Distribution Manager

About the Role

We are seeking a hands-on Distribution Manager to lead warehouse and distribution operations at our Rockwood facility. This role is responsible for overseeing receiving, inventory management, order fulfillment, shipping, and warehouse personnel while ensuring safety, quality, productivity, and on-time delivery. The ideal candidate has strong leadership experience in distribution or logistics environments and a proven ability to drive continuous improvement and operational excellence.

This position is based within a manufacturing/distribution facility and combines office-based planning with hands-on warehouse leadership. The Distribution Manager will work closely with warehouse personnel, ERP/MRP systems, and cross-functional teams to ensure efficient and effective distribution operations.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily warehouse and distribution operations, including receiving, inventory movement, picking, packing, and shipping.
• Manage shipping, receiving, and inventory control processes to ensure accurate and timely order fulfillment.
• Supervise, coach, and develop warehouse team members while managing schedules and workflow.
• Monitor and improve operational performance through KPIs focused on safety, quality, productivity, and delivery.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives using Lean, Six Sigma, and root cause analysis methodologies.
• Ensure compliance with safety standards, company policies, and quality requirements.
• Manage distribution costs, resource utilization, and operational efficiency.
• Utilize ERP/MRP systems to oversee inventory, orders, and distribution workflows.
• Partner with supply chain, logistics, and operations teams to support business objectives.

Requirements

• Experience leading warehouse, distribution, logistics, or operations teams.
• Strong knowledge of inventory control, material flow, shipping, and receiving processes.
• Proven leadership, employee development, and team management skills.
• Experience with Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, or other continuous improvement methodologies.
• Proficiency with ERP/MRP systems and warehouse management processes.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and root cause analysis capabilities.
• Knowledge of warehouse safety practices and quality standards.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced manufacturing or distribution environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain, Operations Management, Engineering, or a related field.
• Experience in supply chain and logistics management.
• Background in cost control, quality management, and operational performance improvement.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
• Experience implementing continuous improvement programs in warehouse or distribution environments.

Pay

The pay range for this position is $45.00 - $45.00/hr.

Benefits

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Schedule

This is a Contract, fully onsite position based in Rockwood, TN.