Distribution System Strategy Director
New Britain
Thursday, 04 June 2026
Distribution System Strategy Director– Hybrid. Towson, Maryland, Valley City, OH or New Britain, CT - Come make the world and accelerate your success It takes great people to achieve greatness. People with a sense of purpose and integrity. People with a relentless pursuit of excellence. People who care about making things better For Those Who Make The World™. Sound like you? Join our top-notch team of approximately 43,000 diverse and high-performing professionals globally who are making their mark on some of the world’s most beloved brands, including DEWALT®, BLACK DECKER®, CRAFTSMAN®, STANLEY®, CUB CADET®, and HUSTLER®. The Job:As the Americas Distribution and Logistics DC System Strategy Director, you will be responsible the strategy and execution of the WMS systems, interfaces, Autostore, and automation across the Stanley Black and Decker Americas network. If you thrive in complex environments, enjoy solving operational problems at their core, and want to make a visible, enterprise-level impact, this role is for you. You’ll get to:Own and execute the WMS and systems long term roadmap and backlog prioritizing what matters most to the business. This includes automation and all systems supporting distribution center operations. Drive system enhancements that directly improve service, productivity, and cost. Ensure WMS capabilities fully enable best-in-class operations. Lead resolution of complex, cross-functional operational and system challenges. Dive deep into issues by connecting data, process, and system behavior to drive root-cause solutions. Bring clarity and direction in a multi-system, multi-site environment. Identify and execute high-value improvements configuration, process, and integration. Support system upgrades, implementations, and transformations. Push the organization toward simpler, more scalable, and more standardized solutions. Translate business needs into clear system requirements and ensure they get delivered The Person:You love to learn and grow and be acknowledged for your valuable contributions. You’re not intimidated by innovation. Wouldn’t it be great if you could do your job and do a world of good? In fact, you embrace it. You also have: Bachelor’s degree in engineering, supply chain, logistics, business, or other related field is required. Prior experience with WMS Legacy, Infor, Blue Yonder, Autostore, DC Automation Systems. Strong understanding of warehouse processes and KPIs. Demonstrated ability to analyze business processes and recommend system-driven improvements. Skilled at communicating between technical and operational teams. Strong problem-solving and data analysis skills. Valid Driver's License and physical ability to travel up to 50%Proficient in Microsoft applications; Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Outlook. What’s more, you’ll get that pride that comes from empowering makers, doers, protectors, and everyday heroes all over the world. We’re more than the #1 tools company. More than a driving force in outdoor power equipment. More than a global leader in industrial. We’re visionaries and innovators. As successful as we’ve been in the past, we have so much further to go. That’s where you come in. Join us! This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship (H 1 B, OPT/ CPT, TN etc).#LI-SB 1#LI-Onsite. All qualified applicants to Stanley Black & Decker are considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran’s status, or any other protected characteristic.? The Salary range for this position is $115,800.00 - $199,800.00 This is the lowest to highest annual full-time salary range we would pay for this role at the time of this posting. The salary offered within the range may vary depending on multiple factors including job level, geographic location, job-related knowledge, skills, qualifications, experience and in compliance with local wage requirements. Please note that salary is only one component of total rewards at Stanley Black & Decker. ?The salary range listed in this job posting reflects the range for the primary location specified. The salary range may vary for other locations.?The successful candidate may be eligible for annual merit increases. ?