Manager, Distribution Center

Hillman Group; Belton (MO); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Hillman Group is seeking a Manager, Distribution Center to lead receiving, order picking, staffing, safety, inventory and transportation. You will guide line managers to meet objectives, analyze workflows for improvements, and manage the budget to optimize costs while delivering reliable service.

Qualifications include a Bachelor’s degree and 5+ years in a high-volume semi-automated distribution environment; proficiency with Word, Excel, Windows, and in-house software is expected.

Qualifications

• Requires Bachelor’s degree and 5+ years in a high-volume distribution center.
• Experience leading line managers and supervisors to meet objectives.
• Strong knowledge of inventory control, transportation, and safety.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership to line managers and supervisors to ensure policy adherence and objectives.
• Analyze facility layout, workflow, and results to identify improvements.
• Manage budget within approved limits and pursue cost-saving opportunities.
• Ensure safety regulations are followed and training is delivered.

Skills

Leadership

Planning

Budgeting

Safety

Inventory control

Communication

Team management

Change management

Forecasting

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

Word

Excel

Windows

In-house software

Job description

Job Description

Posted Friday, August 7, 2026 at 4:00 AM

Job Summary

The Manager, Distrubution Center provides leadership and direction to the entire operation, specifically including receiving, order picking, staffing, expense control, safety, inventory, transportation, shipping and maintenance to ensure the achievement of company objectives and customer requirements.

Essential Job Functions *

• Leadership and Direction: Provides direction to line managers and supervisors to ensure the consistent administration of policies and the delivery of established objectives, maintains sound employee relations by developing and maintaining a strong and cohesive management/supervisory team that works professionally with employees within the facility and communicates regularly with staff to provide information, answer questions, and address issues.
• Planning and Implementation: Analyzes facility layout, workflow, and operating results to identify and implement opportunities for improvement, research errors/discrepancies; takes action to resolve issues.
• Accountable for the Delivery of Corporate and DC Specific Assigned Metrics: Develops recommended operating and capital budget; manages operations within approved budget and continually seeks cost saving opportunities, ensures economical utilization of materials and labor, ensures facility performance objectives are met or exceeded relating to all operational metrics, and internal and external customer service.
• Safety: Ensures facility follows related safety regulations, works with safety management and facility management team to develop and delivery function specific training, and incorporate safe practices into all facility activities, takes proactive measures to identify and minimize risks.

* This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.

Employees are expected and encouraged to participate in safety and health program activities including immediately reporting hazards, immediately reporting unsafe work practices and incidents to supervisors, wearing required personal protective equipment, and participating in and supporting safety committee activities.

Education & Experience

• Required Bachelor’s and 5 plus years’ experience in high volume semi automated distribution center.

Competencies – Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Experience in a facility that uses conveyers, RF scanning, and pick-to-ship container methods preferred.
• Comprehensive knowledge of inventory control and transportation management.
• Knowledge of Word, Excel, and Windows. Able to learn and use in-house software applications.
• Excellent organization, planning, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Able to lead and motivate employees by guiding, training, and offering counsel.
• In depth knowledge of complex automated distribution.
• Proven ability to manage change.
• Ability to forecast future needs.

Work Environment and Physical Demands

• Fast-paced, standing on concrete floors up to 8 hrs/day. Exposure to loud noise. Functional vision and hearing required.
• Heavy lifting up to 70 lbs., pushing/pulling up to 200 lbs

The Hillman Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affinity Action Employer and will not discriminate against an applicant or employee on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, sex, age, physical or mental disability, protected veteran or military status, genetic information, citizenship status, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, or any other legally recognized protected basis under federal, state or local laws, regulations or ordinances.

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