Distribution Center Manager

The Judge Group; Hebron Estates (KY); On-site; USD 115,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Life

STD

LTD

401k match 6%

3 weeks PTO

Job summary

The Judge Group is seeking a Distribution Center Manager in Hebron, KY to oversee end-to-end DC operations, driving safety, quality and service targets. This role manages 200 employees across a 325,000 sq ft facility serving OEM customers.

Responsibilities include leading inbound, storage, picking, packing, and outbound shipping while optimizing labor, costs, and safety. Requires 7+ years in distribution/warehouse/manufacturing ops and Lean Six Sigma certification.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field;Experience will be considered in lieu.
• 7+ years of experience in distribution, warehouse, or manufacturing plant operations.
• 7+ years of direct people leadership experience, leading large teams (100+ employees).
• Lean/Six Sigma certification (Green or Black Belt).
• ERP experience (SAP or Oracle preferred).
• 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.

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

Skills

People leadership

Operational excellence

Lean Six Sigma

Data-driven decisions

Analytical skills

Inventory control

Budget management

Cross-functional work

Leadership

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

SAP

Oracle

Job description

Distribution Center Manager

The Distribution Center Manager is responsible for end-to-end distribution center operations and driving operational excellence across receiving, inventory, and shipping while ensuring safety, quality, and service targets are consistently met. The facility is325,000 square feet, 200 employees, non-union, and 30,000+ SKUs serving a wide variety of OEM customers.

Location: Hebron, KY

Compensation: $115,000 - $130,000 base salary + 10% bonus.

Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, STD, LTD, 401k match 6%, 3 weeks PTO.

Key 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

Qualifications Seeking

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution (Experience will be considered in lieu)
• 7+ years of experience in distribution, warehouse, or manufacturing plant operations
• 7+ years of direct people leadership experience, leading large teams (100+ employees)
• Experience as Manager or lead of a Distribution Center/warehouse/manufacturing plant
• Lean/Six sigma certification (Green or Black Belt)
• ERP experience (SAP or Oracle preferred)
• 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

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