Distribution Center Manager

Gilman Partners; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

ISCO is seeking a Distribution Center Manager in the United States to lead daily DC operations, including receiving, stocking, and outbound shipping, while developing a team of 12–15 hourly employees. You will drive safety, productivity, and inventory accuracy, coordinating with HR and leadership to achieve on-time performance and cost efficiency.

Reporting to the Plant Manager, you will implement process improvements, monitor KPIs, and champion a culture of continuous improvement and

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• 3+ years of leadership in distribution, fulfillment, or warehouse operations.
• Experience managing teams of 12–15 employees in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong background in inventory control, cycle counting, and standard work.
• Experience with continuous improvement, root cause analysis, and 5S.
• Working knowledge of ERP, WMS, TMS, and Microsoft Office.
• Lean Six Sigma experience is a plus.
• OSHA knowledge preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily distribution center operations across receiving, stocking, inventory management, and outbound shipping.
• Manage, coach, and develop a team of 12–15 hourly employees while creating clear expectations and accountability.
• Champion a safety-first culture and ensure compliance with company policies, OSHA requirements, and applicable regulations.
• Maintain >98% on-time performance and adjust labor/resources to meet demand.
• Oversee daily cycle counting and inventory control activities to maintain inventory accuracy.
• Coordinate carrier scheduling and ensure timely pickup and delivery of orders.
• Maintain warehouse organization, housekeeping, labeling, and standards.
• Conduct process audits and provide timely coaching and feedback to employees.
• Lead training, performance management, documentation, and disciplinary processes with HR and Plant Manager.
• Investigate inventory discrepancies, identify root causes, and implement corrective actions.
• Track, analyze, and present DC KPIs, performance, labor requirements, and expenses.
• Identify and implement process improvements to increase productivity, accuracy, service, and cost efficiency.

Skills

Leadership

Inventory control

Cycle counting

Continuous improvement

Problem solving

Communication

Organizational skills

Lean Six Sigma

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

ERP

WMS

TMS

Microsoft Office

Job description

• Do you enjoy building strong teams while staying closely connected to the day-to-day operation?
• Are you someone who can balance safety, service, inventory accuracy, and productivity in a fast-paced distribution environment?
• Do you like solving problems, improving processes, and creating accountability across a team?

ABOUT THE COMPANY

ISCO is a family owned and operated company born and raised in Louisville, KY that is focused on their team members’ growth. ISCO has grown into a global piping solutions provider with more than 30 facilities across the United States and Canada. They have developed and honed custom fabrication and spooling ability. They’re fabricators have decades of experience making HDPE structures such as manholes, tanks, fittings, geothermal vaults, and more. ISCO also makes sure every project has the right equipment by selling and renting tools and fusion equipment. They’re proud to serve a long and growing list of markets including municipal, waterworks, landfill, marine, golf, geothermal, industrial, energy, EPC, and more.

Reporting to the Plant Manager, the Distribution Center Manager is a visible, hands-on leader responsible for daily operations and a team of 12–15 hourly employees, with a focus on safety, inbound/outbound execution, inventory accuracy, workforce planning, employee development, and continuous improvement.

• Lead daily distribution center operations across receiving, stocking, inventory management, and outbound shipping
• Manage, coach, and develop a team of 12–15 hourly employees while creating clear expectations and accountability
• Champion a safety-first culture and ensure compliance with company policies, OSHA requirements, and applicable regulations
• Maintain greater than 98% on-time performance while adjusting labor and resources to changing customer and operational demands
• Oversee daily cycle counting and inventory control activities to maintain a high level of inventory accuracy
• Coordinate carrier scheduling and ensure timely pickup and delivery of customer orders
• Maintain warehouse organization, housekeeping, product labeling, and operational standards
• Conduct process audits and work observations while providing timely coaching and feedback to employees
• Lead employee training, performance management, documentation, and disciplinary processes in partnership with Human Resources and the Plant Manager
• Investigate inventory discrepancies and operational errors, identify root causes, and implement corrective actions
• Track, analyze, and present key distribution center KPIs, operating performance, labor requirements, and expenses
• Identify and implement process improvements that increase productivity, accuracy, service, and cost efficiency
• Support short- and long-term labor planning, expense control, scheduling, and overall distribution center planning
• Serve as a change agent by promoting communication, process discipline, continuous improvement, and employee engagement
• Maintain a hands-on presence within the operation and step into processes when necessary to support the team and customer needs

IDEAL CANDIDATE QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

• High School Diploma or equivalent required
• 3+ years of leadership experience in distribution, fulfillment, manufacturing, or warehouse operations
• Experience managing teams of 12–15 employees in a fast-paced environment
• Strong background in inventory control, cycle counting, and standard work
• Experience with continuous improvement, root cause analysis, and 5S
• Working knowledge of ERP, WMS, TMS, and Microsoft Office
• Strong problem-solving, communication, and organizational skills
• OSHA knowledge and material handling equipment experience preferred
• Lean Six Sigma experience is a plus

KEY PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES

• Leadership & Accountability: Hands-On Leader, Coach, Decisive, Holds Others Accountable, Leads by Example
• Collaboration & Communication: Clear Communicator, Conflict Resolution, Team Development, Cross-Functional Partner
• Execution & Results: Sense of Urgency, Organized, Customer Focused, Results-Oriented
• Continuous Improvement: Problem Solver, Change Agent, Process Discipline, Root Cause Mindset