Director of Operations

About This Role

Directing all operational, financial, inventory, and people leadership activities within the North Star Distribution Center is the core of this role. The Director will be responsible for site performance across safety, service, quality, productivity, compliance, and profitability, while ensuring an exceptional employee and customer experience. This position drives strategic initiatives, leads cross-functional partnerships, develops future leaders, and ensures operational excellence across the facility.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute operational strategies aligned with regional and enterprise objectives
• Partner across Operations, Transportation, Finance, HR, Engineering, Quality, and Continuous Improvement to drive business results
• Identify opportunities to improve service, scalability, productivity, and customer outcomes
• Influence business decisions through operational insights, workforce planning, and performance analytics
• Lead all distribution center operations, including receiving, inventory, fulfillment, shipping, and facility performance
• Drive results across safety, quality, service, productivity, and inventory accuracy metrics
• Champion continuous improvement initiatives that enhance operational efficiency and customer satisfaction
• Lead and develop a team of managers and supervisors while fostering a high-performance culture
• Build organizational capability through coaching, succession planning, and leadership development
• Partner with HR on workforce planning, employee engagement, and talent strategies
• Maintain accountability for P&L performance, budgets, inventory investment, and expense management
• Ensure compliance with all regulatory and company requirements, including DEA, FDA, OSHA, and internal standards
• Promote a culture of safety, risk management, and operational excellence

Requirements

• Degree or equivalent experience
• 12+ years of progressive operations, supply chain, logistics, or distribution experience
• 5+ years leading managers within a complex operation
• Distribution, logistics, supply chain, or warehouse operations leadership experience
• Proven success leading leaders in a multi-functional environment
• Strong financial acumen, including P&L, budgeting, inventory, and cost management
• Experience driving cross-functional partnerships and strategic initiatives
• Demonstrated ability to build high-performing teams and develop future leaders
• Knowledge of warehouse management systems (WMS), inventory control processes, and operational technologies
• Continuous improvement experience utilizing Lean, Six Sigma, or similar methodologies

Important Details

• Schedule: Ability to support a 24/7 operation as business needs require

About the Company

McKesson is an impact-driven, Fortune 10 company that touches virtually every aspect of healthcare. The company is known for delivering insights, products, and services that make quality care more accessible and affordable. McKesson fosters a culture where employees can grow, make an impact, and are empowered to bring new ideas.