Distribution Operations Manager - Savannah

Shaw Contract EMEA

Savannah (GA)

On-site

USD 90,000 - 120,000

Full time

15 hours ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance

401 (k) Retirement Savings Plan

Paid Time Off

Career Development & Education Support

Job summary

Shaw Industries Group, Inc. is seeking a Distribution Operations Manager for its Savannah RDC. You will lead a team of about 20 associates across two shifts, overseeing receiving, processing, shipping, storing and delivering flooring products throughout GA and SC.

The role emphasizes safety, customer experience, cost control, and continuous improvement, with close collaboration with Sales and Customer Service to meet service levels.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree (or equivalent) with 1+ year logistics experience; or an associate degree with 3+ years; or high school diploma with 5–7 years of logistics management/supervisor experience.
Ability to lead and coach large teams across shifts and locations.
Willingness and ability to travel regionally as needed.

Responsibilities

Oversee the Regional Distribution Center (RDC) operations, ensuring safety, service, engagement and cost efficiency.
Provide clear direction to associates across all shifts and remove barriers to daily execution.
Collaborate with Sales and Customer Service to resolve exceptions and uphold service standards.
Report facility performance to Director of Regional Operations and identify improvement opportunities.
Maintain a safe working environment and ensure DOT compliance and safety protocols.
Motivate and empower staff to meet goals and drive continuous improvement.

Skills

Leadership experience

Communication skills

Cross-functional collaboration

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor's degree | logistics

Associate degree | logistics

High school diploma/GED + 5–7 years logistics management

Job description

Distribution Operations Manager - Savannah

Position Overview

Shaw Industries Group, Inc. is a leader in flooring and other surface solutions designed for residential housing, commercial spaces and outdoor environments. Leveraging strengths in design, innovation and operational excellence, the company takes a people-centered, customer-focused, and growth-minded approach to meet diverse market needs. It creates differentiated customer experiences through its expansive portfolio of brands: Anderson Tuftex, COREtec, Shaw Floors, Patcraft, Philadelphia Commercial, Shaw Contract, Shaw Sports Turf, Shawgrass, Southwest Greens, Watershed Geo and more.

Headquartered in Dalton, Georgia, Shaw is a wholly owned subsidiary of Berkshire Hathaway, Inc. with more than $6 billion in annual sales and 18,000 associates worldwide.

Lead with purpose in a dynamic logistics environment! Shaw Industries is seeking a Distribution Operations Manager to oversee the daily operations of its Regional Distribution Center in Savannah, GA. This leadership role is responsible for guiding a team of 20 associates — including drivers, and warehouse associates —across two shifts. The facility supports key logistics functions such as receiving, processing, shipping, storing, and delivering flooring products throughout Georgia and South Carolina. This is a strategic opportunity to drive operational excellence within a fast-paced, customer-focused distribution network.

Responsibilities

Oversee the overall performance of the Regional Distribution Center (RDC), ensuring excellence in safety, customer experience, associate engagement, and cost efficiency.
Provide clear, consistent direction to associates across all shifts, removing operational barriers and promoting effective daily execution.
Drive accountability by working directly with your team to reinforce performance expectations, provide coaching, and support their ongoing growth and engagement.
Collaborate daily with Sales and Customer Service teams to resolve customer exceptions and uphold Shaw’s high standards for service delivery.
Communicate regularly with Director of Regional Operations to report on facility performance and identify opportunities for continuous improvement.
Maintain a safe working environment for all associates, ensuring compliance with DOT regulations and company safety protocols.
Motivate and empower associates to meet facility goals, implementing process improvements and fostering a culture of ownership and initiative.
Expand market presence for Shaw Truck by negotiating freight rates and securing new business, while ensuring customer needs are met consistently.
Optimize the use of transportation equipment and personnel to ensure timely and efficient delivery and pick-up services.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree and 1+ year of logistics experience; or associate degree and 3+ years of logistics experience or High School Diploma/GED & 5-7 years of logistics management/supervisor experience.
Capability and aspiration to progress within the organization.
Experience working with hourly associates, with a demonstrated ability to guide teams toward shared operational goals.
Proven ability to coach and develop leadership teams to improve performance and operational efficiency.
Commitment to maintaining high standards and driving continuous improvement across all areas of responsibility.
Ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams, including Sales and Customer Service, to meet customer expectations.
Hands-on experience managing operational processes and resolving challenges in a fast-paced environment.
Leadership experience within large and diverse organizational structures.
Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, for effective interaction across teams and with external partners.
Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail in managing complex workflows.
Willingness and ability to travel to regional warehouse locations as needed.
Demonstrated initiative and focus on achieving results.
Knowledge of Department of Transportation (DOT) compliance and transportation regulations preferred.

Required Competencies