Senior Distribution Supervisor (Food)

CSG Talent; Carthage (MO); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Relocation support for long-distance

Job summary

CSG Talent in Missouri is seeking a Senior Distribution Supervisor/Assistant Manager to lead a high-volume food distribution operation onsite. You will develop people, drive performance, ensure compliance and improve distribution processes. Relocation assistance is available, and there is potential relocation to other U.S.

facilities for career growth. The role is day-shift, onsite at the southwest Missouri facility with travel up to 20% and opportunities to advance into broader

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related discipline preferred.
• 3–5+ years of leadership in warehouse/distribution or manufacturing.
• Experience developing frontline supervisors and leaders.
• Strong knowledge of shipping, receiving, inventory and material flow.
• Experience using KPIs and root-cause analysis to improve performance.
• Excellent communication, organization and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to thrive in fast-paced, highly regulated food/distribution settings.
• Willingness to relocate domestically as needed.
• Up to 20% travel to other company locations.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coach hourly employees and frontline leaders.
• Coordinate daily shipping, receiving, warehouse and distribution tasks.
• Monitor performance and drive improvements in throughput, service and cost.
• Establish and report KPIs; take corrective actions.
• Ensure SOPs and processes are followed; support regulatory compliance.
• Develop continuous improvement initiatives focused on cost, quality, safety.
• Grow talent and succession through development plans.

Skills

Leadership experience

KPIs and root-cause analysis

Operational leadership

Strong communication

Problem-solving

Relocation willingness

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain/Operations/Engineering or related

Job description

Senior Distribution Supervisor/Assistant Manager

We are seeking an experienced Distribution Supervisor/Assistant Manager to lead day-to-day operations within a high-volume food manufacturing and distribution environment. This position will play a key role in developing people, driving operational performance, maintaining compliance, and improving distribution processes. The role is fully onsite at the company's distribution facility in southwest Missouri and operates on a day-shift schedule. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to progress within the organization and may be required to relocate to another U.S. facility as part of future career development and business needs. Relocation assistance is available. Please note, this specific role is based on-site in Missouri. If you are interested in the role & able to relocate to Missouri, a strong relocation assistance program will be offered to you.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead, coach, develop and performance-manage hourly employees and frontline leadership teams.
• Coordinate daily shipping, receiving, warehouse and distribution activities to maximize productivity, service levels and efficiency.
• Monitor operational performance and identify opportunities to improve throughput, service, quality and cost.
• Establish, monitor and report distribution KPIs, using data and root-cause analysis to drive corrective actions.
• Ensure standard operating procedures and established processes are consistently followed across the distribution operation.
• Support food safety, quality, workplace safety and environmental compliance requirements within the facility.
• Partner with site leadership to maintain compliance with customer, regulatory and company standards.
• Develop and implement continuous improvement initiatives focused on cost, quality, service and safety.
• Build a strong accountability and ownership culture while developing frontline leaders and future management talent.
• Identify development needs within the team, establish development plans and help remove barriers to employee progression.
• Support capital improvement projects, including business case development, justification, implementation and follow-through.
• Assist with annual operational and capital planning activities.
• Manage relationships with external warehouse and service providers where required.
• Oversee the facility forklift program, including safety, training, compliance and cost management.
• Maintain consistent distribution processes, SOPs and performance standards across the operation.
• Coordinate with maintenance and site leadership to ensure the facility, equipment and grounds remain safe, functional and well maintained.
• Travel periodically, including to other company locations, as required.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Operations, Business, Engineering, Food Science or a related discipline preferred.
• 3-5+ years of leadership experience within a medium-to-large warehouse, distribution center or manufacturing environment.
• Demonstrated experience leading frontline teams and developing supervisors or other operational leaders.
• Strong understanding of warehouse/distribution operations, including shipping, receiving, inventory and material flow.
• Experience using KPIs, root-cause analysis and continuous improvement methodologies to improve operational performance.
• Strong communication, organizational and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, highly regulated food manufacturing environment.
• Results-driven leadership style with the ability to hold teams accountable while developing talent.
• Willingness to relocate within the U.S. in the future based on business requirements and career progression.
• Ability to travel up to approximately 20%.

Compensation & Relocation

• Competitive compensation package.
• Relocation assistance available for qualifying candidates.
• Additional relocation support may be provided for candidates moving significant distance for the position.
• Long-term opportunity for progression into Distribution/Operations Management roles across the U.S.