Distribution Center Manager

Caroline County, VA - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 3 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Job Title: Distribution Center Manager
Location: Ruther Glen VA
Employment Type: Full-Time Exempt

We are seeking an experienced Distribution Center Manager with a proven track record in managing large-scale warehouse and distribution operations within the food and beverage industry. The ideal candidate will bring over 5 years of progressive supply chain and logistics experience including multi-state transportation cold/dry chain management ERP/WMS implementation and team leadership. This role requires strategic thinking operational excellence and the ability to drive cost efficiency while ensuring compliance with food safety and regulatory standards.

Key Responsibilities:

Lead and manage day-to-day operations of a distribution center including inbound/outbound logistics cross-dock operations cold and dry storage and inventory management.
Supervise mentor and develop a team of 50 150 employees including warehouse staff supervisors and support personnel.
Ensure compliance with food safety regulations OSHA standards and corporate policies implementing continuous improvement initiatives.
Develop and manage relationships with carriers negotiate freight contracts (LTL and full-trailer) and optimize transportation costs.
Oversee ERP/WMS systems (e.g. Acumatica Savant SAP Manhattan) to improve order flow reporting and inventory accuracy.
Implement operational strategies to improve efficiency reduce costs and meet service level agreements for top-tier food & beverage clients.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams including purchasing customer service and quality assurance to align operations with corporate objectives.
Track key performance indicators (KPIs) and develop action plans to meet or exceed operational goals.
Drive a culture of safety accountability and continuous improvement across all warehouse functions.

Qualifications:

5 years of progressive experience in warehouse or distribution center management preferably within the food and beverage industry.
Demonstrated success managing multi-state logistics and distribution operations.
Expertise in freight negotiation cross-dock operations and perishable/dry goods handling.
Strong leadership skills with experience managing large teams and fostering employee development.
Proficient in ERP/WMS systems such as Acumatica Savant EFI Radius SAP Manhattan.
Experience implementing safety programs food safety compliance and process improvement initiatives.
Excellent analytical organizational and problem-solving skills.

Lead and manage day-to-day operations of a distribution center including inbound/outbound logistics cross-dock operations cold and dry storage and inventory management.
Supervise mentor and develop a team of 50 150 employees including warehouse staff supervisors and support personnel.
Ensure compliance with food safety regulations OSHA standards and corporate policies implementing continuous improvement initiatives.
Develop and manage relationships with carriers negotiate freight contracts (LTL and full-trailer) and optimize transportation costs.
Oversee ERP/WMS systems (e.g. Acumatica Savant SAP Manhattan) to improve order flow reporting and inventory accuracy.
Implement operational strategies to improve efficiency reduce costs and meet service level agreements for top-tier food & beverage clients.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams including purchasing customer service and quality assurance to align operations with corporate objectives.
Track key performance indicators (KPIs) and develop action plans to meet or exceed operational goals.
Drive a culture of safety accountability and continuous improvement across all warehouse functions.

Qualifications:

5 years of progressive experience in warehouse or distribution center management preferably within the food and beverage industry.
Demonstrated success managing multi-state logistics and distribution operations.
Expertise in freight negotiation cross-dock operations and perishable/dry goods handling.
Strong leadership skills with experience managing large teams and fostering employee development.
Proficient in ERP/WMS systems such as Acumatica Savant EFI Radius SAP Manhattan.
Experience implementing safety programs food safety compliance and process improvement initiatives.
Excellent analytical organizational and problem-solving skills.