Distribution Manager: Lead Warehouse Ops & KPI Excellence

McLane Company, Inc.; Jessup (Lackawanna County); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

FSA/HSA

Company-paid life insurance

Paid time off from day one

Pet insurance

Maternity/paternity leave

Employee assistance programs

Discount programs

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

McLane Company, Inc. is seeking a Distribution Manager to establish and maintain the smooth operation of the Distribution/Warehousing Department, providing 24‑hour coverage for our facilities.

You will lead safety initiatives, control costs, and drive KPI results across the organization. The role requires 5+ years of warehousing experience, strong knowledge of distribution systems, and proven leadership in a large team.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• At least 5 years of outbound and inbound warehousing experience.
• Knowledge of distribution systems.
• Experience managing a large warehouse staff and salary adjustments.
• Understand financial statements and cost implications; cost‑effective solutions.
• Computer skills (Excel, Outlook, Word, Access).
• This position requires the ability to read, write, and understand English at a professional level.

Responsibilities

• Maintain facility in a safe manner according to company and legal standards; investigate and resolve unsafe conditions; coordinate safety investigations.
• Benchmark and manage warehouse aspects of profit and loss statement; ensure procedures are cost‑effective.
• Assign accountability within staff to track KPI and performance.
• Assist Transportation Manager to resolve issues between warehousing and distribution.
• Provide training, conduct performance reviews and recommend salary adjustments.
• Additional duties and/or special projects may be assigned by the supervisor.

Skills

Warehousing experience

Distribution systems knowledge

Cost management

Leadership

Excel / MS Office

Education

Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field

Tools

AS/400 mainframe computing

Job description

McLane Company, Inc. is seeking a Distribution Manager to establish and maintain the smooth operation of the Distribution/Warehousing Department, providing 24‑hour coverage for our facilities.

You will lead safety initiatives, control costs, and drive KPI results across the organization. The role requires 5+ years of warehousing experience, strong knowledge of distribution systems, and proven leadership in a large team.