Assistant Branch Distribution Manager
Position Overview
We are seeking an Assistant Distribution Manager to join our team! As part of the talented Land 'N' Sea Distributing team, you will support the daily operations of the warehouse. You will assist in supervising warehouse staff and oversee fleet, receiving, storage, distribution, systems administration, inventory control, sanitation, safety, and maintenance, ensuring operational efficiency, strong safety performance, and timely distribution of products that meet customer expectations.
Responsibilities
- Assist in coordinating warehouse personnel scheduling to ensure appropriate staffing levels for efficient receiving and distribution of materials.
- Exercise supervisory authority including hiring, training, performance evaluations, merit increases, promotions, career development, and terminations.
- Ensure customer orders are received, processed, and distributed in a timely manner to maximize service and productivity.
- Verify accuracy of incoming and outgoing orders against documentation and maintain strong inventory control processes.
- Oversee 13 route delivery fleet operations, including vehicle maintenance scheduling, driver safety training coordination, and regulatory compliance management.
- Prepare and generate warehouse productivity reports and assist management in budgeting and meeting cost targets.
- Support the development, implementation, and maintenance of warehouse management and purchasing systems.
- Establish and maintain an effective stock location system to optimize organization and picking efficiency.
- Ensure proper maintenance of the facility, equipment, and materials; recommend upgrades or replacements to support productivity.
- Maintain, enforce, and continuously improve warehouse safety programs in compliance with OSHA, state, and local regulations.
- Actively support and participate in the organization's Continuous Improvement Program.
- Collaborate with cross functional teams including Transportation, Customer Service, Inventory Control, Human Resources, and EHS.
- Perform other related duties as assigned by management.
Required Qualifications
- 2 to 4 years of progressive experience in warehouse operations or warehouse management.
- Strong working knowledge of warehouse operations, including local delivery and hazmat compliance.
- Forklift experience or prior forklift certification.
- Proficiency with computers and warehouse software systems.
- Experience with Warehouse Management Systems (WMS) and ERP platforms.
- Strong commitment to safety, with demonstrated experience working within advanced safety programs.
- Strong communication, leadership, and organizational skills.
- Ability to coach, develop, and lead warehouse personnel in a fast paced environment.
Preferred Qualifications
- Associate degree or higher in Engineering, Logistics, Management, or a related field.
- AS400 experience.
- Experience overseeing delivery fleet operations, including DOT and vehicle compliance.
Working Conditions
- While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand, walk, bend, stoop, balance, and use arms and hands to reach, pull, push, clasp, and move materials.
- Walking surfaces may include concrete and metal grating.
- The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 20 lbs and occasionally up to 50 lbs.
- The role may require work at heights or in precarious locations.
- Warehouse conditions may vary, including hot, cold, or dusty environments.
Pay
The anticipated pay range for this position is $62,800 to $82,200 annually, plus eligibility for an annual discretionary bonus.
Benefits
This position is eligible to participate in Brunswick's comprehensive benefits offerings, including medical, dental, vision, paid vacation, 401(k) (up to 4% match), Health Savings Account (with company contribution), well being program, product purchase discounts, and more.