Category/Area of Expertise: Distribution & Transportation Leadership
Job Requisition: 476445
Address: USA-NC-Salisbury-2110 Executive Drive
Store Code: ADUSA Dist L&D-Executive (5121983)
ADUSA Distribution is the distribution company of Ahold Delhaize USA, providing distribution services to one of the largest grocery retail supply chains in the nation. ADUSA Distribution fosters a culture that inspires and empowers our associates to always deliver exceptional service and value. Our team is supporting the supply chain network evolution to an integrated self-distribution model of the future, serving leading omnichannel grocery brands - Food Lion, Giant Food, The GIANT Company, Hannaford and Stop & Shop. To learn more about our company and the other supply chain companies of Ahold Delhaize USA, visit www.adusasc.com.
Position Summary
Are you ready to design the future of a large-scale distribution and transportation network? As Director, Network Strategy & Optimization, you will lead the mapping, modeling, and optimization of our end-to-end supply chain network-shaping how products move, how capacity is deployed, and how assets are leveraged for maximum performance.
In this high-impact leadership role, you'll uncover complex patterns and dependencies across the network and translate them into practical, data-driven solutions to real business challenges. You'll integrate financial and operational insights to resolve trade-offs, balance cost and service, and build a forward-looking network strategy that fuels growth, efficiency, and long-term competitiveness.
You'll also serve as a key architect of Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP), build a sustainable talent pipeline, and collaborate closely with senior leaders across the enterprise to align resources, priorities, and strategic initiatives.
What You'll Do & Deliver
Shape the Future Network
• Lead the mapping and optimization of the Distribution and Transportation Network topography to unlock capacity, throughput, and efficiency gains.
• Proactively identify capacity constraints and SKU-level challenges, partnering with Systems, Network, Tools, Operations, and Engineering teams to design sustainable solutions.
• Re-optimize network decisions by balancing cost, throughput, and yield-maximizing performance from existing assets.
Drive Integrated, Data-Driven Strategy
• Integrate financial and operational data to confidently resolve trade-offs and design the optimal future-state network.
• Translate complex scenarios into prescriptive analytics and actionable recommendations.
• Support the creation and evolution of a Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP) organization in partnership with Category and business leaders.
Lead Enterprise Alignment & Change
• Collaborate with leadership to shape supply chain strategies and long-term network initiatives.
• Align cross-functional resources and priorities to achieve enterprise savings and performance goals.
• Act as a visible promoter of change, growth, and continuous improvement in a dynamic operating environment.
Build High-Performance Teams
• Develop, mentor, and inspire a high-performing team of network strategy professionals.
• Lead talent planning, succession, and performance management to build a sustainable capability pipeline.
• Foster associate engagement, accountability, and a culture of execution excellence.
Influence at the Highest Levels
• Communicate with senior leaders across the organization to align priorities and secure buy-in.
• Govern within strategic and financial guardrails-while pushing boundaries to unlock new value.
• Maintain a high level of organizational and industry credibility through insight, delivery, and results.
What We're Looking For
Experience & Education
• Bachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent experience (required)
• MBA or advanced degree (preferred)
• 7+ years of experience in Distribution, Network Strategy, or Continuous Improvement
• Proven success leading logistics optimization initiatives and cross-functional teams
• Strong financial planning, budgeting, and business case experience
• Demonstrated expertise in change management and project leadership (Lean / Six Sigma a plus)
Knowledge & Expertise
• Deep understanding of distribution, transportation, and network optimization practices
• Advanced financial modeling, reporting, and analytical capabilities
• Ability to translate business cases into prescriptive analytics models
• Strong business development insight and market awareness
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office Suite
Skills & Abilities
• Strategic, conceptual thinker comfortable with complexity and ambiguity
• Analytical problem solver who uncovers insights from subtle signals
• Influential leader who builds trust across all organizational levels
• Exceptional communication, presentation, and stakeholder alignment skills
• Self-motivated change agent with strong initiative and execution discipline
• Innovative mindset with the ability to challenge legacy structures
• Strong organizational, planning, and priority-setting skills
• Proven ability to inspire commitment to organizational goals
• High standards for quality, rigor, and performance
Other Requirements
• Willingness to travel approximately 20-25%
• Ability to operate effectively in a dynamic, fast-changing environment
Why This Role Matters
This isn't just an optimization role-it's a transformation role. You'll architect the future of the supply chain network, influence enterprise strategy, and lead initiatives that directly impact cost, service, and growth for years to come. If you thrive on complexity, strategic leadership, and turning data into real-world impact, this is your opportunity to lead at scale.
We are an organization that values diversity and encourages all qualified individuals to apply without regard to sex, race, color, ancestry, national origin, citizenship status, religion, age, marital status (including civil unions), military service, veteran status, pregnancy (including childbirth and related medical conditions), genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, legally recognized disability, domestic violence victim status or any other characteristic protected by law.
Our organization is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities, including applicants. If you have a disability and require assistance in the application process, please email recruiting@adusasc.com.
