Director of Distribution

Addison Group; Commerce (CA); On-site; USD 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Competitive compensation package

Job summary

Addison Group is seeking an experienced Distribution Center Director to lead multi-site warehouse operations across three centers in California. The role drives inventory control, on-time shipping, safety, and continuous improvement while partnering with procurement, customer service, and sales.

You will coach and develop teams, analyze KPI data, standardize processes, and ensure compliance with policies. A hands-on leader with strong communication and problem-solving skills is essential to

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Logistics, Supply Chain Management, or related field.
• Proven experience managing warehouse or distribution center operations.
• Experience overseeing multi-site distribution operations is strongly preferred.
• Strong leadership and team-management skills.
• Demonstrated ability to coach, develop, and hold warehouse teams accountable.
• Strong understanding of inventory management, order fulfillment, shipping, and warehouse operations.
• Experience working with Warehouse Management Systems (WMS).
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Experience using operational KPIs and performance metrics to drive improvements.
• Excellent communication and cross-functional collaboration skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day operations across three distribution centers, including inventory management, order fulfillment, shipping, receiving, and logistics.
• Travel to each distribution center quarterly to assess operations, meet with teams, and drive consistency across locations.
• Lead, coach, and develop warehouse employees, providing training, performance feedback, and ongoing support.
• Establish clear performance expectations and promote a culture of accountability, safety, and operational excellence.
• Ensure compliance with company policies and applicable safety requirements.
• Monitor warehouse KPIs and operational metrics to identify trends, inefficiencies, and opportunities for improvement.
• Use data and reporting tools to improve productivity, inventory accuracy, order fulfillment, and service levels.
• Identify and implement process improvements that increase efficiency and reduce operational issues.
• Ensure customer orders are processed accurately and shipped within required service‑level expectations.
• Oversee inventory processes to maintain accurate inventory levels and minimize discrepancies.
• Partner with Procurement, Customer Service, Sales, and other departments to ensure seamless coordination and timely delivery of products.
• Standardize processes and best practices across all distribution centers.
• Utilize the WMS and business intelligence tools to monitor performance and support operational decision‑making.
• Address operational challenges, resolve issues, and implement sustainable solutions.

Skills

Leadership

Team management

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

KPIs

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s in Business/Logistics or related

Tools

WMS

Microsoft Office

BI tools

Job description

Operations Overview

Our client is seeking an experienced Distribution Center Director to oversee multi-site warehouse operations and ensure efficient, accurate, and timely distribution of products. This role will be responsible for day-to-day distribution operations, inventory management, order fulfillment, shipping, team leadership, safety, and continuous improvement.

The ideal candidate is a hands‑on leader with strong warehouse and distribution experience who can analyze operational data, improve processes, and build a high‑performing team across multiple facilities.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee day‑to‑day operations across three distribution centers, including inventory management, order fulfillment, shipping, receiving, and logistics.
• Travel to each distribution center quarterly to assess operations, meet with teams, and drive consistency across locations.
• Lead, coach, and develop warehouse employees, providing training, performance feedback, and ongoing support.
• Establish clear performance expectations and promote a culture of accountability, safety, and operational excellence.
• Ensure compliance with company policies and applicable safety requirements.
• Monitor warehouse KPIs and operational metrics to identify trends, inefficiencies, and opportunities for improvement.
• Use data and reporting tools to improve productivity, inventory accuracy, order fulfillment, and service levels.
• Identify and implement process improvements that increase efficiency and reduce operational issues.
• Ensure customer orders are processed accurately and shipped within required service‑level expectations.
• Oversee inventory processes to maintain accurate inventory levels and minimize discrepancies.
• Partner with Procurement, Customer Service, Sales, and other departments to ensure seamless coordination and timely delivery of products.
• Standardize processes and best practices across all distribution centers.
• Utilize the WMS and business intelligence tools to monitor performance and support operational decision‑making.
• Address operational challenges, resolve issues, and implement sustainable solutions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Logistics, Supply Chain Management, or a related field preferred.
• Proven experience managing warehouse or distribution center operations.
• Experience overseeing multi‑site distribution operations is strongly preferred.
• Strong leadership and team‑management skills.
• Demonstrated ability to coach, develop, and hold warehouse teams accountable.
• Strong understanding of inventory management, order fulfillment, shipping, and warehouse operations.
• Experience working with Warehouse Management Systems (WMS).
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving abilities.
• Experience using operational KPIs and performance metrics to drive improvements.
• Excellent communication and cross‑functional collaboration skills.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and warehouse/business reporting systems.
• Ability and willingness to travel to distribution centers approximately every 3-4 months.
• Base salary $150K - $190K based on experience
• Annual bonus eligibility based on experience
• Comprehensive benefits package including health, retirement, and additional perks

Why choose Addison Group?

• Pay: We negotiate high salaries using US Bureau of Labor Statistics
• Benefits & Bonuses: You are eligible for medical, dental, vision insurance benefits, 401K, and monetary bonuses
• Permanent Employment: Many of Addison's Administrative job openings lead to potential permanent employment
• Connections: You connect directly with hiring managers from renowned organizations
• Options: You are presented multiple employment options near your home
• Professional Development: You are provided hiring process advice, resume revision, and employment term negotiation

Addison Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Addison Group provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. Addison Group complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. Reasonable accommodation is available for qualified individuals with disabilities upon request.