Manager, Distribution

Kubota Tractor Corporation; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Kubota Tractor Corporation in Edgerton, KS seeks a Distribution Manager to lead warehouse operations, safety, and continuous improvement across North America. You will manage a team of supervisors, drive inventory accuracy, and coordinate with cross-functional partners to deliver exceptional dealer and customer service.

The role emphasizes talent development, budgeting support, and implementing initiatives that enhance productivity and costs while ensuring regulatory compliance and a safe work

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain, Logistics or related field preferred
• 5+ years of progressive warehouse and distribution leadership experience; or 10+ years in lieu of a degree
• Strong knowledge of warehouse operations, inventory management, transportation logistics, WMS, and OSHA compliance
• Proven ability to lead through leaders and develop high-performing teams
• Experience using SAP, WMS, and Microsoft 365 applications, including Excel
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to influence at all levels

Responsibilities

• Lead distribution center operations including receiving, inventory management, order fulfillment, shipping, and yard activities.
• Drive a culture of safety, quality, and compliance.
• Develop, coach, and lead supervisors and frontline leaders to build a high-performing workforce.
• Monitor performance and implement improvements to productivity, inventory accuracy, service levels, and cost efficiency.
• Collaborate with leadership to execute business strategies and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Analyze performance metrics and lead problem-solving to improve processes.
• Oversee facility, equipment, and material handling assets for safe operations.

Skills

Warehouse leadership

Team development

Data analysis

Strategic planning

Verbal & written communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business / Supply Chain / Logistics

High school diploma or GED

Tools

SAP

WMS platforms

Microsoft Excel / 365

Job description

Company Overview

At Kubota Tractor Corporation (KTC), we are a leading manufacturer and distributor of tractors, construction equipment, turf products, utility vehicles, and engines that help customers build, grow, and maintain communities across North America. For more than 50 years, Kubota has been recognized for quality, reliability, and innovation, supported by a strong network of dealers and distribution operations. Our success is driven by a commitment to customer satisfaction, operational excellence, continuous improvement, and developing talented people.

For Earth For Life

At Kubota Tractor Corporation (KTC), we are a leading manufacturer and distributor of tractors, construction equipment, turf products, utility vehicles, and engines that help customers build, grow, and maintain communities across North America. For more than 50 years, Kubota has been recognized for quality, reliability, and innovation, supported by a strong network of dealers and distribution operations. Our success is driven by a commitment to customer satisfaction, operational excellence, continuous improvement, and developing talented people.

As we continue to invest in our distribution network, we are seeking an experienced Distribution Manager to lead operations at our Edgerton, Kansas Distribution Center and help deliver exceptional service to our dealers and customers.

About The Role

The Distribution Manager leads warehouse and distribution operations at Kubota Tractor Corporation's Edgerton, Kansas Distribution Center, driving safety, service, productivity, and inventory accuracy through a team of supervisors and frontline leaders. Partnering with the General Manager and cross-functional teams, this role is responsible for developing talent, optimizing operational performance, and ensuring exceptional support for Kubota's dealer network and customers across North America.

What You Will Do

• Lead distribution center operations, including receiving, inventory management, order fulfillment, shipping, and yard activities.
• Drive a culture of safety, quality, and compliance while ensuring adherence to company policies and regulatory requirements.
• Develop, coach, and lead supervisors and frontline leaders to build a high-performing and engaged workforce.
• Monitor operational performance and implement improvements that enhance productivity, inventory accuracy, service levels, and cost efficiency.
• Partner with the General Manager to execute business strategies, achieve operational goals, and support continuous improvement initiatives.
• Analyze performance metrics and lead problem-solving efforts to improve processes and operational results.
• Oversee facility, equipment, and material handling assets to ensure safe and reliable operations.
• Support budgeting, workforce planning, and financial performance through effective labor and expense management.
• Collaborate with Human Resources and cross-functional teams on talent development, employee relations, and organizational growth.

What We Are Looking For

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain, Logistics, or a related field preferred with 5+ years of progressive warehouse and distribution leadership experience; or 10+ years of equivalent leadership experience in lieu of a degree.
• Strong knowledge of warehouse operations, inventory management, transportation logistics, WMS platforms, and OSHA compliance.
• Proven ability to lead through leaders and develop high-performing teams.
• Experience using SAP, warehouse management systems, and Microsoft 365 applications, including Excel.
• Strong analytical, organizational, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to influence at all levels of the organization.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience leading distribution operations in a high-volume manufacturing or industrial environment.
• Experience with Lean, continuous improvement, and process optimization initiatives.
• Knowledge of workforce planning, budgeting, and operational performance management.

Physical & Work Environment Requirements

• Ability to work in both office and warehouse environments, including varying temperatures.
• Ability to walk throughout the facility and occasionally lift up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to safely work around warehouse equipment and wear required PPE.
• Ability to travel within the facility and operate standard office technology.

Kubota is an equal opportunity at will employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of age, race, religion, color, disability, sex, sexual orientation or national origin.