Distribution Operations Manager

Lead Inventory Excellence

Operational Leadership
Oversee day-to-day inventory operations, ensuring production, accuracy, and service standards are consistently met.
Lead a team of supervisors responsible for inventory execution and associate performance.
Align staffing and schedules with inbound and outbound volume demands.
Partner closely with Transportation, Shipping, and campus departments to ensure seamless inventory flow across the operation.

People Leadership & Development
Serve as a key operational leader under the direction of the Campus Manager.
Build, coach, and inspire a high-performing inventory team.
Lead hiring, onboarding, training, and development of supervisors and associates.
Drive performance through clear expectations, regular feedback, coaching, and accountability.
Act as a mentor and coach for supervisor trainees progressing through the DLOT curriculum.
Conduct departmental meetings to reinforce priorities, performance, and company values.

Safety, Quality & Accountability
Champion a culture of safety and accountability, minimizing accidents and injuries through proactive leadership.
Hold teams accountable for delivering the highest-quality product to retail partners and customers.
Ensure compliance with company policies, procedures, and operational standards.

Continuous Improvement & Lean Leadership
Act as a change agent, leading lean education, adoption, and sustainability within assigned operations.
Identify and eliminate waste, inefficiencies, and non-value-added activities.
Drive improvements that enhance productivity, reduce costs, and improve the working environment.
Foster a continuous improvement mindset by engaging associates in idea generation and solution implementation.

Performance, Reporting & Financial Stewardship

Manage labor costs while improving productivity and operational performance.
Develop, implement, and deliver against budget and operational goals.
Provide accurate reporting and insights to the Campus Manager and leadership team.
Recommend and implement process and procedural improvements that maximize efficiency and throughput.

What You Bring

• Strong ability to communicate business priorities in a way that aligns and motivates associates
• Effective analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to implement practical solutions
• Proven leadership skills with a focus on associate engagement, morale, and performance
• Excellent written, verbal, and customer service communication skills
• Flexibility to work all shifts and weekends as business needs require
• High school diploma or equivalent (college degree or equivalent experience preferred)
• Powered industrial equipment certification (where applicable)
• 3-5 years of management experience
• Experience in a distribution or warehouse environment
• Familiarity with Warehouse Management Systems (WMS) and supporting tools (RF, voice selection)
• Basic understanding of business and financial reporting