Manager, Distribution Center & Warehouse Operations

We are seeking an experienced Distribution Center Manager to lead operations within our new Youngsville, NC-based 550,000 sq. ft. facility, overseeing a team of approximately 125 employees. Relocation assistance is available to the Raleigh-Durham area from within the US. Minimal travel is expected (~10%).

About the role

This role is responsible for driving operational excellence across receiving, inventory, and shipping while ensuring safety, quality, and service targets are consistently met.

Responsibilities

• Lead all daily distribution center operations, including inbound, storage, picking, packing, and outbound shipping
• Manage, coach, and develop a workforce including supervisors and frontline teams
• Drive performance against key metrics such as order accuracy, on-time delivery, productivity, and cost
• Ensure high levels of inventory accuracy through effective controls and cycle counting programs
• Optimize labor planning, staffing, and workflow to meet demand and improve efficiency
• Champion a strong safety culture and ensure compliance with all OSHA and company standards
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives to enhance productivity, quality, and cost performance
• Partner cross-functionally with supply chain, transportation, and customer service teams
• Manage operating budgets and identify cost-saving opportunities

Requirements

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution
• Minimum 7 years of experience in distribution, warehouse, or manufacturing plant operations
• Minimum 5 years of direct people leadership experience

Eaton will not consider applicants for employment immigration sponsorship or support for this position.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience leading large teams (50+ people)
• Experience as Manager or lead of a Distribution Center/warehouse/manufacturing plant
• Greenfield/startup DC experience
• Lean/Six sigma certification
• SAP ERP experience

Skills

• Knowledge of warehouse management and ERP systems
• Experience with inventory control and logistics operations
• Analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Manage operating budget, including labor, equipment, and facility costs
• Proven leadership, problem-solving, and analytical skills
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, results-driven environment
• Continuous improvement mindset with Lean/Six Sigma exposure
• Data-driven decision-making and problem-solving skills

Pay

The expected annual salary range for this role is $146,000 - $215,000 a year. This position is also eligible for a variable incentive program.

Benefits

Eaton provides various Health and Welfare benefits as well as Retirement benefits, and several programs that provide for paid and unpaid time away from work. Specific programs and options available to an employee may depend on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements.