Sr. Manager, Distribution

Trex Company; Little Rock (AR); On-site; USD 135,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Time Off and Holidays

Health, Dental & Vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Tuition Reimbursement

Training and Education opportunities

Stock Purchase Program

Employee Discount Program

Job summary

Trex Company is seeking a Senior Distribution Manager to provide strategic and operational leadership across multiple distribution locations. You will drive safety, service performance, and operational excellence while developing teams and implementing optimized processes.

The role covers material handling, warehousing, inventory control, and fleet maintenance, with accountability for sites in Arkansas, Nevada, and Virginia. Strong leadership and ERP/WMS experience are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, Business Admin, or Engineering.
• 10+ years in distribution, logistics or supply chain.
• 7+ years in leadership or supervisory roles.
• Experience leading multi-site operational teams and change initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Lead distribution operations across multiple facilities to meet SQDC goals.
• Drive continuous improvement to productivity, quality and service levels.
• Ensure safety, regulatory compliance and employee wellbeing.
• Coordinate with Supply Chain, Sales, Finance and other functions to align strategies.
• Oversee staffing, performance and transitions across sites.
• Manage deck, warehousing, and fleet operations at Arkansas, Nevada and Virginia sites.

Skills

Large-team leadership

Change management

Safety culture

ERP experience

WMS proficiency

MS Office proficiency

Analytical decision-making

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain

Business administration / Engineering

Tools

ERP systems

Warehouse Management Systems (WMS)

Fleet management software

Job description

Job Description

When you work at Trex, you’re helping to grow and enhance a true original. You join a company that boldly launched an entire industry… and still leads the way.

When you work at Trex, you’re helping to grow and enhance a true original. You join a company that boldly launched an entire industry… and still leads the way.

The Senior Distribution Manager provides strategic and operational leadership across multiple distribution locations. This role drives safety, service performance, operational excellence, employee development and continuous improvement while fostering a positive culture aligned with Trex values.

They are responsible for developing, implementing, and optimizing processes and strategies across all their respective operations, which include material handling, co-packing, kitting, warehousing, order fulfillment, inventory control, and fleet maintenance.

Responsibilities

• Put safety first – Always!
• Lead and foster our “people first” culture.

Operational Leadership

• Lead distribution operations across multiple facilities to ensure safe, efficient, and cost-effective execution of SQDC business objectives (shipping accuracy, service levels, inventory accuracy, cost)
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives that enhance productivity, quality, service levels, and operational performance.
• Ensure compliance with all safety, regulatory, and company policies while maintaining a strong focus on employee well-being and operational excellence.
• Partner with Supply Chain, Sales, Finance, OpEx, Manufacturing, R&D, Packaging, and Marketing to align distribution strategies that support business goals and business growth
• Coordinate with Transportation Manager on site needs, carrier performance, contracts, and rate structures.
• Support oversight of Fleet maintenance operations and assist in management of transportation assets.
• Exercise leadership authority over staffing, performance management, and operational execution across multiple sites.
• Oversee the distribution-related operations for their respective locations of responsibility in Arkansas, Nevada, and Virginia, including:
• Decking yards
• Warehouses (distribution center with kitting/co-pack, materials warehouse, offsite storage)
• Fleet maintenance

Leadership & Team Development

• Foster a positive culture of continuous improvement and support talent development across the organization reflecting Trex’s values
• Establish clear performance expectations, provide coaching, constructive feedback, and recognition to employee engagement and results.
• Conduct regular touchpoints with leadership team to discuss performance, accountability, professional growth, and career development.
• Identify skill needs and training opportunities to ensure team members possess the skills required to perform their responsibilities safely, efficiently, and effectively.
• Address performance and behavioral concerns promptly, fairly, and consistently, in accordance with company policies and Human Resources guidelines.
• Promote open communication and cultivate an environment where employees feel valued, heard, and supported.
• Lead organizational and operational change initiatives by effectively communicating expectations, addressing concerns, and helping team members successfully navigate transitions.

Essential Functions

• Regular and predictable attendance
• Ability to lead and manage large teams in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to travel as needed between sites
• Ability to host and facilitate meetings using Microsoft Office tools
• Ability to make operational decisions under time pressure

DIRECT REPORTS

Site and area managers and supervisors

JOB LOCATION

Little Rock, Arkansas, United States

POSITION TYPE

Full-Time/Regular

Experience

We are looking for leaders with a bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, Business Administration, Engineering, or a related field, 10+ years of experience in distribution, logistics, or supply chain, and 7+ years of leadership/supervisory experience.

Required Skills & Experience

• Proven ability to lead large, multi-site operational teams
• Strong communication and change management skills
• Excellent organizational and prioritization abilities
• Experience with ERP and Warehouse Management Systems (WMS)
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
• Strong analytical and decision-making capabilities

Preferred Skills & Experience

• Experience with Labor Management Systems
• Experience with Yard Management Systems
• Background in high-volume distribution environments

At Trex, we believe in persevering even when there’s no road map, embracing groundbreaking as a way of life. We encourage multiple perspectives and welcome diverse people who problem-solve, adapt, and innovate – always with a firm foundation in safety and integrity.

SALARY

Base Salary Range: $135,000-$160,000 annually

The salary range provided serves as a general guideline for potential compensation for this position. It reflects the base salary and does not account for other benefits or additional compensation opportunities that may apply. This role is also eligible for further compensation through an annual/sales bonus, in addition to the base salary.

At Trex, individual base salaries are determined based on various factors, including relevant skills, qualifications, experience, and geographic location. We are committed to maintaining pay equity and consider the internal equity of our existing team members when finalizing compensation offers. In addition to competitive pay, Trex offers a comprehensive benefits package, which is detailed below.

Benefits & Perks

• Time Off: We’ll give you paid holidays and paid vacation.
• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance: Choose from a variety of options. We’ll cover a generous share of the cost. Plus, you can earn lower rates through our wellness program.
• 401(k) With Company Match: Save for your retirement and we’ll match it dollar for dollar.
• Tuition Reimbursement: We’re all about lifting each other to the next level. When you’re ready to get the degree, we’ll pick up part of the tab.
• Training and Education: We offer dozens of options to boost your performance – both online and on-site nearby.
• Stock Purchase Program: Invest in Trex at a discounted price.
• Employee Discount Program: When you make the World’s No. 1 Decking Brand, you’ll probably want to enjoy the finished product yourself. We’ll give you a discount.

Who We Are

Over 30 years ago, our founders created the world’s first high-performance, low-maintenance composite decking and outdoor living products. That entrepreneurial spirit still drives us today as we continue to redefine our industry and lead the way for what’s next in outdoor living. Today, Trex is the world’s #1 brand of sustainability-made, wood-alternative decking, and deck railing – all proudly manufactured in the USA. As a publicly traded company [NYSE: TREX], we take pride in being the largest recycler of plastic film in the country as well as caring for the communities and the planet where we live. We nurture meaningful connections, from local engagement and investment to eco-friendly products and sustainable manufacturing processes.

Everything We Do Is Grounded In Our Values And Guided By Our Beliefs. We Are Looking For Candidates Who Embody Our Core Values

• Innovate with Purpose
• Obsess over the Customer
• Own the Outcome
• Operate with Excellence
• Win Together

At Trex, you’ll become part of a diverse yet unified team that sustains the trailblazing spirit and strengths that made Trex the industry leader – learning, adapting, solving and succeeding.

We welcome new ideas and fresh perspectives, and we encourage you to bring your best to help us shape the future of Trex.

CAREER ADVANCEMENT

At Trex, you can take pride in craftsmanship. There’s an art and a science to what we do, and we never stop working to refine and improve. That means no matter how long you’ve been with Trex, you have ongoing opportunities to grow your expertise – enhancing your career, your team and our shared efforts. You will help shape our future.

EEO

Trex is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment for all employees and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to these or any other characteristics protected by law.

E-VERIFY

Trex participates in E-Verify to confirm the employment eligibility of all newly hired employees. E-Verify is a web-based system operated by the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) and the Social Security Administration (SSA) that allows employers to electronically verify the employment eligibility of their employees. For more information, please visit www.dhs.gov/E-Verify.