<p>Director of Distribution Center Standards and Performance</p> <p>Champion Performance. Set the Standard. Drive Transformation.</p> <p>Who We're Looking For:</p> <p>You're not here to maintain the status quo - you're here to challenge it. As the Director of Operational Excellence, you'll lead the charge in elevating Ashley's distribution network to new heights of performance, consistency, and innovation. From setting the gold standard in DC operations to driving large-scale change, you're the kind of leader who thrives on measurable impact and lasting results.</p> <p>What You'll Do:</p> <p>Performance Game-Changer</p> <p>Design and deploy network-wide KPIs to keep performance razor-sharp and transparent</p> <p>Own reporting systems that give real-time insight across all DCs - daily, weekly, monthly</p> <p>Dive deep into data to diagnose inefficiencies and spotlight improvement opportunities</p> <p>Keep senior leadership in the know with performance trends and action-ready insights</p> <p>Architect of Standards</p> <p>Build and enforce best-in-class operational standards across all distribution centers</p> <p>Lead the creation and evolution of SOPs that become the playbook for excellence</p> <p>Launch training and audit programs that ensure every team speaks the same operational language</p> <p>Chair the Standards Committee, balancing innovation with consistency</p> <p>Partner with local leaders to tailor standards without compromising network alignment</p> <p>Design change management strategies that actually stick</p> <p>Strategic Force Multiplier</p> <p>Lead a cross-functional team laser-focused on network optimization</p> <p>Launch initiatives that drive cost savings, service improvement, and operational efficiency</p> <p>Partner with IT to supercharge operations with smarter tech and better visibility</p> <p>Collaborate with DC leaders to embed best practices across the board</p> <p>Continuous Improvement Catalyst</p> <p>Identify the biggest opportunities for impact - then go after them with precision</p> <p>Conduct root cause analyses that solve problems, not symptoms</p> <p>Implement repeatable processes that boost consistency and scalability</p> <p>Ensure every improvement effort delivers ROI and long-term sustainability</p> <p>Builder of High-Impact Teams</p> <p>Recruit, lead, and develop a powerhouse team of project managers and analysts</p> <p>Be a mentor, coach, and standard-bearer for excellence</p> <p>Drive collaboration across DCs and support teams</p> <p>Hold the team accountable for bold goals and breakthrough results</p> <p>What You Bring:</p> <p>The Basics:</p> <p>Bachelor's in Supply Chain, Business, or related field (Master's a plus)</p> <p>10+ years in distribution operations, with 5+ leading people and projects</p> <p>Proven history of driving operational transformation and measurable performance gains</p> <p>Your Toolkit:</p> <p>Expert in data analysis, visualization, and storytelling through numbers</p> <p>Proficient with WMS, lean tools, and continuous improvement methodologies</p> <p>Bonus points for PMP or other project management certifications</p> <p>Leadership DNA:</p> <p>Big-picture thinker with sharp problem-solving skills</p> <p>Influential communicator who can drive change at all levels</p> <p>Battle-tested in leading cross-functional teams through change and complexity</p> <p>Other Musts:</p> <p>Willing to travel up to 40% to stay close to the action</p> <p>Comfortable working in both warehouse and office environments</p> <p>Who We Are</p> <p>At Ashley, we're more than a business…we're family. As the largest manufacturer of home furnishings in the world, we know what it takes to build incredible furniture and future leaders. We're problem solvers with the grit to persevere during challenging times and innovators who won't coast when times are good. We create solutions, not excuses. And never settle for the status quo. It's the reason we're always searching for better ways to deliver an exceptional customer experience. That's why Ashley Furniture is #1 in our industry.</p> <p>Ready to grow? You've come to the right place. Ashley Furniture has a "Growth Mindset", and once you join our team, you'll learn from the best in the business.</p> <p>Apply today and find your home at Ashley!</p> <p>Compensation: Annual Salary = $140,000 - $200,000. Individual compensation packages are based on various factors unique to each candidate, including skill set, experience, qualifications, and other job-related factors.</p> <p>Profit sharing is available to eligible employees; this discretionary program is dependent on the profitability of the company.</p> <p>Benefits: When you join our family, you are eligible to participate in our comprehensive benefits programs, which include Health, Dental, Vision, Life/Disability, Flexible Spending Accounts, 401(k), Paid Holidays, 80 hours paid vacation, and 40 hours of California Paid Sick Leave. Benefits may vary based on position and location, so we encourage you to speak with the recruiting team during the interview process.</p> <p>Our Core Values</p> <p>Honesty & Integrity</p> <ul> <li>Without hesitation, uses candor and is direct in communication </li><li>Is tough-minded in working in and meeting the demands of reality </li><li>Always tells the truth and follows through on commitments </li></ul> <p>Passion, Drive, Discipline</p> <ul> <li>Enjoys working hard and pursues work with energy, drive, and willpower to finish </li><li>Is disciplined in developing consistency into work processes </li><li>Is focused and relentless in achieving goals </li></ul> <p>Continuous Improvement/Operational Excellence</p> <ul> <li>Fights to take costs and waste out of the system </li><li>Seeks to understand "why" something works the way it does, and through study and improvement determines how to better all processes and systems </li><li>Strives for more in all areas of work by developing measurements, setting goals, and then working on ways to exceed goals through problem-solving methods that look beyond the obvious </li></ul> <p>Dirty Fingernail</p> <ul> <li>Does not rely on reports to run the business, but rather goes to the work that is being done and sees if the work is being done right for him/herself </li><li>Has an insatiable curiosity and takes a "Go and See" approach to understand the current state of the business and the competitive realities </li><li>Takes a hands-on approach to tackle problems and demonstrates critical thinking through use of effective questioning…asking the 5 "Whys" </li></ul> <p>Growth Focused</p> <ul> <li>Understands the customer's needs and wants, then challenges current ways of doing business that inhibits growth and organizes work to meet those needs </li><li>Is competitive by studying the competition and is aggressive in looking for ways to beat them </li><li>Strives to be the BEST by improving the quality of processes, reducing costs, doing more business, being profitable, and growing the business </li></ul> <p>To learn more about Ashley Furniture, our community engagement programs, environmental stewardship, and our core values, please visit our Corporate Social Responsibility information page:</p> <p>Corporate Social Responsibility</p> <p>We are an equal opportunity employer and provide a drug-free working environment. While Ashley appreciates the interest of all candidates, only those meeting specific position requirements may be contacted. Principals Only.</p>