Publishing Distribution Center Receiving Manager

Simon & Schuster; Kentucky; On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Simon & Schuster is seeking a Receiving Manager to oversee day-to-day distribution center operations for a book publishing organization in Kentucky. You will lead frontline supervisors and staff, drive continuous improvement, and ensure on-time, accurate receipt, storage, picking, packing, and shipping of finished books and related products.

You will coordinate with cross-functional teams and manage safety, quality, and compliance while supporting peak season demands.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Operations Management, Supply Chain, Logistics, or related field, or equivalent experience.
• 5+ years of experience in distribution center or warehouse operations, with at least 2 years in a management role.
• Experience managing high-volume fulfillment operations, preferably in publishing, media, or consumer products.
• Strong people leadership and team-building skills.
• Proficiency with warehouse management systems (WMS) and operational reporting.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily warehouse and fulfillment operations, including inbound receiving, put-away, inventory control, order fulfillment, shipping, and returns processing.
• Ensure operational readiness to support new title releases, seasonal surges, and promotional campaigns.
• Monitor productivity, throughput, and accuracy to meet service level agreements (SLAs).
• Lead, coach, and develop supervisors and hourly staff in a fast-paced distribution environment.
• Oversee staffing plans, scheduling, training, and performance management.
• Promote a culture of accountability, engagement, and continuous improvement.
• Identify and implement process improvements to increase efficiency, reduce errors, and control costs.
• Leverage Lean, Six Sigma, or similar methodologies where applicable.
• Partner with IT and Supply Chain teams to optimize warehouse management systems (WMS) and reporting tools.
• Ensure accurate inventory management, cycle counts, and reconciliation.
• Minimize shrink, damages, and mis-shipments.
• Maintain high standards for order accuracy and product quality.
• Ensure compliance with all safety regulations, company policies, and labor standards.
• Lead safety initiatives and training to maintain a safe working environment.
• Support audits and ensure adherence to internal controls.
• Collaborate with Publishing Operations, Sales, Customer Service, and Transportation teams to resolve issues and improve service.
• Communicate operational performance, risks, and improvement plans to leadership.

Skills

People leadership

Communication

Problem solving

Flexible hours

Education

Bachelor's degree in Operations Management / Supply Chain / Logistics

Tools

WMS

Operational reporting tools

Job description

Simon & Schuster is seeking a Receiving Manager to oversee day-to-day distribution center operations for a book publishing organization in Kentucky. You will lead frontline supervisors and staff, drive continuous improvement, and ensure on-time, accurate receipt, storage, picking, packing, and shipping of finished books and related products.

You will coordinate with cross-functional teams and manage safety, quality, and compliance while supporting peak season demands.