Distribution Manager

YSI Incorporated; Emmaboda kommun; On-site; SEK 511,628 - 744,186; Full time

Job summary

YSI Incorporated is looking for a Distribution Manager to lead its Distribution Center in Emmaboda, Sweden. This role involves ensuring operational excellence and collaborating with internal and external stakeholders globally.

The ideal candidate will have strong industrial operations and supply chain experience, as well as a university degree in logistics, engineering, or business. Proficiency in English is required, and Swedish is a plus. This is a full-time on-site position.

Qualifications

• Experience in industrial operations and supply chain leadership.
• Hands-on knowledge of Lean methodologies.
• Fluency in English, proficiency in Swedish is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Oversee operations and development of the SDC in Emmaboda.
• Drive performance and efficiency across global operations.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders and external suppliers.
• Represent the organization in a global context.

Skills

Lean methodologies

Industrial operations

Supply chain management

Strong communication skills

Education

University degree in logistics, engineering, or business

Job description

## Distribution ManagerApplyremote type: Onsitelocations: Emmabodatime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: R48338Xylem is a Fortune 500 global water solutions company dedicated to advancing sustainable impact and empowering the people who make water work every day. As a leading water technology company with 23,000 employees operating in over 150 countries, Xylem is at the forefront of addressing the world's most critical water challenges. We invite passionate individuals to join our team, dedicated to exceeding customer expectations through innovative and sustainable solutions.At Xylem, we are united by a common purpose: solving water challenges through innovative and sustainable solutions. We are now looking for an experienced leader to take on the role of Distribution Manager to our Distribution Center in Emmaboda, Sweden.**About the Role**As Manager of the Supply & Distribution Center (SDC) you will have an important role in a highly international environment, ensuring operational excellence while acting as a central interface between internal functions, suppliers, and commercial teams worldwide. You lead an organization of approximately 120 employees, with 4 managers and 2 technicians reporting to you.**Key Responsibilities**In this role, you have full responsibility for both the operations and the continuous development of the SDC Lindås, supporting global distribution to more than 125 countries. You drive performance, efficiency, and continuous improvement across operations, with a strong focus on Lean principles.A key part of the role is to ensure strong collaboration across the entire value chain, working closely with internal stakeholders, supplying units, external suppliers, and commercial teams. You will also act as a front-facing representative of the organization in a global context, building and maintaining strong relationships with international partners. In addition, you will serve as a member of the global Distribution & Order Management leadership team within Water Infrastructure (WI), collaborating closely with peers across the global organization. Finally, you will drive alignment between global strategies and local execution, ensuring that business objectives are effectively achieved.**Your profile**We are looking for an experienced leader with a strong foundation in industrial operations and supply chain. The ideal candidate brings solid knowledge and hands-on experience of Lean methodologies, combined with a university degree in logistics, engineering, business, or a related field.You have built a solid foundation in manufacturing, distribution, and/or logistics, and are ready to take on a broader leadership role in a global environment. With strong communication skills, you are able to collaborate effectively across functions. Fluency in English is required, while proficiency in Swedish is considered a strong advantage.**Information**If you have any questions, you are welcome to contact the responsible recruiter, Daniel Långberg, at [e-mail]. Selection and interviews are conducted on an ongoing basis – we encourage you to submit your application as soon as possible.Union representative is Anna Skansfors Unionen, for Sveriges ingenjörer / Akademikerförbundet is Jenny Johansson, for IF Metall Sofie Malmborg, and for Ledarna Martin Johansson, phone [phone].