Director Supply Chain
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Cheers to a Beer & Spirits Career!! Join the team that has been recognized by both USA Today and The Dallas Morning News as a Top Workplace! The fact that you landed here indicates you are looking for a better workplace. Maybe you feel unappreciated, and you are tired of being treated like just another employee. When you join our team you become part of the Andrews family, a place where you are valued and respected. Schedule: Monday - Friday We invest in our team members and are dedicated to their success and well-being by offering: Weekly Pay, Every Friday! Health, Dental, & Vision insurance Paid Vacation & Sick Time 401k with Company Match (FREE Money!!) Nike™ Branded Uniforms And yes, you will receive f ree Beer throughout the year! (Root beer to those under 21 years old.) After all, you will be working for an award-winning BEER & Spirits distributor, and we want you to enjoy the brands you already love like Modelo, Coors, Miller Lite, Corona, Heineken, Blue Moon, Shiner, Sam Adams, Dos Equis, Revolver, Lakewood, Rahr, Truly, Topo Chico, Twisted Tea, Pacifico, and many more!! And for those who enjoy spirits, Andrews is now distributing some of the top brands within the Spirits category such as Buffalo Trace, Fireball, Southern Comfort, Corazon, Wheatley, Seagram's, Canadian Mist, and other Whiskey , Rum, Vodka, Gin, Brandy, Cognac, and Tequila brands! Here's more of what you will do... The Director Supply Chain is a leader responsible for designing, optimizing , and executing end-to-end supply chain and distribution strategies that ensure product availability, operational efficiency, and scalable growth. This role drives continuous improvement across systems, processes, and warehouse operations while translating supply chain strategy into practical, data-driven execution . The Director Supply Chain partners closely with Operations, Sales, Finance, IT, and Procurement to ensure SKU-level accuracy, efficient inventory deployment, and innovative solutions to complex distribution challenges. This role is a representative of Andrews culture and has the responsibility to embody Andrews V alues and drive service excellence by demonstrating our Standards for Service Professionals. Team Operations Work Tasks A Director Supply Chain can be expected to perform the following tasks in this role as a routine part of their job: Supply Chain Strategy ( 25 %) Develops and executes distribution-focused supply chain strategies aligned to business growth, service-level expectations, and cost targets. Translates enterprise supply chain strategy into scalable warehouse , transportation, and inventory operating models. L ead s e nd-to-end planning and execution of large-scale, enterprise initiatives across Supply Chain . Leads network optimization initiatives including facility utilization , throughput capacity, and distribution footprint. Systems, Processes , Operational Efficiency and Problem Resolution ( 2 5 %) Own s supply chain systems effectiveness, including WMS, ERP, forecasting, and inventory management tools. Standardize s and optimize s distribution processes to improve accuracy, productivity, and cost per case. Track s progress and performance using clear metrics; provide executive-level updates, remove blockers, and drive timely decisions. Drive s continuous improvement through Lean, Six Sigma, or similar methodologies to eliminate waste and increase operational efficiency. Analyze s complex supply chain constraints, assess risk, and make informed decisions that balance service, cost, and capacity. Proactively identif ies operational bottlenecks and implement sustainable solutions. Lead s scenario modeling and contingency planning for supply disruptions, demand volatility, and capacity constraints. SKU Application and Inventory Management ( 1 5 %) Set s program and portfolio governance ( operating rhythms, decision forums, escalation paths, and accountability) to ensure disciplined execution. Provide s strategic oversight of SKU proliferation, slotting strategies, and item-level inventory deployment across distribution centers. Partner s with C ustomer Growth Strategy teams to align SKU application with demand patterns, service requirements, and profitability. Ensure s high levels of inventory accuracy, cycle counting discipline, and root-cause resolution for variances Proactively manage s risks and issues; implement s mitigation plans and ensure s delivery against commitments. Innovation and Continuous Improvement ( 1 0 %) Champion s innovative thinking across distribution operations, systems design, and workforce models. Drive s process improvements and operational efficiencies by standardizing best practices, improving mechanisms, and scaling repeatable playbooks. Evaluate s and pilot s new technologies , automation, and process improvements to enhance speed, accuracy, and scalability. Foster s a culture of curiosity, experimentation, and data-driven decision-making. Cr
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