Distribution Center Manager

Canon; Jamesburg (NJ); On-site; USD 77,000 - 116,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Distribution Center Manager to lead logistics activities in a bustling facility. This role involves overseeing a dedicated team, enhancing operational efficiency, and ensuring adherence to key performance metrics. The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership skills and a deep understanding of logistics management. Join a forward-thinking company that values innovation and teamwork, where your contributions will help shape the future of distribution services. This position offers a dynamic work environment and the chance to make a significant impact in a vital operational role.

Benefits

Employee referral bonus

Employee discounts

Dress for Your Day attire program

Volunteer opportunities

Canon welcome kit

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in distribution management required.
• Strong background in management and logistics necessary.
• Experience with planning and inventory control systems preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily operations of the Distribution Center and manage personnel.
• Ensure cost-efficient use of time and resources within the DC.
• Manage operational relationships with 3rd Party Service Providers.

Skills

Management

Problem Solving

Communication Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Leadership

Logistics Knowledge

Safety Training

Budget Management

Education

Bachelor's degree in a relevant field

Tools

Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint, Excel)

Warehouse Management Systems

Job description

About the Role

Canon U.S.A., Inc. is seeking a Distribution Center Manager (Manager, Logistics) who will manage all Logistics activities of a 250,000 square foot Distribution Center in Jamesburg, NJ, with five direct reports including three supervisors, and 30 warehouse staff. We are seeking an energetic, intelligent and passionate Leader of People who knows how to manage a team. The Distribution Center Manager will manage the entire distribution center functional area and will ensure quality, productivity, cost and service Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) are continuously improved. This is an operational and project management role, focused on meeting logistics objectives, mobilizing resources, leading the development of staff and improving adherence to standard operating policies and procedures. The DC manager supports strategic business initiatives on a daily basis. Has a good understanding of Logistics organizational objectives and interacts regularly with other managers across the organization. Selects, develops and evaluates performance of subordinate employees. This position requires full-time presence at your assigned office(s)/worksite(s)/territory.

Your Impact

1. Leads the daily operations of the Distribution Center, with responsibility for all facility matters and warehouse personnel ensuring the performance of a highly functioning distribution center and system.
2. Manages and analyzes the most cost-efficient means of utilizing time, space, and movement within the DC.
3. Works closely with corporate headquarters in order to aid in the achievement of monthly sales goals and ensures the execution of the timely processing and shipment of sales orders to dealers and distributors.
4. Manages operational relationship with Canon Transportation and Logistics 3rd Party Service Providers.
5. Responsible for the purchasing of all equipment and supplies for the Distribution Center.

About You: The Skills & Expertise You Bring

1. Bachelor's degree in a relevant field or equivalent experience required, plus 7 years of related experience and management of typically two or more regular full-time employees (one of whom must be exempt).
2. Requires a strong background in management with training in supervision, problem solving, and motivational skills.
3. A minimum of 5-7 years experience in distribution management along with 2-3 years experience in planning and inventory control systems.
4. A strong knowledge in freight transportation and shipping/receiving is helpful.
5. Requires excellent oral and written communications skills as well as highly developed interpersonal skills.
6. Requires ability to lead, coach, discipline and train a team of people.
7. Experience with Distribution Center safety training and programs is a plus.
8. Experience with budget management/financials is a plus.
9. Basic Microsoft office skills – Word, PowerPoint, Excel.
10. Knowledge of Warehouse Management Systems and inventory control systems a plus.
11. Requires excellent organizational skills, oral and written communications skills as well as highly developed interpersonal skills.

We are providing the anticipated salary range for this role: $77,180 - $115,580 annually.

Company Overview

About our Company - Canon U.S.A., Inc., is a leading provider of consumer, business-to-business, and industrial digital imaging solutions to the United States and to Latin America and the Caribbean markets. With approximately $29.4 billion in global revenue, its parent company, Canon Inc. as of 2023 has ranked in the top-five overall in U.S. patents granted for 38 consecutive years. Canon U.S.A. is dedicated to its Kyosei philosophy of social and environmental responsibility. To learn more about Canon, visit us at www.usa.canon.com and connect with us on LinkedIn.

Who We Are

Where Talent Fosters Innovation. Do you want your next professional experience to be filled with purpose and opportunity, world-class team members, and impactful work? Driven by our mission of exceeding customer expectations with our technologies and enriching the lives of our local communities and staff, we are a phenomenal team working collaboratively toward common goals. Our employees have a strong work ethic, creativity, and a cooperative spirit. We believe in integrity, respect, empowerment, and making a difference in the communities we serve. There is a strong sense of pride in what we do individually and together as a team. Join us and discover what it means to work for a global digital imaging leader with an unparalleled reputation for quality and innovation.

What We Offer

You’ll be joining a leader in digital imaging and innovation with an immense opportunity to make an impact and create your own rewarding career. We demonstrate commitment to our employees by offering a full range of rewards, including competitive compensation and benefits.

And Even More Perks!

• Employee referral bonus
• Employee discounts
• “Dress for Your Day” attire program (casual is welcome, based on your job function)
• Volunteer opportunities to give back to our local community
• Swag! A Canon welcome kit and official merch you can’t get anywhere else.

Canon U.S.A., Inc. offers a competitive compensation package including medical, dental, vision, 401(k) Savings Plan, discretionary profit sharing, discretionary success sharing, educational assistance, recognition programs, vacation, and much more. A more comprehensive list of what we have to offer is available at https://www.usa.canon.com/about-us/life-at-canon/benefits-and-compensation.

We comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws, regulations, orders and mandates, including those we may be required to follow as a federal government contractor/subcontractor. You must be legally authorized to work in the United States. The Company will not pursue or support visa sponsorship. All applicants must reside in the United States at the time of hire. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

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Workstyle Description

Full-Time On Site - This position requires full-time presence at your assigned office(s)/worksite(s)/territory on your scheduled work days.

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