POSITION SUMMARY: Reporting to the Plant Manager, the Distribution Manager oversees all aspects of distribution operations. This role involves cultivating and maintaining strong customer and vendor relationships, as well as designing and upholding distribution policies and procedures to ensure efficiency and compliance with industry standards and regulations. Proficiency in various field-related concepts, practices, and procedures is demonstrated, drawing upon prior experience and sound judgment to strategize and achieve objectives. Responsibilities include a diverse range of tasks, including leadership and employee coaching. This position demands a high level of creativity and autonomy. Central to the role is the timely dispatch of goods to designated destinations, ensuring accuracy and fulfillment of quantities.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

· Assists leadership in supporting departments (R&D, Operations, FSQA) with all operational functions.

· Participates in the development and implementation of policies and procedures for distribution processes as needed to satisfy Corporate, plant level, and customer needs.

· Ensures optimization and compliance with established standards and regulations.

· Demonstrates expertise in a variety of the field’s concepts, practices, and procedures.

· Develops and maintains strong customer and vendor relationships.

· Assists corporate teams and vendors with planning and executing efficient transportation.

· Assigns work and monitors productivity to ensure a high standard of quality, accuracy, efficiency, and housekeeping.

· Ensures the timely, accurate, and damaged-free handling of finished goods are accomplished while adhering to safety and quality standards (SQF).

· Promotes safety in work processes and employee performance by supporting company safety programs, attending safety meetings, and following the monthly safety-training schedule.

· Cultivates a team-oriented environment focused on action and results.

· Leads, recognizes, develops, and conducts routine performance discussions with supervisors and other direct reports.

· Exhibits robust skills in problem identification, resolution, and continuous improvement.

· Ensures that Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) for the department are consistently met. Establishes and executes action plans for areas of opportunity and provides timely coaching to supervisor(s) and employees, as appropriate.

· Assists with addressing employee relations issues that arise in the assigned functional areas.

· Carries out developmental coaching and disciplinary actions as appropriate.

· Maintains clear and open communication with the Plant Manager and responds quickly to requests and feedback.

· Performs other duties as assigned by Supervisor.

COMPETENCIES:

To perform this job successfully, the Distribution Manager must be self-motivated, able to problem solve, detail-oriented, and able to stay on task. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

· Excellent organization and time management skills.

· Must be a self-starter and be able to accomplish a versatile and evolving workload.

· Excellent in all forms of communication.

· Skilled at Excel, PowerPoint design and JD Edward ERP system.

· Innovative, problem solver, flexible, and able to juggle multiple priorities.

· Self-motivated, with the ability to multi-task, prioritize, and adapt well to change.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

· BS/BA or equivalent is preferred.

· Minimum of 5 years’ experience in a logistics/distribution leadership position

We offer competitive compensation packages based on experience.

If you are an experienced Distribution Manager looking for a new challenge in a dynamic industry, we would love to hear from you. Apply now to join our team!

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• Employee assistance program
• Flexible schedule
• Flexible spending account
• Health savings account
• Prescription drug insurance
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed

Ability to Relocate:

• Rock Island, IL 61201: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person