Job Description

You may know McCormick as a leader in herbs, spices, seasonings, and condiments – and we’re only getting started. At McCormick, we’re always looking for new people to bring their unique flavor to our team.

McCormick employees – all 14,000 of us across the world – are what makes this company a great place to work.

We are looking to hire an Distribution Center Manager II immediately in a full time on-site role at our Regional Distribution Center in Byhalia, Mississippi.

What We Bring To The Table:

The best people deserve the best rewards. In addition to the benefits you’d expect from a global leader (401k, health insurance, paid time off, etc.) we also offer:

• Competitive compensation

• Career growth opportunities

• Flexibility and Support for Diverse Life Stages and Choices

• We prioritize our communities and the planet we share. We are proud to be awarded as a Diversity Inc. Top 50 company for Diversity and have multiple Sustainability awards (ranking #22 in the World and #1 in Food Products)

• Wellbeing programs including Physical, Mental and Financial wellness

• Tuition assistance

Position Overview

The primary purpose of this role is to oversee the North American Distribution network including: Budget Mgmt., Performance Mgmt. – with specific focus on Safety and Quality, 3PL Mgmt., development and implementation of on-going productivity programs. In addition, the position will ensure the distribution organization is integrated with appropriate development and succession plans. This extends to 3PL providers be insuring they are integrated into the McCormick operating Philosophies. In conjunction with the North American Logistics Director, assists with strategy and program development to achieve “Best in Class” in the above categories and by delivering cost optimization, risk mgmt., process standardization, people development and motivation and meeting annual Corporate objectives.

Key Responsibilities

Key Responsibilities

Description

% of Time Spent

30%

20%

20%

10%

• Assures compliance of all DC’s operations with organizational policies and procedures and national, regional and local regulations (Audit Ready). Assures a safe working environment ensuring that all employees understand their role and commitment to the safe operation of the facility.

10%

Required Qualifications

Required Qualifications

Qualifications

Description

Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Logistics, Operations, Transportation, Supply Chain or Procurement.

Certification and/or Licenses

6+ year’s experience in a Logistics/Supply Chain environment with appropriate business and leadership experience. 6 additional years of experience in lieu of degree. 2 + years project management, execution of or participation in large, multiple or cross-functional projects. Knowledge of North American Logistics industry and networks. Proven experience and success in leading teams, good collaboration skills and ability to support organizational change, negotiate and influence. Experience managing 3rd parties. Ability to design supply chain metrics to drive performance and appropriate corrective actions. Regulatory requirement /quality assurance, customer requirements, financial control, asset utilization, operations control, sustainability, environmental health & safety, leadership and human resource management. Responsible for management decisions and activities. Supervises the work of all exempt employees both managers and independent contributors in all departments. Has full responsibilities including hiring, firing, performance appraisals, and pay reviews. Able to successfully prioritize when faced with requests, demands, and deadlines of warehousing and logistics to meet customer demands.

Must identify and understand personal values of superiors, subordinates, peers, and others. Prepares thoroughly for negotiations. Influencing, negotiating, building relationships, and communication skills. Handles confrontations with tact and diplomacy. Daily interaction with senior management, internal and external customers. Weekly tactical and strategic planning sessions with other McCormick senior management. Monthly strategic planning sessions with other McCormick Logistics & Distribution leadership.

Strategic Leadership- Demonstrated leadership capabilities is required. Professional- Ability to adapt and make decisions in a fast-paced environment. Technical-Working knowledge of Logistics software and SAP within the Consumer Goods/Food Manufacturing environment.

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McCormick & Company is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

As a general policy, McCormick does not offer employment visa sponsorships upon hire or in the future.

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