Distribution Center Manager (1155090)

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

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

401k matching

PTO 3 weeks

Job summary

The Judge Group is seeking a Distribution Center Manager in Hebron, KY to oversee end-to-end distribution center operations for a 325,000 sq ft facility with 200 employees. You will manage receiving, inventory, picking, packing, and outbound shipping while driving safety, quality, and service targets.

You will lead supervisors and frontline teams, drive performance against metrics, and optimize labor and workflow.

Qualifications

• 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)
• Lean/Six Sigma certification (Green or Black Belt)

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

Leadership

Operations management

Lean Six Sigma

Data-driven decisions

Budget management

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

SAP

Oracle

Job description

Location

Hebron, KY

Salary

$115,000.00 USD Annually - $130,000.00 USD Annually

Description

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 is 325,000 square feet, 200 employees, non-union, and 30,000+ SKUs serving a wide variety of OEM customers.

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