ASST DIR, DIVISIONAL OPERATIONS - DISTRIBUTION

Company: --- Elijah House Foundation
Location: New York
Posted on: June 2, 2025

Job Description:

Work Where You Matter

At Dollar General, our mission is Serving Others! We value each and every one of our employees. Whether you are looking to launch a new career in one of our many convenient Store locations, Distribution Centers, Store Support Center or with our Private Fleet Team, we are proud to provide a wide range of career opportunities. We are not just a retail company; we are a company that values the unique strengths and perspectives that each individual brings. Your difference truly makes a difference at Dollar General. How would you like to Serve? Join the Dollar General Journey and see how your career can thrive.
Company Overview

Dollar General Corporation has been delivering value to shoppers for more than 80 years. Dollar General helps shoppers Save time. Save money. Every day. by offering products that are frequently used and replenished, such as food, snacks, health and beauty aids, cleaning supplies, basic apparel, housewares and seasonal items at everyday low prices in convenient neighborhood locations. Learn more about Dollar General at .
Job Details

GENERAL SUMMARY:Identifies, collects, organizes, and analyzes information to resolve operational and employee gaps. Develops measurement systems that identify areas for improvement. Leads management team in developing action plans for operational improvement in traditional and fresh distribution centers. Assists in creating a strong work team and helps resolve employee relations issuesDUTIES and ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Works with Continuous Improvement team as Project Manager for all divisional standardization efforts, partnering with DC Manager for site specific needs and reporting out on progress against plan. 35%
• Supports assigned divisional DCs in creation of planning materials for implementation of standardized tasks. 20%
• Manages long-term success of process implementation by conducting site audits, validating DC is on-process in all areas of inspection. 5%
• Conducts analysis of reports relating to sales, volume, payroll, employee turnover, monthly operational and capital expense budgets; prepares reports to communicate operational performance and overall performance of the distribution center. 5%
• Guides distribution center management team in developing action plans for conducting internal analysis and identification of operational gaps. 5%
• Partners with exempt and non-exempt team to identify root causes for gaps using feedback from employee discussions and analyses of historical and future planning data reports. 5%
• Identifies and communicates changing trends as identified through analysis; partners with team to develop a work environment that understands and responds to the need for change. 5%
• Sets and monitors distribution center performance goals. 5%
• Ability to monitor multiple distribution centers budgets within division on a monthly basis and provides expense rationale; assists DC Director in developing annual budget. 5%
• Works with Human Resources to determine appropriate methods to solve employee relations issues; demonstrates effective use of Dollar General policies and procedures. 5%
• Creates a strong distribution center work team by leading the process to eliminate operational barriers. 5%
  Qualifications
  
  KNOWLEDGE and SKILLS:
  • Strong analytical and math skills; strong attention to detail.
  • Knowledge of specific individual operations within the distribution center.
  • Planning and forecasting skills.
  • Ability to communicate effectively in order to write operational and overall performance reports as well as coordination with corporate offices and retail stores.
  • Understanding of human resource practices, OSHA, FDA and other regulatory agencies.
  • Ability to effectively monitor and develop team members to ensure smooth operation of the distribution center.
  • Proficiency in Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook; experienced with general software applications; familiarity with Warehouse Management System functionality.
  • Demonstrates capacity for future growth.
  • Ability to work within a cross functional team as division operations representativeWORK EXPERIENCE and/or EDUCATION:
    • Ten years' experience in distribution, logistics, and management.
    • College degree preferredWORKING CONDITIONS and PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
      • Must be able to move around the distribution center for observation and to identify areas that require change.
      • On-call during evening and weekend hours.
      • Able to travel 50% of the yearDollar General Corporation is an equal opportunity employer.
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