Distribution Manager

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WHO WE ARE

IMS represents leading brands at the point of purchase in store online and behind the scenes including digital and traditional signage print and POP branded merchandise and more. Our marketplace is solution agnostic so our clients achieve best execution at lowest price throughout North America. Our integrated platform (planning procurement freight warehousing kitting fulfillment field execution analytics and program management) empowers our clients to stay at the strategic level knowing that we can help turn their marketing vision into a reality. Visit us at: .

IMS is wholly owned by Omnicom Group (NYSE: OMC) an inter-connected global network of leading marketing communication companies offering a diverse comprehensive range of marketing solutions spanning brand advertising customer relationship management media planning and buying services public relations and numerous specialty communications services to drive bottom line results for its clients ().

WE VALUE WHAT MAKES YOU YOU

IMS is committed to building and maintaining a team that reflects the diverse consumer base and communities that we serve. We know that when our associates are empowered to bring their whole selves to work they feel valued and appreciated and bring better results for our clients. We strive to build a culture that rewards people for their unique perspectives and contributions and where our people are connected - to the work we do to each other and to IMS.

IMS is currently seeking a Distribution Manager to work in our Kenosha WI distribution facility.

Primary Responsibilities Include but not limited to:

• Account service work with account teams and Client project managers to plan projects communicate details submit estimates if needed and ensure our understanding of the project meets clients expectations.
• P&L responsibilities aggressively manage monthly forecasts monitor GP and tightly control expenses
• Inventory management aggressively manage process compliance in receiving shipping and inventory control.
• Project management develop and manage all aspects of a project by planning staff space and supplies.
• Quality assurance key driver to guarantee quality meets or exceeds clients requirements.
• Oversee kit pack-out and distribution work with the team to deliver accurate efficient on-time pack-out at or under budget.
• Comply with ISO 9001:2008 procedures reinforce & continually work to improve standards
• Project completion oversee the close of a project which includes computer system work facility clean-up product put-away and invoicing.
• Staffing assist in staff hiring training development motivation and performance against measurement. 10 50 direct reports (includes contracted labor)
• Safety & OSHA assure all employees follow Federal State and OSHA requirements for safety and operations.

Success of the above will be strongly dependent upon the following:

• Being a good communicator team player able and willing to inspire a team climate.
• Having a hands-on management style with all employees.
• Possessing strong project management and organizational skills.
• Having strong knowledge of POS kit packing requirements.
• Being pro-active in their thinking and planning; demonstrating the ability to think through issues recognizing areas of potential concern or improvement and developing solutions.
• Having the ability to professionally represent IMS in Client and vendor meetings.
• Relying on extensive experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals.
• Leading and directing the work of others.

Experience/Qualifications:

• Associates degree or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Familiarity with excel and intermediate skills to include (Pivot tables vlookup formatting and data organizing)
• Minimum of eight years of distribution and project management experience in the POP/POS industry.
• Experience starting up new clients & facilities working with WMS & RF and having Six Sigma experience is a plus.

IMS offers a comprehensive compensation and benefits package that includes medical dental vision and 401(k) a generous paid time off policy and more! The salary range for this job is $80000 to $85000 - The salary range provided in this job posting is an estimate based on market data and internal equity.

Final compensation will be determined based on knowledge skills experience location and other relevant factors such as certain certifications that may be desired for this role.

IMS is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Omnicoms policy requires employees to work in the office for a minimum of three days a week unless additional in-office days are directed by their agency or manager. Our objective is to increase this requirement over time and many of our agencies as well as Omnicoms corporate group already require five days of in-office attendance.

Omnicom is committed to hiring and developing exceptional talent. We agree that talent is uniquely distributed and were focused on developing inclusive teams that can bring the best solutions to everything we do. We strongly believe that celebrating what makes us different makes us better together. Join uswe look forward to getting to know you. We will process your personal data in accordance with our Recruitment Privacy Notice.

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