3-Facility Distribution Leader - Inventory & Shipments

Milwaukee-Tool; Olive Branch (MS); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) savings plan

Education assistance

On-site wellness, fitness center, food

Job summary

Milwaukee Tool is seeking a Sr. Distribution Manager to oversee safety, productivity, and quality in a multi-site distribution center. You will manage first-line supervisors and hundreds of hourly staff, ensuring on-time shipping for diverse customers.

This role focuses on Lean leadership and cross-functional coordination. You will drive continuous improvement, cost savings, and process design enhancements while aligning with senior leadership on safety and resource requirements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Industrial Engineering or related field.
• Strong knowledge of distribution principles, lean tools, and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of supervisors and managers across 3 facilities including inbound, picking, outbound, and cycle counting.
• Ensure on-time shipments, fill rate, and accuracy for a large customer base via truckload, LTL, and parcel.
• Develop and manage continuous improvement projects and coordinate cross-functional resources.
• Mentor leaders and associates in lean management tools and strategy deployment.

Skills

Lean principles

Analytical thinking

Leadership

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Industrial Engineering

Tools

WMS

Automation Systems

Job description

Milwaukee Tool is seeking a Sr. Distribution Manager to oversee safety, productivity, and quality in a multi-site distribution center. You will manage first-line supervisors and hundreds of hourly staff, ensuring on-time shipping for diverse customers.

This role focuses on Lean leadership and cross-functional coordination. You will drive continuous improvement, cost savings, and process design enhancements while aligning with senior leadership on safety and resource requirements.