Distribution Operations Leader — Build High-Impact Teams

ADUSA Distribution; Butner (NC); On-site; USD 93,000 - 139,000; Full time

Job summary

ADUSA Distribution is seeking a Manager, Distribution Operations to lead day-to-day shipping operations and drive performance across assigned areas. You will inspire and develop frontline leaders while ensuring safe, efficient, and accurate product movement to retail partners and customers, fostering accountability and continuous improvement.

You'll collaborate across Distribution, Transportation, and Inventory Management to solve real operational challenges and deliver measurable results that

Qualifications

• 3-5 years in a leadership role within distribution or a fast-paced operational environment.
• High school diploma or equivalent; college degree preferred.
• Strong leadership, analytics, and Lean continuous improvement mindset.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end operations for assigned shipping areas, ensuring production, quality, safety, and service standards are met.
• Coach and develop supervisors and frontline associates through performance planning and feedback.
• Build highly engaged teams that deliver the best possible product to customers.
• Plan labor and staffing to match inbound and outbound volume and productivity.
• Champion Lean principles and drive continuous improvement across areas.

Skills

Leadership

Analytics

Communication

Prioritization

Lean

Recordkeeping

Reporting

Labor planning

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

College degree or equivalent experience (preferred)

Tools

Powered industrial equipment

Job description

ADUSA Distribution is seeking a Manager, Distribution Operations to lead day-to-day shipping operations and drive performance across assigned areas. You will inspire and develop frontline leaders while ensuring safe, efficient, and accurate product movement to retail partners and customers, fostering accountability and continuous improvement.

You'll collaborate across Distribution, Transportation, and Inventory Management to solve real operational challenges and deliver measurable results that