Senior Distribution Leader — Multi-Site Operations & Lean

Techtronic Industries; Olive Branch (MS); On-site; USD 95,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental and vision insurance

Benefits program details on company OI

Job summary

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

You will manage multiple supervisors and hundreds of hourly staff, driving Lean initiatives and cross-functional collaboration to meet on-time shipping targets. The role requires a strong background in distribution principles, WMS, and automation, with proven leadership and analytical skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher in a technical or process-focused field.
• 5+ years leading distribution teams.
• Industry knowledge of distribution principles and WMS/Automation systems.
• Strong Lean understanding (Value Stream Mapping, Kaizen, problem solving).
• Excellent organizational, verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead a multi-site distribution center, focusing on safety, productivity and quality.
• Manage supervisors and managers across inbound, picking, outbound and cycle counting.
• Develop and manage continuous improvement projects and cross-functional coordination.
• Prepare reports on on-time shipments, fill rate, shipment accuracy and safety.
• Mentor functional leaders and associates in lean management and strategy deployment.

Skills

Leadership

Distribution knowledge

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Lean principles

Education

Bachelor's degree in mechanical or industrial engineering

Quality Management

Production & Operations Management

Tools

WMS

Automation Systems

Job description

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

You will manage multiple supervisors and hundreds of hourly staff, driving Lean initiatives and cross-functional collaboration to meet on-time shipping targets. The role requires a strong background in distribution principles, WMS, and automation, with proven leadership and analytical skills.