R10040510 Distribution Manager (Open) Location: Appleton, WI - Filling industrial How will you CONTRIBUTE and GROW? The Distribution Manager is responsible for all phases of distribution including daily truck routing (inter-company shuttles, trailer and bulk deliveries), ordering truck maintenance, and recordkeeping and driver safety meetings. The Distribution Manager is responsible for maximizing delivery service in a safe and efficient manner. This position supervises drivers and coordinates special requirements with Plant Manager and shift leads. Provides safety and compliance training to meet DOT, OSHA, FDA and Corporate requirements. Champions distribution efficiency initiatives for the location, including demand leveling. Drives continuous improvement in daily distribution operations. Develops, documents and trains employees on SOPs and processes. Daily review and processing of all DOT documentation including vehicle condition reports and drivers hours of service, route efficiency and completion. Reviews incoming orders for accuracy and unusual requirements. Communicate unusual requirements for production planning. Prepares daily local and inter-branch delivery schedule for cylinders and bulk. Prepares load sheets, delivery tickets and manifests and highlights any critical customer requirements. Insures loads are accurate and complete. Reviews returned trips for paperwork accuracy and completeness, and unfulfilled orders Reviews open orders for status and closure. Responds to inquiries from sales, customer service and branches regarding delivery status and capabilities Responds to emergency delivery requirements. Manages availability of drivers and equipment, including all maintenance requirements, to insure that adequate resources are available to meet distribution needs. Controls distribution costs and maximizes service response through balancing of daily routes and overall system optimization. Directly supervises drivers. Other duties and projects as assigned. ________________________ Are you a MATCH? Required Education: High School Diploma or Equivalent required. College degree in supply chain management or logistics management or related field desired. Required Length & Type of Experience: Minimum 5 years of experience in a manufacturing or distribution operation. Minimum 2 years leadership experience in a distribution environment. Knowledge, Skills & Abilities: Knowledge of truck routing and shipping hazardous materials. Knowledge of DOT regulations and FDA requirements. Working knowledge of SAP. Efficient in Microsoft Office products. Strong verbal and written communication skills. Self-starter, self-motivated, independent, well-organized, attention to detail. Team player with positive attitude; strong collaborative skills; ability to influence without having direct authority. Ability to read and comprehend technical procedures, governmental regulations, MSDS, safety rules, manufacturer operating and maintenance instructions, procedure manuals, etc. Must be able to work with a wide variety of people with different personalities and backgrounds. Must have effective oral and written English language ability. Strong analytical skills; competency for understanding metrics and ability to present and communicate to all levels of the organization and external customers. Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent’s. Must be customer service oriented and able to interact in a professional, respectful and courteous manner. Must be able to safely drive a forklift. PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The characteristics listed below are representative of the physical demands required by an individual to successfully perform the essential duties of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties. Employee may be required to remain stationary for extended periods of time. Employee may occasionally be required to transverse through office and/or manufacturing locations. Employee will frequently be required to actively listen and exchange information. Employee will be required to observe and assess information received via computer. Requires use of computer, telephone and operation of a motor vehicle. Occasionally be able to move up to 60 pounds and move more than 125 pounds with the aid of material handling equipment. WORK ENVIRONMENT: The characteristics listed below are representative of the work environment typically encountered by an individual while performing the essential duties of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties. Minimal travel; minimal overnight travel – occasional weekend and on-call status. While performing the duties of this position, the associate is occasionally exposed to moving machine parts. When not performing office duties, will assist coworkers loading / unloading product from vehicles. Working outdoor weather conditions may be inclement and range from -10 to over 100 degrees. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to loud. _________________________ Your differences enhance our performance At Airgas, we are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace that embraces the diversity of our employees, our customers, patients, community stakeholders and cultures across the world. We welcome and consider applications from all qualified applicants, regardless of their race, gender, sexual orientation, religion, disability or any other protected characteristic. We strongly believe a diverse organization opens up opportunities for people to express their talent, both individually and collectively and it helps foster our ability to innovate by living our fundamentals, acting for our success and creating an engaging environment in a changing world. _________________________ Equal Employment Opportunity Information We are an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic. Please click here to view the EEO Know Your Rights poster and here to view the Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination poster. Airgas, an Air Liquide Company invites any applicant and/or employee to review the Company’s written Affirmative Action Plan or Policy Statement. This plan or policy statement is available for inspection upon request. Airgas, an Air Liquide Company and its group of companies does not discriminate against qualified applicants with disabilities and is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to the known disabilities of such individuals so as to ensure equal access to benefits and privileges of employment. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact us by email at us-accommodationrequest@airgas.com. _________________________ California Privacy Notice Airgas, an Air Liquide company, is a leading U.S. supplier of industrial, medical and specialty gases, as well as hardgoods and related products; one of the largest U.S. suppliers of safety products. Through the passion and diversity of its 18,000 associates, Airgas fosters a culture of safety, customer success, sustainability and innovation. Airgas associates are empowered to share ideas, take initiative and make decisions. Airgas is a subsidiary of Air Liquide, a world leader in gases, technologies and services for Industry and Health. Air Liquide is present in 78 countries with approximately 64,500 associates globally. Join us for a stimulating experience: you’ll find a world of learning and development opportunities where inventiveness is at the heart of what we do, in an open, collaborative and respectful environment.