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NetApp

Director, Software Engineer

Morrisville, NC · On-site

$236K/yr

Job Summary As a Director of Software Engineering for the Core Software Engineering group, you will ... Hands-on experience using Distributed Storage Systems. * Strong business acumen and ability to ...

NetApp, Inc.

Director, Software Engineer

Morrisville, NC · On-site

$236K/yr

Job Summary As a Director of Software Engineering for the Core Software Engineering group, you will ... Hands-on experience using Distributed Storage Systems. * Strong business acumen and ability to ...

L C Industries

Director, Risk Management

Durham, NC · On-site

ABOUT THIS ROLE The Director of Risk Management is responsible for transforming and leading the ... Operating in a diverse environment that includes corporate offices, distribution centers, warehouse ...

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How much do distribution director jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 12, 2026, the average yearly pay for distribution director in Raleigh, NC is $122,271.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $89,400.00 and $149,200.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does a distribution director do?

A Distribution Director oversees the strategy, planning, and execution of distributing products from manufacturers or suppliers to retailers or customers. They are responsible for managing logistics, optimizing supply chain operations, and ensuring timely delivery of goods. This role involves coordinating with various departments, analyzing distribution data, and implementing improvements to increase efficiency and reduce costs. Distribution Directors also handle vendor relationships, negotiate contracts, and ensure compliance with industry regulations.

What are some common challenges faced by distribution directors in managing supply chain operations?

Distribution Directors often encounter challenges such as optimizing logistics to balance cost efficiency with timely delivery, managing inventory fluctuations, and addressing unexpected disruptions like supplier delays or transportation issues. They must also coordinate across multiple teams—including procurement, warehouse, and transportation—to ensure seamless operations. Adapting to new technologies and regulatory changes, while maintaining high service levels, is a key part of the role. Successfully navigating these challenges requires strong leadership, problem-solving skills, and a proactive approach to process improvement.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a distribution director, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Distribution Director, you need extensive experience in supply chain management, logistics, and inventory control, often supported by a relevant bachelor's degree or MBA. Familiarity with warehouse management systems (WMS), enterprise resource planning (ERP) software, and certifications like APICS CPIM or CSCP are commonly required. Strong leadership, problem-solving, and communication skills help you manage teams and coordinate effectively with vendors and internal stakeholders. These competencies are crucial for optimizing distribution efficiency, reducing costs, and ensuring timely delivery of products.

What is the difference between Distribution Director vs Supply Chain Manager?

AspectDistribution DirectorSupply Chain Manager
CredentialsBachelor's degree in logistics, business, or related field; experience in distribution operationsBachelor's in supply chain, logistics, or business; certifications like CSCP or APICS often preferred
Work EnvironmentOversees distribution centers, logistics teams, and transportationManages end-to-end supply chain processes, including procurement, manufacturing, and distribution
Industry UsageCommon in retail, manufacturing, and logistics companiesUsed across manufacturing, retail, and technology sectors

The Distribution Director focuses primarily on overseeing distribution operations and logistics, ensuring timely delivery and efficient warehouse management. In contrast, the Supply Chain Manager manages the entire supply chain process, from procurement to delivery, with a broader scope. Both roles require logistics knowledge and industry experience but differ in their strategic and operational focus.

What are the most commonly searched types of Distribution jobs in Raleigh, NC?

The most popular types of Distribution jobs in Raleigh, NC are:

What cities near Raleigh, NC are hiring for Distribution Director jobs?

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Infographic showing various Distribution Director job openings in Raleigh, NC as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 87% Full Time, 10% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 89% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 8% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $122,271 per year, or $58.8 per hour.

Sr. Director - NC Warehouse Operations

Durham, NC • On-site

KBI Biopharma, Inc.
Biotechnology Research and Development • 1 - 5K employees
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Job Summary
The Senior Director, Warehouse Operations is responsible for strategic leadership, operational performance, and continuous improvement of all warehouses, inventory, logistics, warehouse purchases, warehouse systems, GMP shipping, and storeroom activities across KBI's North Carolina network. This role provides leadership through direct oversight of warehouse operations leaders and staff, ensuring the safe, compliant, efficient, and uninterrupted flow of materials supporting manufacturing operations and customer commitments.
The Senior Director owns the strategy, governance, performance, and scalability of warehouse operations, inventory management, transportation, distribution, cold chain activities, warehouse automation, ERP/WMS platforms, and supply chain operational excellence initiatives. This position is responsible for establishing policies, standards, and business processes that drive compliance, inventory accuracy, service excellence, cost optimization, and operational readiness while supporting future growth and enterprise transformation initiatives.
This role is critical to enabling KBI's growth strategy and CDMO success, providing enterprise leadership for warehouse operations, inventory stewardship, and supply chain execution while driving a culture of safety, accountability, continuous improvement, and employee engagement across the organization.
Job Responsibilities
  • Provide strategic leadership and oversight for all warehouse, inventory, material flow, logistics, distribution, storage, and material management operations, ensuring uninterrupted support of manufacturing, customer commitments, and business growth.
  • Lead and develop the Warehouse Operations organization, including multi-site leadership teams, fostering a culture of safety, accountability, operational excellence, employee engagement, and continuous improvement.
  • Own operational performance across the warehouse network, including safety, compliance, inventory accuracy, quality, service levels, productivity, cost management, and key performance indicators.
  • Establish and maintain governance for warehouse operations and inventory management, including policies, procedures, financial controls, material traceability, audit readiness, and regulatory compliance.
  • Lead capacity planning, network optimization, labor strategy, operational readiness, and business continuity initiatives to support current and future business requirements.
  • Serve as executive sponsor for warehouse technology and digital transformation initiatives, including SAP, WMS/EWM, automation, system enhancements, data integrity, analytics, and process standardization.
  • Oversee transportation, logistics, and distribution strategy, including carrier management, third-party logistics providers, freight optimization, cold-chain operations, and service performance.
  • Drive operational excellence and enterprise initiatives focused on productivity improvement, risk reduction, scalability, supply assurance, and cost optimization.
  • Partner with Manufacturing, Procurement, Planning, Quality, Finance, Facilities, Engineering, IT, and Program Management to align supply chain capabilities with business objectives and customer needs.
  • Serve as the senior warehouse and supply chain representative for executive leadership, audits, regulatory inspections, customer interactions, strategic planning, budget development, capital investments, and other business initiatives as required.

Responsibilities
  • Warehouse Operations, Inventory, Logistics & Distribution Oversight
  • Leadership, Talent Development & Organizational Effectiveness
  • Strategy, Capacity Planning & Business Continuity
  • Systems, Digital Transformation & Operational Excellence
  • Compliance, Governance & Financial Stewardship
  • Executive leadership & Cross-functional engagement

Minimum Requirements
  • Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business, Operations, Engineering, Logistics, Life Sciences, or a related field. Advanced degree (MBA, MS, or equivalent) preferred. Equivalent experience may be considered in lieu of education.
  • 12+ years of progressive supply chain, warehouse operations, logistics, or materials management experience within a pharmaceutical, biotechnology, life sciences, or other regulated manufacturing environment.
  • 5+ years of leadership experience managing managers and/or directors, including responsibility for multi-site operations and organizational development.
  • Demonstrated experience leading warehouse operations, inventory management, material flow, transportation, distribution, and logistics functions in GMP-regulated environments.
  • Proven experience developing and executing operational strategies that improve safety, compliance, service, inventory accuracy, productivity, scalability, and cost performance.
  • Strong knowledge of GMP, GDP, inventory control, material traceability, warehouse compliance requirements, and regulatory inspection readiness.
  • Significant experience with ERP and warehouse technology platforms, including SAP, WMS/EWM, inventory management systems, automation technologies, and digital transformation initiatives.
  • Demonstrated success leading large-scale business, operational, system implementation, or organizational transformation projects.
  • Experience establishing and managing KPIs, budgets, capital investments, resource planning, and operational performance metrics.
  • Strong financial acumen with experience managing departmental budgets, operational expenditures, capital planning, and cost optimization initiatives.
  • Proven ability to influence senior leadership and drive alignment across Manufacturing, Procurement, Planning, Quality, Finance, Engineering, Facilities, IT, and other cross-functional stakeholders.
  • Strong analytical problem-solving, decision-making, and risk-management capabilities.
  • Excellent verbal, written, presentation, and interpersonal communication skills.
  • Willingness to travel up to 25% based on business needs.

Language Ability
  • Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, and customers.

Reasoning Ability
  • Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form

Math Ability
  • Ability to perform business related calculations such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, percentages and area, circumference and volume. Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry.

Competencies
  • Talent Management/Hiring/Performance Management
  • Business Acumen
  • Priority Setting
  • Problem Solving/Decision Quality
  • Results Orientation/Performance Focus
  • Project Management/Managing and Measuring Work
  • Communication Proficiency.
  • Integrity and Personal Responsibility
  • Action Oriented (Results Orientation/
  • Performance Focus)
  • Functional/Technical Skills
  • Customer Focus
  • Delegation
  • Interpersonal Savvy/ Respect for Others
  • Technical Capacity
  • Presentation Skills

Computer Skills
  • Word, E-mail, Excel, PowerPoint, MS Project (preferred), ERP Systems (SAP, or similar).

Equipment Use
  • Computer, telephone, copy and fax machines

KBI Biopharma, Inc. is an EEO/AA employer and actively seeks to diversify its work force. Therefore, all qualified applicants, regardless of race, color, national origin, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability or veteran status, are strongly encouraged to apply.
I understand that neither the completion of this application nor any other part of my consideration for employment establishes any obligation for KBI Biopharma, Inc. to hire me. If I am hired, I understand that either KBI Biopharma, Inc. or I can terminate my employment at any time and for any reason, with or without cause and without prior notice. I understand that no representative of KBI Biopharma, Inc. has the authority to make any assurance to the contrary.
I attest with my signature below that I have given to KBI Biopharma, Inc. true and complete information on this application. No requested information has been concealed. I authorize KBI Biopharma, Inc. to contact references provided for employment reference checks. If any information I have provided is untrue, or if I have concealed material information, I understand that this will constitute cause for the denial of employment or immediate dismissal.

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