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This role partners cross-functionally to align strategy with operational realities, ensure disciplined execution, and build a scalable model for assortment optimization across the organization, on-the-job training to support a smooth transition into a civilian career.\nKey Responsibilities:\n1 . Field Immersion & Business Understanding\nDevelop a deep understanding of branch operations by working directly in multiple branch environments across varying performance levels and markets.\nObserve and analyze the full order lifecycle (quote → pick → deliver) to understand how assortment decisions impact daily execution.\nEvaluate how branches determine stocking decisions, promotions, discounting, and inventory tradeoffs.\nAssess SLOB management practices and identify gaps between planned assortment strategy and field execution.\nPartner with Category Management and Supplier Relations to understand supplier programs, brand positioning, and strategic intent.\nRide along with sales teams to observe customer behavior, substitution patterns, and buying decision drivers (price, availability, brand, relationships).\nAnalyze external market dynamics including commodity pricing, freight pressures, and regional demand shifts to assess impact on pricing and inventory strategy.\nMap cross-functional stakeholder ownership and decision dependencies across Supply Chain, Pricing, Sales, Branch Operations, and Supplier Relations.\nDocument current operating realities, execution friction points, and decision flows from strategy to branch-level execution.\n2. Current State Assessment & Diagnostics\nConduct comprehensive assortment analysis by category, region, and branch to identify duplication, gaps, and over-assortment.\nEvaluate supplier mix and competitive positioning.\nAnalyze inventory health metrics including DOH, SLOB, and turns to assess financial and operational impact.\nAssess alignment between category strategy, pricing execution, and field behavior.\nConduct structured stakeholder interviews to identify breakdowns in execution.\nDevelop a clear diagnostic of current-state performance across assortment, inventory, supplier mix, and pricing alignment.\nIdentify key influencers and change agents within the organization.\n3. Strategy Translation & Execution Planning\nTranslate category strategy into actionable assortment blueprints, including:Target category focus areas\nDefined brand roles\nGood/Better/Best price-point architecture\nGeographic and regional considerations\nCustomer segment requirements\n\nAlign assortment decisions with inventory strategy, supplier programs, and pricing guardrails.\nDevelop pilot execution plans including SKU phase-in/phase-out strategies.\nBuild inventory transition plans to optimize working capital.\nRecommend supplier adjustments to improve mix and performance.\nEstablish measurable success metrics including margin improvement, SKU reduction, inventory reduction, and mix shift.\n4 . Cross-Functional Alignment & Governance\nFacilitate alignment across Supply Chain, Pricing, Sales, Branch Operations, and Supplier Relations to support execution.\nDefine clear roles, ownership structures, and execution timelines.\nIdentify risks and implement mitigation strategies.\nBuild and manage a centralized execution tracker.\nEstablish and lead a weekly operating cadence (mini-SIOP model) to monitor progress.\nCoordinate inventory actions, pricing updates, and sales enablement efforts to ensure synchronized execution.\n5. Execution & Change Management\nLead rollout of assortment updates and SKU rationalization initiatives.\nCoordinate inventory drawdowns, transfers, and purchasing adjustments.\nPartner with Pricing to ensure alignment with updated assortment strategy.\nSupport Sales teams with substitution guidance and customer communication strategies.\nCommunicate assortment changes clearly to field teams and stakeholders.\nMonitor weekly execution progress and resolve issues in real time.\nReinforce adherence to new assortment standards and operating processes.\nDrive measurable improvements in mix, margin, and inventory performance.\n6. Performance Tracking, Optimization & Scale\nTrack performance against defined targets including margin, SKU count, inventory (DOH, SLOB), and sales mix.\nConduct post-implementation reviews to identify lessons learned and optimization opportunities.\nDevelop and standardize an Assortment Execution Playbook for enterprise-wide adoption.\nPresent results, insights, and recommendations to senior leadership.\nBuild a repeatable model to scale category and assortment optimization across the organization.\nDirect Manager/Direct Reports:\nReports to SVP, Supply Chain and/or Senior Director/Manager of Supply Chain \nNo Direct Reports\nTravel Requirements:\nTravel to branch locations across multiple markets. Travel may include overnight stays.\nPhysical Requirements\nAbility to walk and stand for extended periods while visiting branches, warehouses, yards, and job sites.\nAbility to navigate warehouse and yard environments, including uneven surfaces and loading dock areas.\nOccasional bending, stooping, reaching, and climbing stairs in operational settings.\nAbility to lift and carry materials up to 25 pounds on an occasional basis.\nAbility to operate a motor vehicle and travel frequently between branch locations.\nAbility to sit for extended periods while working at a computer or attending meetings.\nFrequent use of hands and fingers for typing, handling documents, and operating office equipment.\nVisual acuity sufficient to review data, analyze reports, and operate safely in warehouse and job-site environments.\nAbility to wear required personal protective equipment (PPE) when in operational or construction environments.\nWorking Conditions\nRegular exposure to warehouse and distribution environments, including active material handling equipment, loading docks, and palletized inventory.\nPeriodic exposure to outdoor yard conditions, including varying weather such as heat, cold, humidity, wind, and rain.\nExposure to moderate noise levels typical of warehouse, yard, and industrial branch operations.\nOccasional exposure to dust and airborne particulates commonly present in building materials environments.\nVisits to active customer job sites may involve uneven walking surfaces, construction activity, and outdoor conditions.\nOffice and corporate environments with standard climate-controlled settings.\nExtended periods of computer and screen use in office or remote settings.\nUse of standard personal protective equipment (PPE) such as safety glasses, high-visibility vests, and steel-toe footwear when required in operational or job-site environments.\nMinimum Qualifications\n180 days or fewer remaining on active duty at the time of program start\nApproval from Chain of Command\nPay Grade E-7 and above or O-1 and above\nPreferred Qualifications\nMilitary leadership experience with responsibility for personnel, operations, or logistics.\nProven ability to execute mission-driven objectives with measurable results and strong accountability.\nExperience in logistics, supply chain, inventory management, or operational planning.\nDemonstrated success leading teams in complex, fast-paced environments.\nSkilled in risk assessment, process improvement, and cross-functional coordination.\nStrong analytical, decision-making, and problem-solving abilities.\nMinimum Education:\nN/A\nPreferred Education:\nBachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, Finance, Operations Management, or related field (or equivalent military experience). \nMinimum Years of Work Experience:\nOperations, supply chain, category management, logistics, or field leadership\nLeading cross-functional initiatives or operational improvement efforts\nCertifications:\nEligible to earn certifications in warehouse operations, safety compliance, and equipment handling as part of training program.\nLean, Six Sigma\nPMP (Project Management Professional)\nRelevant military logistics or leadership certifications\nCompetencies:\nAccountability & Dependability\nAttention to Detail\nAdaptability\nTeam Collaboration\nInitiative\nCustomer Focus\nSafety Awareness\nCommunication\nTime Management\nTechnical Aptitude\nWork Location:\nOn-Site, Based at Field Support Center (FSC)\nNot the right job for you? Register your details at the 'Introduce Yourself' link (top right) and we'll be in touch!Job Location: SRS Distribution - McKinney7440 State Highway 121 McKinney, TX 75070-3104\nAs an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer SRS Distribution Inc., including all its subsidiaries, provides job opportunities to qualified individuals without regard to actual or perceived race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, gender, age, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, citizenship status, uniform service, veteran status, marital status, genetic information, physical or mental disability, or any other characteristic in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local EEO laws.\n\nIf you are an individual with a disability or a disabled veteran and require a reasonable accommodation in applying for any posted position, please contact Human Resources at US: 855.556.3221, or by email to:  with the nature of your accommodation request and include the Business name, location and title of the job opening. Please allow one (1) business day for a reply.\n\nAll employment offers are contingent upon successful completion of a background check and drug screen, as permitted by law.\nCompetitive weekly/bi-weekly pay, discretionary bonuses, 401(k) with company match, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, paid time off (vacation, sick, volunteer, holidays, birthday, floating), medical/dental/vision, flexible spending accounts, company-paid life and short-term disability, plus optional long-term disability, and additional life insurance. 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