Logistics and Distribution Center General Manager

PARR is the total source for homebuilding supplies, solutions, and services, focusing on supplying building materials and solutions to professional home builders of all sizes, including custom builders, large production builders, and multifamily builders.

About the role

The General Manager - Logistics and Distribution Center is responsible for using the company’s FACE values, mission, and vision to lead an inclusive, high-performing team and achieve the location’s operational, safety, service, and financial goals. This role leads employees across logistics, distribution, yard, delivery, inventory, and support functions, ensuring all team members have the tools, communication, training, and support needed to succeed. The General Manager implements operational strategies to support efficient logistics and distribution center operations, accurate inventory management, safe material handling, timely order fulfillment, and consistent customer service.

The General Manager models servant leadership, builds a respectful and welcoming work environment for people of all backgrounds, participates in the community, and strives for continuous self-improvement. This position reports directly to the VP of Purchasing and interacts daily with warehouse, yard, delivery, administrative, sales, and customer-facing teams, as well as corporate employees, vendor representatives, and industry associates.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop warehouse, yard, delivery, inventory, and support teams.
• Establish clear expectations, provide coaching and feedback, and maintain accountability for performance.
• Support recruiting, onboarding, employee development, succession planning, evaluations, and performance management.
• Foster an engaged, team-oriented culture focused on safety, collaboration, communication, and continuous improvement.
• Promote cross-training and career development opportunities across the operation.
• Direct daily distribution center and logistics operations, including receiving, storage, inventory management, order fulfillment, delivery coordination, and customer service.
• Ensure operational efficiency, inventory accuracy, productivity, on-time delivery performance, and quality standards.
• Collaborate with Purchasing, Sales, Fleet, and Operations teams to forecast demand and optimize inventory levels.
• Develop, manage, and execute budgets while controlling operating expenses and achieving financial goals.
• Analyze operational metrics and implement corrective actions and process improvements as needed.
• Maintain a safe working environment and ensure compliance with company policies and applicable regulations, including DOT requirements.
• Lead accident investigations, safety initiatives, equipment inspection processes, and corrective actions.
• Ensure proper maintenance of facilities, fleet, and equipment.
• Support safety committee activities, training programs, and ongoing safety awareness initiatives.
• Promote transparent, respectful, and effective communication across all departments.
• Resolve customer concerns promptly and professionally.
• Build strong relationships with employees, customers, vendors, and business partners.
• Communicate company goals, performance results, and operational priorities to ensure alignment and accountability.
• Achieve operational, financial, safety, and employee engagement objectives.
• Monitor key performance indicators including inventory accuracy, productivity, on-time/in-full performance, safety metrics, and employee retention.
• Lead continuous improvement efforts that enhance customer service, operational effectiveness, and profitability.
• Maintain facilities and operations consistent with PARR's brand standards.
• Perform all other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• 3 years prior supervisory/management experience; previous experience managing or supporting a distribution warehouse, logistics, fulfillment, inventory, building materials, or similar operation preferred.
• Knowledge of management principles, practices, and protocols.
• Knowledge of lumber, plywood, building materials, inventory control, warehouse operations, and purchasing principles, practices, and protocols.
• Knowledge of the effects of “market conditions” upon the wood products industry.
• Ability to communicate effectively with team members, customers, vendors, and business partners.
• Proficiency in operating personal computer, smartphone, scanner, and other necessary equipment.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Class C driver’s license or reliable alternative transportation required.

Interpersonal Skills

• Ability to work cordially, professionally, diplomatically, and with a high level of customer service in a dynamic environment.
• Demonstrate sound judgment in dealing with sensitive business matters with internal and external customers of all types.
• Must maintain confidentiality and accuracy of all information related to company finances and records, particularly cost of goods purchased and sold.
• Ability and willingness to identify processes, tools, and/or procedures that may be improved to enhance workplace outcomes for customers.
• Ability to communicate with all levels of management and employees at a high skill level, including in-person (verbal and non-verbal), written, email, telephone, and public speaking to medium-sized groups.
• Strong focus, planning, organizational, and time management skills with the ability to manage changing priorities, handle multiple projects, and meet deadlines while maintaining attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to function independently, as part of a team, and as a leader with a positive attitude, strong work ethic, and commitment to excellence.
• Ability to think and respond quickly, positively, and professionally to constantly changing circumstances.
• Ability to appropriately manage stress and interact with others.

Working Conditions

The Logistics and Distribution General Manager works in an office with a computer, distribution warehouse, and yard, and walks the outdoor section of the yard. The working hours typically fall between 7am – 5 pm.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to sit and/or stand for extended periods of time.
• Ability to work indoors in a normal office environment for an entire day.
• Must be able to grasp, talk, hear, and operate a computer and keyboard.
• Must be able to lift/push/pull up to 50 pounds and carry objects 50 feet.
• Must be able to work outdoors in all weather conditions.
• Must be able to drive a vehicle when necessary.
• Both local and overnight travel may be required.

Direct Reports

Assistant Logistics and Distribution Center General Manager

Pay

$106,404 - $128,806

Benefits

• 2 weeks of vacation per year starting on day 1, with an additional day earned every year worked (up to 4 weeks).
• Employee-paid sick days.
• 7 holidays.
• Standard medical plan with a $1,000 deductible.
• Dental, Vision, and EAP (Employee Assistance Program).
• Coverage for Massage, Chiropractic, and Acupuncture.
• FSA (Flexible Spending Account) and Childcare pre-tax spending programs.
• Footwear subsidy through boot vendor after 90 days of employment.
• Up to 50% match on the first 6% contributed to your 401(k) after 1 year of employment, fully vested at the end of the 3rd year.
• 3% profit share contribution to the 401(k), with Board approval.
• Tuition reimbursement (up to $2,500/year).
• Annual profit sharing (every full-time employee who worked the full year earned a minimum of $525 for 2024).
• $1,000 referral bonus.

PARR promotes from within, offering transparent pay structures and opportunities for career growth. Many members of the management team started in entry-level positions. The company values employees like family, provides a safe work environment, and maintains a well-established reputation in the building material supply industry.