Sr. Manager, Distribution Center

At Alcon, we are driven by the meaningful work we do to help people see brilliantly. We innovate boldly, champion progress, and act with speed as the global leader in eye care. Here, you’ll be recognized for your commitment and contributions and see your career like never before. Together, we go above and beyond to make an impact in the lives of our patients and customers.

We foster an inclusive culture and are looking for diverse, talented people to join Alcon. As a Sr. Manager, Distribution supporting Supply Chain Management Family, you will be trusted with warehouse and distribution activities to ensure timely and cost-efficient delivery of Alcon’s medical device contact lenses at Johns Creek, GA, USA.

In this role, a typical day will include:

• Ensure the safe operation of all aspects of the facility, ensuring compliance with all rules and regulations – including but not limited to OSHA, FDA, and other regulatory bodies.

• Develop performance target to achieve and exceed customer expectations, without sacrificing quality and accuracy.

• Partner with the management team to establish and maintain quality control standards

• Achieve excellence in meeting company performance objectives in regard to lead time adherence, cost, warehouse performance, productivity, customer service, and internal and external regulatory compliance

• Own the P&L and the Key performance Indicators that drive adherence, service, and savings

• Manage and execute key employee programs including performance management and compensation, employee development, training, coaching, and counseling, talent acquisition

• Plan, direct and implement warehouse operations to ensure scheduling of all distribution services including receiving, crossdocking, storing, customized assembly orders, shipping, handling, returned/damaged goods, maintenance, and administrative activities meet customer expectations in an efficient and quality manner

• Ship finished goods orders to ALL customers in an accurate, cost-effective, and timely manner

• Maintain effective communications and  coordination lines with our customers

• manage the day-to-day operations conduct, effective and timely investigations with root cause analysis, CAPA action plans, and systemic closer

WHAT YOU'LL BRING TO ALCON:

• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent years of directly related experience (or high school 18 yrs.; Assoc. 14 yrs.; M.S. 7 yrs.; PhD 6 yrs.)

• The ability to fluently read, write, understand and communicate in English

• 10 Years of Relevant Experience

• 6 Years of Demonstrated Leadership

• Work hours: Exempt (M - F)

• Travel Requirements: 10%

• Relocation assistance: Yes

• Sponsorship available: No

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS/SKILLS/EXPERIENCE:

• Experience with Budgetary Planning and Excellence in Execution

• Ability to partner with groups such as  Quality, Health, Safety, and Environment (HSE), Finance, and Customer Service

• Experience with Compliance Regulations of FDA, GMP, OSHA, DOT, PDMA, SOX, Quality Systems, etc.

• Excellent Internal and External Communications, verbally and written.

• Proficient in the use of the key logistics operating systems (One World, SAP, Siebel, DLX, etc.)

HOW YOU CAN THRIVE AT ALCON:

• Join Alcon’s mission to provide outstanding, innovative products and solutions to improve sight, improve lives, and grow your career!

• Alcon provides robust benefits package including health, life, retirement, flexible time off, and much more!