Job Description:

Distribution Manager

Location: Solon OH

Why This Role Matters

Our Distribution team serves as the critical link between manufacturing and our customers. As a Distribution Manager you will lead the daily operations that ensure products are received stored and shipped safely accurately and efficiently. Your leadership will directly impact customer satisfaction inventory accuracy employee engagement and operational performance.

This role is ideal for a hands-on leader who thrives in a fast-paced environment enjoys developing people and is passionate about driving continuous improvement while maintaining a strong culture of safety and accountability.

What You Will Do

• Lead daily shipping receiving and returned goods operations to ensure customer requirements are met.
• Create and maintain a safe work environment through employee engagement training and adherence to safety programs.
• Train coach and develop warehouse and distribution employees to maximize performance and engagement.
• Monitor productivity attendance and performance while providing feedback coaching and corrective action when necessary.
• Conduct employee performance evaluations and recommend compensation adjustments.
• Schedule domestic outbound truckload shipments using approved carrier networks.
• Optimize freight routing to maximize transportation efficiency and cost savings.
• Collaborate closely with Customer Service to ensure on-time and accurate order fulfillment.
• Partner with Inventory Control to maintain inventory accuracy between warehouse systems and ERP platforms.
• Maintain warehouse organization and layout utilizing 80/20 principles to maximize efficiency and workflow.
• Oversee payroll-related activities vacation scheduling and attendance tracking.
• Negotiate with suppliers and vendors to secure competitive pricing on operational supplies.
• Identify and implement process improvements that increase productivity quality and customer satisfaction.
• Develop and maintain operational reports metrics and spreadsheets to monitor performance and drive decision-making.

What You Will Bring

• Bachelors degree in Business Management Business Administration Supply Chain Logistics or a related field preferred. Equivalent relevant experience will also be considered.
• 23 years of supervisory experience in a distribution warehouse or logistics environment.
• Knowledge of shipping receiving inventory control and warehouse operations.
• Strong commitment to workplace safety and employee development.
• Ability to lead motivate and hold teams accountable in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously.
• Experience using ERP systems with JDE experience preferred.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications including Excel.
• Excellent communication interpersonal and customer service skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities with a focus on continuous improvement.

Whats In It For You

• Opportunity to lead a critical function within a growing manufacturing and distribution operation.
• Ability to make a direct impact on customer satisfaction operational efficiency and business performance.
• Leadership development and career growth opportunities.
• Collaborative team environment that values continuous improvement and employee engagement.
• Competitive benefits package including medical dental vision retirement savings paid time off and company holidays.
• The chance to work for a company that values safety teamwork innovation and operational excellence.

Compensation Information:

Compensation

We offer a competitive salary based on experience qualifications and leadership addition to base compensation eligible employees may participate in incentive programs and receive a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance retirement savings plans paid time off holidays and professional development opportunities.

ITW is an equal opportunity employer. We value our colleagues unique perspectives experiences and ideas and create workplaces where everyone can develop their careers and perform to their full potential.

As an equal employment opportunity employer ITW is committed to equal employment opportunity and fair treatment for employees beginning with the hiring process and continuing through all aspects of the employment relationship.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color sex gender identity sexual orientation religion national origin age disability protected Veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal state or local laws.