Director of Distribution & Operations

Uline; Bethlehem (Northampton County); On-site; USD 260,000 - 350,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) with 6% employer match

Bonus programs

Paid holidays and PTO

Tuition Assistance Program

Job summary

Uline, a leading North American distributor of shipping, industrial, and packaging materials, seeks a Director of Distribution Operations. You will lead from the warehouse floor, coaching teams and driving excellence across inbound, outbound and supporting departments in a 2.5+ million sq ft operation.

Relocation assistance is available. The role commands a salary from $260,000 to $350,000 per year and requires experience managing 400+ staff with a strong KPI and WMS background.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• 10+ years leading high‑volume distribution operations.
• Direct leadership of warehouse managers and teams of 400+ people.
• Experience improving productivity, quality and safety.
• Experience with KPIs and WMS implementation.

Responsibilities

• Lead by example on the warehouse floor with daily coaching.
• Direct day‑to‑day warehouse operations across inbound/outbound support.
• Coach warehouse managers to lead 500+ employees with hands‑on leadership.
• Drive operational excellence and same‑day shipping.
• Investigate challenges and implement data‑driven improvements.

Skills

Leadership

Warehouse operations

KPIs

Problem-solving

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

WMS

Job description

700 Uline Way, Allentown, PA 18106

Morning Call’s Top Large Employer of 2026!

Are you a hands‑on warehouse leader who enjoys coaching employees, solving problems and driving operational excellence? Join Uline as a Director of Distribution Operations and lead from the warehouse floor, staying connected to daily operations while developing high‑performing teams and delivering the exceptional service our customers count on. You'll help lead one of Uline's largest distribution operations in North America, spanning over 2.5 million square feet.

Director of Distribution Operations

Pay from $260,000 to $350,000 per year

Pennsylvania Branch

700 Uline Way, Allentown, PA 18106

Morning Call’s Top Large Employer of 2026!

Relocation assistance is available for qualified candidates.

Position Responsibilities

• Lead by example on the warehouse floor, working alongside employees to ensure high levels of accuracy, productivity and safety.
• Direct all aspects of day‑to‑day warehouse operations across inbound, outbound and supporting departments.
• Coach and develop warehouse managers who lead a team of 500+ employees through daily feedback and hands‑on leadership.
• Drive operational excellence through accountability and continuous improvement to deliver industry‑leading service and same‑day shipping.
• Investigate operational challenges, remove barriers and implement practical, data‑driven improvements that strengthen warehouse performance.

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree.
• 10+ years leading high‑volume distribution operations, including direct leadership of warehouse managers and teams of 400+ people.
• Proven success improving productivity, quality and safety through operational leadership.
• Experience leading with KPIs, performance metrics and warehouse management systems (WMS).
• Strong problem‑solving, communication and decision‑making skills in a fast‑paced environment.

Benefits

• Complete health insurance coverage and 401(k) with 6% employer match that starts day one!
• Multiple bonus programs.
• Paid holidays and generous paid time off.
• Tuition Assistance Program that covers professional continuing education.

Employee Perks

• Best‑in‑class, clean, modern facilities.
• First‑class fitness center and three miles of beautifully maintained walking trails.

About Uline

Uline, a family‑owned company, is North America’s leading distributor of shipping, industrial, and packaging materials with over 10,000 employees across 15 locations.

Uline is a drug‑free workplace. All new hires must complete a pre‑employment hair follicle drug screening.

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