Distribution Warehouse Operations Manager

About the role

The Operations Manager leads distribution center operations in a specific department, ensuring the efficient, accurate, and cost-effective movement of goods across all functions—including receiving, stocking, order fulfillment, sortation, and shipping. This role drives operational excellence, develops leaders, and ensures a safe, high-performing work environment.

Responsibilities

• Plan, direct, and supervise the activities of distribution center leaders to ensure that receiving, stocking, order filling, and shipping is maintained according to company standards of productivity and cost control.
• Develop, implement, and monitor long and short-range operating plans to control distribution cost and effectiveness.
• Train and develop management personnel in leadership and technical aspects of warehouse distribution.
• Maintain a safe and clean work environment in compliance with OSHA, and other regulations.
• Create and execute annual operating budgets in conjunction with director of logistics/administration.
• Respond to questions, requests, and problems from corporate and retail locations.
• Promote a stable work environment with open lines of communication with subordinates.
• Participate in setting goals and establishing direction for distribution operations.
• Ensure safe keeping and proper use of corporate assets to include inventory and equipment.
• Work closely with Team Leaders and all levels of leaderships to enhance performance and create developmental plans for growth and development.
• Establish/Maintain practices for Distribution Center Operations.

Requirements

• 5-7 years of progressive experience in the distribution field.
• Must have demonstrated experience in all functions of distribution.
• Bachelor’s degree in business administration or related field experience.
• 5-7 years supervisory and training experience.
• Knowledge of material handling equipment and distribution management processes.
• General working mainframe systems knowledge (preferably AS400 and RF scanning).

Qualifications

• Ability to sit/stand for long periods of time.
• Ability to lift, up to 75lbs.
• Dress code is casual and clean.

Skills

• Ability to motivate, team build, and coach.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Strong analytical skills.
• Shift and departmental flexibility.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision coverage, plus an Employee Assistance Program.
• 401(k) savings plan with company match and Roth contribution option.
• Robust wellness program featuring virtual fitness classes, health advocacy, and more.
• Generous paid time off, including vacation, sick time, and personal holidays.
• Exclusive perks like sample sales and up to 30% employee discount (plus your designated shopper).
• Commitment to work-life balance.
• A collaborative culture where you’re valued—we truly think the world of our team members.

Pay

Salary Range for the Operations Manager position in Virginia - $90,000-$125,000/annually

Schedule

Full time and Part time associates are eligible to participate in the Company’s 401(k) retirement savings plan after three (3) months of service. Benefits for full-time employment on the first of the month following 30 days of continuous employment include offerings for programs including Medical, Dental, Vision, Prescription Drug, Life Insurance, Flexible Spending, Commuter Benefits and Employee Assistance.