Director of Warehousing

Warehouse Network Leader Clemens Food Group needs a dynamic leader to drive a significant cultural and operational shift across our warehouse network. This hire is critical to setting new standards and reigniting engagement throughout our teams in a high growth environment by improving service levels and customer experience, leading accelerated supervisor development, and unlocking potential in our existing WMS technology. Location: Coldwater, MI First Shift (Approx. 7:30 am5 pm) Onsite caf, company store, onsite gym, onsite doctor's office, benefits start date of hire. Your First 6 Months Critical Objectives: Quickly assess our three-warehouse operation, set clear performance baselines, and develop standardized procedures across all facilities. Lead a cultural shiftenergizing the supervisory ranks, driving accountability, and clearly communicating objectives. Enhance WMS utilization, streamlining processes for better performance, transparency, and user adoption. Initiate and deliver impactful Continuous Improvement projects, leveraging methodologies like Lean or Six Sigma to drive quick, measurable wins. Who You Are: A hands-on leader experienced with warehouse management systems like Blue Yonder (JDA/Red Prairie) or similar platforms at an advanced user level (Labor Management System experience preferred). Skilled in Continuous Improvement practices (Lean, Six Sigma methodologies) with a demonstrated ability to implement practical solutions under pressure. An experienced distribution leader ideally from environments like food manufacturing, cold storage, 3PL, or high-volume distribution centers. A "DI" style leaderdirect and influential, with proven ability to motivate, set clear expectations, and enhance team accountability. Key Metrics Defining Your Success: Significant improvements in Safety (SSI) Step change in labor efficiency Improved On-Time Shipping & Delivery Enhanced Inventory Accuracy & Reduced Waste Career Development and Culture: At Clemens, autonomy and ownership define your role. You'll have a real seat at the leadership table to shape operations and strategy. We support growth with leadership development programs, cross-functional mobility, and mentorship. Our collaborative culture encourages open feedback, innovation, and direct involvement in strategic initiatives. Must-Haves: A bachelor's degree is preferred; extensive operational and continuous improvement experience will be considered. Minimum 10 years' relevant leadership experience, with a proven ability to manage multiple direct reports and complex warehousing operations. Demonstrated problem-solving ability in a dynamic, high-change environment. If you're ready to lead impactful change and set a new standard of excellence in warehousing, we'd love to talk.

Created: 2026-03-10