Director, Distribution

At STERIS, we help our Customers create a healthier and safer world by providing innovative healthcare and life science product and service solutions around the globe.

Position Summary

Responsible for the strategic and tactical execution of global STERIS transportation operations. Inclusive of carrier RFQs, rate negotiations, contracting, performance management, and freight bill audit and pay. Ensure global coverage, capability and integration with STERIS systems and processes. Collaborate with key stakeholders to create and maintain flexible transportation capabilities to meet internal and external customer needs. Ensure providers are compliant with all applicable laws and regulations regardless of region of operation. Drive cost containment through provider rationalization, utilization, mode, and service level optimization. Resolve issues timely and collaboratively.

Education Degree Masters Degree in Organization Development

Required Experience

• Minimum ten (10) to 15 years experience in global transportation, covering all major modes (Truck, LTL, parcel, ocean, rail), warehouse shipping/receiving, technology (TMS) implementation and use, and integration with other supply chain systems.

• Minimum (10) years supervisory or management experience.

• Leading teams of 50+, standard work development, and P&L ownership.

Ability to develop business strategies and create buy in with all levels of the organization in a clear, efficient, and effective manner.

STERIS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity and the use of affirmative action programs to ensure that persons are recruited, hired, trained, transferred and promoted in all job groups regardless of race, color, religion, age, disability, national origin, citizenship status, military or veteran status, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, and any other category protected by federal, state or local law. We are not only committed to this policy by our status as a federal government contractor, but also we are strongly bound by the principle of equal employment opportunity.