You are a strategic and hands‑on leader with deep expertise in distribution center operations and maintenance. You bring a solid track record of building high-performing teams, implementing scalable systems, and driving operational excellence. You thrive in dynamic environments and are passionate about continuous improvement, cross‑functional collaboration, and delivering results. Distribution Center Operations Develop, maintain, and adjust DC strategy, prioritization, and budget planning to ensure effective execution. Communicate long-term plans across departments, assessing impacts on campus-wide staffing and budgets. Define operating models, shift structures, and resource strategies that align with current and future business needs. Lead change management initiatives to optimize processes/flows and ensure SLA adherence. Serve as primary decision‑maker for all projects, long-term planning, and budget compliance. Lead, coach, and develop the leadership team through performance evaluations, career development opportunities, succession planning and tailored assignments. Establish, monitor, and communicate key performance indicators (KPIs), leading regular business reviews with senior leadership and cross‑functional partners. Champion high‑impact continuous improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency and reduce costs. Director – NA to implement strategies focused on team development and engagement to help building an inclusive culture within the DCs. Promote a proactive Health & Safety culture by ensuring safe working practices, regulatory compliance, and risk management across the DCs. Direct oversight of third‑party logistics providers, ensuring contractual compliance, KPI achievement, budget alignment, operational excellence, and alignment with company objectives. Partner with Procurement, Legal, and Supply Chain leadership to negotiate, manage, and optimize 3PL contracts, rates, service agreements, and operational scopes.



Own distribution center operating budget and financial performance, including labor, transportation, occupancy, maintenance, supplies, and capital expenditures. Develop and maintain business continuity, disaster recovery, and contingency plans to ensure uninterrupted supply chain operations. Oversee existing leases for multiple buildings and liaise with Landlord’s management team around all things that impact the facility and or grounds. Oversee facilities operations including repair, maintenance, and installation of equipment to ensure continuous operations. Oversee all janitorial functions within the facility, offices and grounds maintenance. Ensure compliance with safety, environmental, and regulatory standards. Monitor performance metrics and drive continuous improvement initiatives. Minimum 7‑10 years of progressive leadership experience in distribution, logistics, or maintenance operations. Bachelor’s degree in industrial engineering, Distribution Management, Supply Chain/Logistics or related field. Fluency in English and French a must. Excellent project and time management skills. Understanding of building systems, safety regulations, and maintenance software. Strong business acumen and ability to align operations with strategic goals. End‑to‑end understanding of Distribution Operations. Prior experience managing Distribution Center or maintenance operations in a retail environment. Understanding of blueprints, electrical schematics, and other written directions. Understanding of facility electrical, mechanical, pneumatic, and hydraulics. Knowledge of conveyor electrical and mechanical framework with extensive knowledge in PLC/MDR/Accumulation/Inline scales/High‑Speed Sortation systems. Generous Personal and Vacation Days The Company’s policy is not to unlawfully discriminate against any applicant or employee on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age, military status, disability, genetic information or any other consideration made unlawful by applicable federal, state, or local laws.

📌 Director, Distribution Center Operations (Winnipeg)
🏢 Michael Kors
📍 Winnipeg