Vice President Of Supply Chain

DIVE IN TO A NEW CAREER WITH LESLIE'S:

Leslie's Pool Supplies is the "World's Largest Retailer of Swimming Pool Supplies." With retail stores in 39 states plus PRO, Service, E-Commerce, Production, and Distribution divisions, there are many career opportunities at Leslie's. With over 60 years of providing best-in-class products and solutions to our customers, there is nothing that we value more than the development and growth of our team. We strive to create a positive and fun atmosphere where our Team Members feel valued and are enthusiastic about the contributions they make to the success of Leslie's.

Job Overview:

The Vice President of Supply Chain is a key strategic leader responsible for driving end-to-end distribution, logistics, and transportation excellence across the enterprise. This role oversees all distribution center operations, third-party logistics (3PL) partnerships, and transportation networks, ensuring seamless product flow across both B2B and B2C channels. The ideal candidate will be an innovative, servant-minded leader with extensive operational experience and a deep understanding of Manhattan Active Omni, ship-from-store operations, and modern omni-channel fulfillment models.

This executive will work cross-functionally to develop integrated supply chain strategies that balance service, cost, and inventory efficiency. The Vice President of Supply Chain will champion continuous improvement, cultivate a high-performance culture, and elevate the customer experience while driving Leslie's logistics transformation and omni-channel growth initiatives.

Key Responsibilities:

Operational Leadership & Network Performance

• Oversee daily operations of the distribution, logistics, and transportation network, ensuring timely, accurate, and cost-effective product flow.
• Manage all omni-channel fulfillment activities-including ship-from-store-to meet customer demand across retail, e-commerce, and commercial channels.
• Partner with 3PL providers to optimize performance, strengthen relationships, and ensure adherence to service-level agreements.
• Ensure compliance with all safety regulations, quality standards, and operational policies.

Technology, Systems & Process Optimization

• Leverage Manhattan Active Omni to optimize inventory allocation, order routing, fulfillment accuracy, and real-time visibility across the network.
• Drive automation, system enhancements, and workflow improvements to increase speed, accuracy, and scalability.
• Champion data-driven decision-making through robust analytics, forecasting tools, and KPI dashboards.

Strategic Planning & Continuous Improvement

• Develop and execute long-term distribution and logistics strategies that enhance service levels, reduce operating costs, and support company growth.
• Collaborate closely with Inventory Planning to align distribution capabilities with inventory availability, minimize overstocks, and optimize stock positioning.
• Identify opportunities for network expansion, consolidation, redesign, or strategic partnerships to strengthen enterprise supply chain performance.

Leadership & Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Lead, mentor, and develop high-performing teams across distribution, transportation, and analytics functions.
• Create a culture of innovation, accountability, teamwork, and continuous learning.
• Prepare and deliver reports, insights, and strategic recommendations to the executive leadership team.
• Build strong partnerships with cross-functional stakeholders in Merchandising, Retail Operations, Finance, and IT to support enterprise initiatives.

Qualifications:

• 7-10+ years of progressive experience in distribution, logistics, or supply chain management, including at least 5 years in senior leadership.
• Proven success managing large, multi-site distribution networks and/or 3PL relationships.
• Expertise in Manhattan Active Omni and hands-on experience with ship-from-store and omni-channel fulfillment operations.
• Strong understanding of transportation, safety regulations, and compliance requirements.
• Demonstrated ability to lead in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and adapt quickly to shifting priorities.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and process improvement capabilities with a continuous improvement mindset.
• Financial acumen with experience in budgeting, forecasting, P&L management, and cost optimization.
• Exceptional communication, leadership, and interpersonal skills with the ability to influence and collaborate at all organizational levels.

Leslie's provides a robust benefits package, including:

• Comprehensive medical, pharmacy, dental, & vision plan options.
• Health savings account (with enrollment in the high deductible health plan option).
• Health & dependent care flexible spending accounts.
• Company-paid basic life and AD&D insurance.
• Voluntary supplemental life insurance.
• Company-paid short-term disability and voluntary long-term disability insurance.
• Pre-tax and Roth 401(k) with company match.
• Paid vacation, sick, and bereavement leave.
• Paid holidays, including a floating personal day.
• Employee assistance and wellness programs.
• Product discounts at Leslie's Retail stores.

Leslie's recognizes a critical component to our continued success is our people. Leslie's is proud to have a culture of inclusion that seeks to celebrate and embrace the different backgrounds and perspectives that help drive our success and support team members in developing and growing with us. We aim to create a workplace where all team members feel welcomed and valued and inspire each other every day.