Distribution Operations Manager ( Allentown, PA)

Irby Utilities; Northampton Township (Bucks County); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K Plan

Competitive Medical Plans

Paid Time Off

Paid Company Holidays

Floating Holiday

On Demand Pay

Flexible Spending Accounts

Employee Assistance Program

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Discounts

Disability Insurance

Life Insurance

Job summary

Irby Utilities seeks an experienced Distribution Operations Manager to lead a 300,000-square-foot distribution facility serving the electric utility industry. You will own warehouse operations, logistics, inventory, facilities, compliance, and financial results while building a strong team focused on safety, accountability, and dependable customer service.

You will partner with district leadership, sales, and customers to accelerate performance, resolve issues, and keep the operation moving

Qualifications

• Strong strategic thinking and problem-solving skills for complex challenges.
• Experience leading a large warehouse, distribution center, or complex branch.
• Track record of improving safety, service, productivity, cost, or inventory.
• Experience leading through supervisors or managers.
• Strong financial and operational judgment; data-informed decisions.
• Leadership style that collaborates across operations, sales, and support teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead the overall performance of a large, complex distribution operation.
• Prioritize best-in-class logistic processes and cross-branch collaboration.
• Develop and empower leaders and frontline team members through coaching and accountability.
• Improve safety, productivity, inventory accuracy, service levels, and consistency.
• Oversee shipping, receiving, order fulfillment, inventory control, transportation, facilities, and equipment.
• Manage operating expenses, working capital, and performance in partnership with district leadership.
• Establish clear processes and identify better ways to work.
• Partner with sales and customers to resolve service issues and grow the business.
• Ensure compliance with company standards, regulatory requirements, and CDL qualifications.
• Develop the leadership team and create a supportive, high-expectation workplace.

Skills

Strategic thinking

Operational leadership

Data-driven decisions

People leadership

Financial acumen

Problem solving

Job description

Distribution Operations Manager

Lead one of Irby Utilities’ largest distribution operations! Irby Utilities is looking for an experienced distribution leader to take ownership of a large, high-volume operation serving the electric utility industry. This is not a position focused on maintaining the status quo. We need a leader who can build a strong team, establish clear expectations, improve how work moves through the facility, and create an operation known for safety, accountability, efficiency, and dependable customer service. You will lead a 300,000-square-foot distribution facility handling high-dollar utility products and revenue. Your responsibility will span warehouse operations, logistics, inventory, facilities, compliance, people leadership, service performance, and financial results. You will work closely with district leadership, sales, corporate teams, and customers to solve problems and keep the operation moving forward.

What You Will Do

• Lead the overall performance of a large, complex distribution operation.
• Prioritize best-in-class logistical processes and collaboration across the branch to achieve operational excellence and superior customer service.
• Develop and empower leaders and frontline team members through coaching, mentorship, and performance management, ensuring strong execution and accountability across the operation.
• Improve safety, productivity, inventory accuracy, service levels, and operational consistency.
• Oversee shipping, receiving, order fulfillment, inventory control, transportation, facilities, and equipment.
• Manage operating expenses, working capital, and operational performance in partnership with district leadership.
• Establish and maintain clear processes while identifying better ways to work.
• Partner with sales and customers to resolve service issues and support business growth.
• Ensure compliance with company standards, regulatory requirements, and CDL-driver qualifications.
• Develop the leadership team and create a workplace where people understand what is expected and have the support to succeed.

What We Are Looking For

• Strong strategic thinking and problem-solving skills, with the ability to navigate complex challenges effectively.
• Experience leading a large warehouse, distribution center, or complex branch operation.
• A track record of improving safety, service, productivity, cost, or inventory performance.
• Experience leading through supervisors or managers.
• Strong financial and operational judgment.
• The ability to use data to identify problems and turn findings into action.
• A practical, visible leadership style and the ability to work across operations, sales, and support teams.
• Five to seven years of related distribution, logistics, or operations experience.
• Electrical, utility, industrial, or high-value product distribution experience is highly preferred.

Why work for Irby?

Irby Utilities is a crucial link in the distribution chain, connecting manufacturers to their customers in electrical power, natural gas, and broadband services. Our team delivers end-to-end solutions through logistical and operational support, sales and account management, project services, data analysis, and more. We firmly attribute our success to our people in each of these fields, and we are constantly advancing our skills and abilities.

Our Competitive Benefits?

401K Plan, Competitive Medical Plans (medical, dental, and vision), Paid Time Off, Paid Company Holidays, Floating Holiday, On Demand Pay, Flexible Spending Accounts (Health and Dependent Care), Employee Assistance Program, Tuition Reimbursement, Employee Discounts, Long-term and Short-term Disability, and Life Insurance.

About Irby

Irby is a leading fulfillment and solutions provider for utility and utility contracting marketplaces. Pairing nearly 100 years of utility experience with the industry’s top technologies and manufacturers, Irby is poised to provide innovative products and customized services to serve its nationwide client base best. Irby offers a complete portfolio to each of its core business segments: distribution, transmission, substation, generation, renewable energy, EPC, fiber/broadband communications, and gas. Visit irby.com for more. Stay up to date with Irby, follow us on Facebook and LinkedIn.

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