Director of Operations
Medline Industries, LP
Summary
Medline is seeking a hands-on Director of Operations to lead our Perryville Distribution Center. This highly visible role offers the opportunity to strengthen operational performance, drive safety and quality improvements, and develop a growing leadership team.
Job description
Job Summary
Medline is seeking a hands-on Director of Operations to lead our Perryville Distribution Center. This highly visible role offers the opportunity to strengthen operational performance, drive safety and quality improvements, and develop a growing leadership team.
The ideal candidate is a proactive, adaptable leader who takes initiative, builds accountability and works closely with teams on the warehouse floor. This role requires flexibility to support multiple shifts and work additional hours as business needs demand.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead daily distribution center operations, ensuring timely, accurate order fulfillment and efficient workflows.
- Drive continuous improvement across safety, quality, service and productivity.
- Coach and develop supervisors and managers, establishing clear expectations and consistent operating practices.
- Oversee staffing, hiring, performance management, compensation administration, training and employee development.
- Manage inventory accuracy, receiving and material movement.
- Manage capital resources to maximize utilization and return on investment.
- Address customer concerns and service issues, visit key accounts and support contract negotiations for new business.
- Maintain safe work practices and housekeeping standards.
- Oversee maintenance of warehouse equipment and the private truck fleet.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree.
- At least 10 years of experience in a distribution center environment.
- At least 5 years of management experience, including hiring supervisors, support personnel and warehouse associates.
- Strong leadership, problem-solving and team development skills.
- A hands-on approach and ability to independently identify priorities and drive improvements.
- Willingness to travel up to 20%.
- Ability to work early and late shifts, plus weekends at least once per month, with additional schedule flexibility as needed.
- Ability to lift 50 pounds, stand or walk for prolonged periods, and work in temperatures ranging from 32°F to 95°F.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree
- At least 10 years of experience in a distribution center environment
- At least 5 years of management experience, including hiring supervisors, support personnel and warehouse associates
- Strong leadership, problem-solving and team development skills
- A hands-on approach and ability to independently identify priorities and drive improvements
- Willingness to travel up to 20%
- Ability to work early and late shifts, plus weekends at least once per month, with additional schedule flexibility as needed
- Ability to lift 50 pounds, stand or walk for prolonged periods, and work in temperatures ranging from 32°F to 95°F
Benefits
- Health Insurance
- Life & Disability Insurance
- 401(k) Contributions
- Paid Time Off
- Employee Assistance Program
- Employee Resource Groups
- Employee Service Corp
Company overview
Medline Industries, LP is the largest privately held manufacturer and distributor of medical-surgical products and supply chain solutions in the United States. Founded in 1966 and headquartered in Northfield, Illinois, the company serves all points of care including hospitals, extended care facilities, surgery centers, physician offices, home care agencies, and retailers. With over 550,000 medical products and clinical solutions, Medline operates in more than 125 countries and territories worldwide. The company employs approximately 35,000-43,000 people globally and generates annual revenues exceeding $21 billion. Medline's comprehensive portfolio includes medical devices, surgical supplies, wound care products, protective apparel, durable medical equipment, and sterilization solutions. The company combines manufacturing expertise with extensive distribution capabilities through its network of over 50 distribution centers across North America, providing integrated supply chain solutions that help healthcare organizations improve clinical, financial, and operational outcomes.