Senior Distribution Manager

Uline; Waukegan (IL); On-site; USD 160,000 - 250,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) with employer match

Paid holidays and generous PTO

Tuition Assistance Program

Job summary

Uline, a family-owned company and North America’s leading distributor of shipping, industrial, and packaging materials, is seeking a Senior Distribution Manager for its Wisconsin distribution center in Pleasant Prairie. You will lead from the warehouse floor, coach managers of 500+ staff, and drive operational excellence to ensure same-day shipping and top-tier service.

Join a team overseeing 1.5 million square feet, with a focus on safety, productivity, and continuous improvement, and benefit

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• 7+ years leading high-volume distribution operations with 400+ employees.
• Proven track record improving productivity, quality and safety.

Responsibilities

• Lead warehouse operations across inbound, outbound and supporting departments.
• Coach and develop warehouse managers who lead large teams.
• Drive operational excellence with data-driven improvements and KPIs.

Skills

Warehouse leadership

Team coaching

KPI management

WMS experience

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

WMS

Job description

Wisconsin Distribution Center

12885 104th Street, Pleasant Prairie, WI 53158

Are you a hands-on warehouse leader who enjoys coaching employees, solving problems and driving operational excellence? Join Uline as a Senior Distribution Manager and lead from the warehouse floor, staying connected to daily operations while developing high-performing teams and delivering the exceptional service our customers count on. You'll help lead Uline's distribution operations in Pleasant Prairie, spanning over 1.5 million square feet.

Pay from $160,000 to $250,000 per year

Position Responsibilities

• Lead by example on the warehouse floor, working alongside employees to ensure high levels of accuracy, productivity and safety.
• Direct all aspects of day-to-day warehouse operations across inbound, outbound and supporting departments.
• Coach and develop warehouse managers who lead a team of 500+ employees through daily feedback and hands-on leadership.
• Drive operational excellence through accountability and continuous improvement to deliver industry-leading service and same-day shipping.
• Investigate operational challenges, remove barriers and implement practical, data-driven improvements that strengthen warehouse performance.

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree.
• 7+ years leading high-volume distribution operations, including direct leadership of warehouse managers and teams of 400+ people.
• Proven success improving productivity, quality and safety through operational leadership.
• Experience leading with KPIs, performance metrics and warehouse management systems (WMS).
• Strong problem-solving, communication and decision-making skills in a fast-paced environment.

Benefits

• Complete health insurance coverage and 401(k) with 6% employer match that starts day one!
• Multiple bonus programs.
• Paid holidays and generous paid time off.
• Tuition Assistance Program that covers professional continuing education.

Employee Perks

• Best-in-class, clean, modern facilities.
• First-class fitness center with complimentary personal trainers.
• Over four miles of beautifully maintained walking trails.

About Uline

Uline, a family-owned company, is North America’s leading distributor of shipping, industrial, and packaging materials with over 10,000 employees across 14 locations.

Uline is a drug-free workplace. All new hires must complete a pre-employment hair follicle drug screening.

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