-year college or university in Business/Logistics/Supply Chain or other related. 10+ years of prior warehouse experience. 7+ years of leadership and team management experience. Deep understanding of standard technical systems including WMS and ERP systems. Extremely organized and detail oriented. Experience in continuous improvement tools/methodologies to drive customer fulfillment, quality, efficiency, and safety. A “roll‑up” your sleeves leader with the ability to collaborate, interact and communicate at all levels of the organization. Excellent team‑building and coaching skills. Strong values and a bias for action in decision‑making. Ability to act with integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality. Proficient in MS Office Suite. Proven track record of being an effective leader in a fast‑paced, high‑volume organization. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Must have knowledge of OSHA regulations and safety compliance requirements. PHYSICAL DEMANDS The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. WORKING ENVIRONMENT This job operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable people with disabilities to perform the essential functions. EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER S&S Activewear welcomes people of all backgrounds and experiences and are committed to creating a diverse culture and supporting human growth. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing equal opportunity for all employees and applicants. We conduct business without regard to sex, race, creed, color, religion, marital status, national origin, citizenship status, age, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, disability, military status, status as a veteran, or any other protected characteristic. Our policy is to recruit, hire, train, promote, assign, transfer, and terminate employees based on their own ability, achievement, experience and conduct and other legitimate business reasons. S&S participates in E‑Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I‑9 information to confirm you are authorized to work in the U.S. This job offer is contingent upon the completion of a satisfactory background check. #J-18808-Ljbffr