Group Mgr Distribution

Milwaukee-Tool; Olive Branch (MS); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental and vision insurance

401(k) savings plan

Education assistance

Job summary

Milwaukee Tool is seeking a Sr. Distribution Manager to oversee safety, productivity, and quality in a multi-site distribution center.

You will lead a team of supervisors and hundreds of hourly employees, drive on-time shipping for diverse customers, and manage lean transformation initiatives across inbound, outbound, and cycle counting. The role requires 5+ years leading distribution teams, strong knowledge of WMS and automation, and proven ability to deploy lean methodologies such as value

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in mechanical or industrial engineering or related field.
• 5+ years leading distribution teams in a multi-site, high-volume center.
• Strong knowledge of distribution principles, WMS, and automation systems.
• Excellent analytical and logical thinking skills to analyze complex processes.
• Proficient in Lean principles including Value Stream Mapping, Kaizen, and problem solving.
• Strong organizational, verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage supervisors and managers across inbound, picking, outbound, and cycle counting.
• Develop and manage continuous improvement and cost-savings projects with cross-functional teams.
• Prepare reports on on-time shipments, fill rate, shipment accuracy and safety.
• Mentor functional leaders and hourly associates in lean management and strategy deployment.
• Design and improve process flows to meet rising demand and ensure on-time shipment.
• Ensure safety and resource requirements are integrated into all projects.

Skills

Lean principles

Value Stream Mapping

Kaizen

Problem Solving

Analytical thinking

Leadership

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in mechanical or industrial engineering

Tools

WMS

Automation Systems

Job description

Job Description:INNOVATE without boundaries!At Milwaukee Tool we firmly believe that our People and our Culture are the secrets to our success - so we give you unlimited access to everything you need to provide….Behind our doors you'll be empowered every day to own it, drive it, and do what it takes to support the biggest breakthroughs in the industry. Meanwhile, you'll have the support and resources of the fastest-growing brand in the construction industry to make it happen.The Sr. Distribution Manager is responsible for safety, productivity and quality in a multi-site, high-volume distribution center. Ensures operations meets on-time shipping requirements for a large customer base via truckload, LTL and parcel shipments. Direct responsibility for all facets of the operation on an off-shift including management of multiple first-line supervisors and hundreds of hourly employees.You'll also be DISRUPTIVE through these duties and responsibilities:Embrace, demonstrate, and require Milwaukee Culture to be the most significant driver of daily operations and interactionsManage a team of supervisors and managers to support facilities including inbound operations, picking, outbound operations and cycle countingDevelop and manage continuous improvement and cost savings projects, accountable to coordinate cross-functional resources, as well as monitoring, meeting, and reporting project deliverablesPrepare reports and statistics of on-time shipments, fill rate, shipment accuracy and safetyBuild the skills of all Functional leaders and associates through hands-on interactions and personal mentoring in lean management tools, cultural change leadership and strategy deploymentContribute to the design and improve new and existing process flows to meet increased annual demandManage multiple product flows to ensure on-time shipment of productsEnsure alignment across the organizational on safety and resource requirements for all projects as well as ensuring all changes are fully integratedProvide feedback and insight to supervisors and hourly associates on a regular basis to facilitate continuous improvement and employee growth and developmentUnderstand and adhere to all safety regulations and protocols.Work closely with senior leadership team and support functions to improve processes and performanceProvide Innovative Solutions to facilitate problem solvingBuild Organizational CapacityWhat TOOLS you'll bring with you:Bachelor's degree in mechanical or industrial engineering; Quality Management; or Production & Operations Management5+ years leading distribution teamsMust demonstrate exceptional knowledge of distribution principals, WMS, and Automation SystemsMust demonstrate excellent analytical and logic thinking skills to understand and analyze complex business processes; and demonstrate skills in the understanding of Lean principles such as Value Stream Mapping, Kaizen, Communication Tools, & Problem SolvingMust have excellent organizational skills and possess knowledge of production systems and techniquesMust have great verbal, written, and interpersonal communications skillsWe provide these great perks and benefits:• Robust health, dental and vision insurance plans.• Generous 401 (K) savings plan.• Education assistance.• And many more, check out our benefits site HERE.Milwaukee Tool is an equal opportunity employer.