Warehouse Distribution Operations Manager

CORT; Capitol Heights (MD); On-site; USD 80,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health insurance

401(k) retirement plan with company‑m͏

Paid vacation, sick days, and holidays

Company-paid disability and life保险

Tuition reimbursement

Employee discounts and perks

Career growth and mentorship

Job summary

CORT is seeking a Distribution Manager in Capitol Heights, MD to lead onsite warehouse operations and daily workflows. This role oversees residential and commercial furniture movements, labor planning, and safety compliance within the distribution center.

You will manage teams, coordinate with service centers, and drive KPI performance while ensuring efficient scheduling and cost control.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED; college degree preferred.
• 3-5 years of experience in warehouse or distribution management.
• Experience managing associates and providing coaching.
• Experience managing inventory control.
• Strong understanding of safety and compliance standards.
• Physically able to move furniture and lift 100+ pounds with a partner.

Responsibilities

• Daily Operational Planning: plan and adjust daily workload for warehouse teams to meet demands, audits, cycle counts, and safety compliance.
• Routing, Scheduling & Dispatching: schedule deliveries and labor hours, ensure routing KPIs.
• Team Leadership: coach, train, and motivate staff with performance feedback.
• Interviewing and Onboarding: support recruitment and training of warehouse personnel.
• Inventory and Asset Management: oversee accuracy and movement of goods.
• Budgeting, Forecasting and Cost Control: monitor costs and forecast to meet EBIT goals.
• Safety and Compliance: leads safety initiatives and audits.
• Customer Service and Issue Resolution: act as escalation point for customer issues.
• Administrative Duties: payroll and reporting; track KPIs.
• Project Management: lead warehouse improvement projects.

Skills

Warehouse management

People management

Safety compliance

Budgeting

Scheduling

Education

High School diploma or GED

Bachelor's degree preferred

Tools

Routing software

Job description

CORT is seeking a Distribution Manager in Capitol Heights, MD to lead onsite warehouse operations and daily workflows. This role oversees residential and commercial furniture movements, labor planning, and safety compliance within the distribution center.

You will manage teams, coordinate with service centers, and drive KPI performance while ensuring efficient scheduling and cost control.