Sr. Distribution Manager

MILWAUKEE ELECTRIC TOOL; Olive Branch (MS); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Robust health, dental and vision plans

Generous 401(k) savings plan

Education assistance

On-site wellness, fitness center, food

Job summary

Milwaukee Tool is seeking a senior distribution leader to manage three facilities, drive continuous improvement, and optimize inbound, outbound, and cycle counting operations. The role requires 5+ years of distribution leadership, deep knowledge of WMS and automation systems, and strong lean thinking.

You will build capabilities of leaders and hourly associates, mentor teams, and collaborate with senior leadership to ensure safe, efficient, scalable processes that meet rising demand.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5+ years leading distribution teams.
• Strong knowledge of distribution principles and Lean tools.
• Proven experience with WMS and automation systems.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills; able to map value streams.
• Strong organizational, verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage a team of supervisors and managers across 3 facilities (inbound, picking, outbound, cycle counting).
• Develop and manage continuous improvement and cost-saving projects, coordinating cross-functional resources.
• Prepare reports on on-time shipments, fill rate, shipment accuracy and safety.
• Mentor functional leaders and associates in lean management and strategy deployment.
• Design and improve process flows to meet rising annual demand.
• Ensure alignment on safety and resource requirements for projects.

Skills

Distribution leadership

WMS

Automation systems

Lean principles

Analytical thinking

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Industrial Engineering or Production & Operations Management

Tools

WMS

Automation Systems

Job description

Job Description:

WE CREATE EMPOWERED LEADERS! At Milwaukee Tool we firmly believe that our People and our Culture are the secrets to our success -- so we give you unlimited access to everything you need to provide...

Behind our doors you'll be empowered every day to own it, drive it, and do what it takes to support the biggest breakthroughs in the industry. Meanwhile, you'll have the support and resources of the fastest-growing brand in the construction industry to make it happen.

Your Role on Our Team:

• Embrace, demonstrate, and require Milwaukee Culture to be the most significant driver of daily operations and interactions
• Manage a team of supervisors and managers to support 3 facilities including inbound operations, picking, outbound operations and cycle counting
• Develop and manage continuous improvement and cost savings projects, accountable to coordinate cross-functional resources, as well as monitoring, meeting, and reporting project deliverables
• Prepare reports and statistics of on-time shipments, fill rate, shipment accuracy and safety
• Build the skills of all Functional leaders and associates through hands-on interactions and personal mentoring in lean management tools, cultural change leadership and strategy deployment
• Contribute to the design and improve new and existing process flows to meet increased annual demand
• Manage multiple product flows to ensure on-time shipment of products
• Ensure alignment across the organizational on safety and resource requirements for all projects as well as ensuring all changes are fully integrated
• Provide feedback and insight to supervisors and hourly associates on a regular basis to facilitate continuous improvement and employee growth and development
• Understand and adhere to all safety regulations and protocols.
• Work closely with senior leadership team and support functions to improve processes and performance
• Provide Innovative Solutions to facilitate problem solving
• Build Organizational Capacity

The TOOLS you'll bring with you:

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Industrial Engineering; Quality Management; or Production & Operations Management
• 5+ years leading distribution teams
• Must demonstrate exceptional knowledge of distribution principals, WMS, and Automation Systems
• Must demonstrate excellent analytical and logic thinking skills to understand and analyze complex business processes; and demonstrate skills in the understanding of Lean principles such as Value Stream Mapping, Kaizen, Communication Tools, & Problem Solving
• Must have excellent organizational skills and possess knowledge of production systems and techniques
• Must have great verbal, written, and interpersonal communications skills

Working Conditions:

Manufacturing

We provide these great perks and benefits:

• Robust health, dental and vision insurance plans
• Generous 401 (K) savings plan
• Education assistance
• On-site wellness, fitness center, food, and coffee service
• And many more, check out our benefits site HERE .

Milwaukee Tool is an equal opportunity employer.