Distribution Leader — 500+ Team, Same-Day Shipping

Uline; Kenosha (WI); On-site; USD 90,000 - 135,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) with employer match

Paid holidays

Paid time off

Tuition assistance

Job summary

Uline Kenosha is seeking a Distribution Manager to lead distribution operations across a 1.5+ million square foot facility. You will coach 500+ employees on the warehouse floor, driving safety, accuracy, and speed while working hands-on with daily operations.

The role emphasizes data-driven improvements, KPI tracking, and cross-functional collaboration to maintain industry-leading service levels and same-day shipping.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• 7+ years leading high-volume distribution operations.
• Experience managing 400+ employees.
• Experience with KPIs and warehouse management systems (WMS).
• Strong problem-solving and communication in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead by example on the warehouse floor, coaching and guiding staff to high productivity and safety.
• Direct all day-to-day warehouse operations across inbound, outbound and supporting departments.
• Coach and develop warehouse managers who lead 500+ employees.
• Drive operational excellence and continuous improvement for industry-leading service and same-day shipping.
• Investigate challenges and implement data-driven improvements to strengthen performance.

Skills

Leadership

Problem-solving

Communication

Decision-making

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

WMS

Job description

Distribution Manager

Kenosha Branch

12355 Uline Way, Kenosha, WI 53144

Are you a hands-on warehouse leader who enjoys coaching employees, solving problems and driving operational excellence? Join Uline as a Distribution Manager 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 Uline's distribution operations in Kenosha, spanning over 1.5 million square feet.

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.
• 7+ 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

• Café featuring affordable daily meal options from local restaurants.
• On-site fitness center and beautifully maintained walking paths.
• Best-in-class, clean, modern facilities.

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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