Distribution Manager

Uline; Antioch (IL); On-site; USD 95,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) with 6% employer match

Bonuses

Paid holidays and generous PTO

Tuition Assistance

Job summary

Uline, a family-owned leader in shipping, industrial and packaging materials, is seeking a Distribution Manager for its Wisconsin Distribution Center in Pleasant Prairie. You will lead from the warehouse floor, coaching a 500+ team across inbound, outbound and support functions, and drive safety, accuracy and on-time shipping.

The role emphasizes developing high-performing supervisors, applying KPIs and continuous improvement within a 1.5 million square foot facility to deliver exceptional

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• 7+ years leading high-volume distribution operations with 400+ employees.
• Proven track record improving productivity, quality and safety through operational leadership.
• Experience with KPI-driven management and warehouse management systems (WMS).
• Strong problem-solving and communication in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead by example on the warehouse floor, coaching employees for accuracy, productivity and safety.
• Direct day-to-day warehouse operations across inbound, outbound and supporting departments.
• Coach and develop warehouse managers leading teams of 400+ to deliver results.
• Drive operational excellence through accountability and continuous improvement for industry-leading service and same-day shipping.
• Investigate operational challenges and implement data-driven improvements.

Skills

Leadership

KPI-driven management

Problem-solving

Communication

Decision-making

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

WMS

Job description

Distribution Manager

Wisconsin Distribution Center

12885 104th Street, Pleasant Prairie, WI 53158

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 Pleasant Prairie, 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

• Best-in-class, clean, modern facilities.
• First-class fitness center with complimentary personal trainers.
• Over four miles of beautifully maintained walking trails.

About Uline

Uline, a family-owned company, is North America’s leading distributor of shipping, industrial, and packaging materials with over 9,800 employees across 14 locations.

Uline is a drug-free workplace. All new hires must complete a pre-employment hair follicle drug screening.

EEO/AA Employer/Vet/Disabled

Our employees make the difference and we are committed to offering exceptional benefits and perks!