Job Details

Company: Citi Trends
Location: Various Locations, US
Employment Type: Full Time
Date Posted: 07/27/2025
Expire Date: 09/27/2025
Job Categories:Warehousing, Logistics

Job Description

Senior Director of Distribution
The Senior Director of Distribution is responsible for overseeing the efficient operation of both distribution centers, ensuring that all logistics, inventory management, and order fulfillment processes run smoothly and meet organizational goals. This role involves leading the teams of managers and staff, optimizing workflows, maintaining high safety and quality standards, and driving continuous improvement initiatives in both distribution centers. The Senior Director of Distribution collaborates closely with Supply Chain, Logistics, Buyers, Merchandisers, procurement, and customer service teams to ensure timely and accurate delivery of goods, while managing budgets, analyzing performance metrics, and implementing strategies to enhance productivity and reduce costs. This position requires strong leadership, problem-solving skills, and experience in supply chain, logistics and warehouse management. The Senior Director of Distribution will play a critical role in building a positive work culture, driving employee involvement, and supporting change management efforts within the retail organization.
DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES:
Ensure that the warehouse operates at peak efficiency — with customer satisfaction the primary goal — by supervising, organizing, and training warehouse employees and establishing, monitoring, and managing operational goals
Develop warehouse operations systems by determining product handling and storage requirements, equipment utilization, inventory, gate processes, and shipping methods
Train and manage the warehouse team to solve day-to-day operational issues and reach short- and long-term performance goals
Oversee daily operations while controlling and managing inventory and logistics
Review and prepare workflows, staffing requirements, space allocations, equipment layouts, and action plans that meet company standards for productivity, quality, and customer service
Maintain a safe and healthy work environment by establishing and enforcing standards and procedures and by complying with legal regulations
Supervise daily warehouse activities, including quality assurance, inventory control, space management, logistics, floor productivity, shipping, and customer service
Schedule and oversee warehouse team, and manage the flow and quality of work to maximize efficiency and minimize overtime
Inspect equipment, tools, and machinery regularly, and oversee general maintenance when necessary
Meet regularly with warehouse leads to analyze productivity and develop actionable plans for loss prevention
Oversee and manage logistics for transporting products to customers and company facilities, communicating with drivers and air partners to ensure efficient delivery of packages
Handles special projects and assignments as needed
Other duties may be assigned
REQUIRED SKILLS/ABILITIES:
Ability to read and understand documents such as general correspondence, department reports and office procedures.
Ability to speak effectively with employees of the company.
Ability to read and understand documents such as general correspondence, department reports, and office procedures.
Ability to work collaboratively with all levels of company staff.
Ability to deliver effective feedback, both written and verbal.
This position requires travel as needed.
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:
Bachelor's Degree + 1 year work experience or Associate's + 4 years' work experience or High School/GED + 6 years' work experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Proficiency with warehouse procedures and policies.
Excellent problem-solving skills and leadership qualities.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand. The employee must frequently use their hands to handle or feel objects and must be able to speak and hear clearly.
The employee may occasionally need to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required for this job include close vision, distance vision, and depth perception.
The employee must be able to reach up to a height of six feet and down to six inches to place merchandise.
The employee must be able to read and understand messages on scanners and pick modules.
The employee must be able to work effectively in a fast-paced environment.
GENERAL INFORMATION:
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this position. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties,
responsibilities, and skills required of personnel so classified. Equal employment opportunities are provided to all employees and applicants for employment. Discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. is prohibited. Contact Information Contact Name: Kellie Jones
Contact Email: ...@cititrends.com
Company Description:
For over 75 years, Citi Trends has been dedicated to bringing fresh and fashionable merchandise to our customers and the communities we serve. Our product offering includes the hottest brands and latest trends of clothing, shoes, accessories, home décor and so much more, making us a convenient one-stop shop for the entire family from infants to adults. We are passionate about delivering quality products at prices up to 50% less than other stores.

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