Senior Director, Distribution and Logistics

About Us

We are a global climate technologies company engineered for sustainability. We create sustainable and efficient residential, commercial and industrial spaces through HVACR technologies. We protect temperature-sensitive goods throughout the cold chain. And we bring comfort to people globally. Best-in-class engineering, design and manufacturing combined with category-leading brands in compression, controls, software and monitoring solutions result in next-generation climate technology that is built for the needs of the world ahead.  

Whether you are a professional looking for a career change, an undergraduate student exploring your first opportunity, or recent graduate with an advanced degree, we have opportunities that will allow you to innovate, be challenged and make an impact. Join our team and start your journey today! 

Description

If you are a DISTRIBUTION and LOGISTICS leader looking for an opportunity to grow, Copeland has an exciting opportunity for you! Based in our Sidney, OH or St. Louis, MO locations, you will provide leadership to our North American HVACR distribution network. You will have direct responsibility for multiple distribution centers and logistics and strategic leadership for Copeland’s overall distribution footprint. This role ensures operational excellence, drives efficiency, and maintains high service levels for customers while aligning with corporate objectives. Your duties and responsibilities will be completed under the general guidance of the VP of Integrated Supply Chain.

As the Senior Director, Distribution and Logistics, you will:

• Develop and execute the business unit distribution strategy in alignment with company objectives

• Accountable for logistics, fulfillment, and transportation performance by leading through multiple site leaders, rather than direct daily management

• Implement best practices and process improvements to enhance service delivery and operational productivity

• Manage and develop relationships with third-party suppliers and customers

• Ensure compliance with company policies, industry regulations, and safety standards

• Support the VP in long-term strategic planning and expansion initiatives

Required education, experiences & skills:

• Bachelor’s degree in supply chain, Engineering, Business Administration, or related field plus a minimum of ten (10) years of progressive related experience, including leadership, or an equivalent combination of education and experience

• Strong verbal and written communication skills and professional presentation skills

• Ability to work effectively with various levels of the organization

• Exceptional customer service focus, including attention to producing quality results

• Self-motivated with the ability to work independently and on a team

• Legal authorization to work in the United States – Sponsorship will not be provided for this role.

• Ability to travel 25% of the time

Preferred education, experiences & skills

• Master’s in supply chain, Engineering or MBA

• Oracle warehouse management system experience

• Management experience
   

Why Work in the Greater Miami Valley Area  Our facility is located in Sidney, OH conveniently located within driving distance to several larger cities, such as Dayton, Troy, and Columbus. The area’s generally low costs of living, excellent school systems, and low crime rates create a family-friendly environment. The area is home to several growing communities with restaurants, festivals, shopping, and arts scenes that make them exciting places to live and work. 

About our Location 

The newly renovated Sidney campus has 1M square feet of manufacturing floor with an additional 120k square feet of leading-edge lab facilities. This location is the headquarters for the air conditioning and cold chain businesses. Through our 30 years of scroll compressor expertise, our air conditioning related products help bring comfort and convenience in commercial, industrial and residential spaces. The cold chain business helps ensure that food safely and efficiently travels from farm to fork. Approximately 1600 employees work in Sidney, who all support a multitude of business functions. With the blend of businesses and functions represented under this one roof, there are many opportunities for advancement within the Sidney location.

Why Work in St. Louis, Missouri

Our facility is located in St. Louis, famous for its Gateway Arch st