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Distribution Center Manager – Salt Lake City, UT
Please Note: This is an in-person role based in Salt Lake City, Utah. Employment with Intermountain Wood Products is contingent on successfully passing a background check and drug screening.
Full-Time | 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM, Monday - Friday | $85,000 per year
About the Role
At Intermountain Wood Products, we’re more than a distributor. As a privately owned company, we’ve been a trusted partner to flooring retailers and installers across the Western U.S. and the Midwest, delivering quality materials and dependable service since 1934.
As the Distribution Center Manager, you will oversee daily operations at our Salt Lake Flooring Distribution Center while leading and mentoring both warehouse and sales teams. This role blends operational leadership, hands-on warehouse management, and active sales support, along with customer engagement, to ensure efficient operations, strengthen long-standing relationships, and drive business growth in an established market.
What You’ll Do
Build Relationships: Develop and strengthen partnerships with flooring dealers, installers, and contractor professionals in the Salt Lake market. Engage regularly with customers to address inquiries, provide solutions, and support business growth.
Operational Leadership: Oversee and manage daily distribution center operations, including receiving, stocking, inventory control, cycle counts, and order accuracy. Provide hands-on support with picking and loading as needed, and manage inventory in line with distribution requirements and company safety and operational policies.
Be the Expert: Learn our product lines and use your expertise to guide customers to the right solutions, answer questions, and provide pricing and sales support.
Deliver Service that Stands Out: Go the extra mile to solve problems, follow through, and create real value for customers. Ensure satisfaction and consistency by following up after orders and deliveries.
Collaborate & Contribute: Work closely with sales and warehouse teams to deliver a seamless customer experience. Train, support, and develop team members to meet operational and sales goals, fostering a culture of sales excellence, teamwork, and accountability.
What You’ll Bring
Experience: Previous management, supervisory, or leadership experience with a strong emphasis on sales. B2B experience is preferred. Experience in a lumber yard, hardwood flooring, or woodworking environment is a plus. Demonstrated ability to lead teams, drive customer growth, and manage operations effectively.
Computer Skills: Strong working knowledge of computers, including Microsoft Office and Google Drive.
Driver’s License: Valid license with a clean driving record.
Compliance: Must successfully complete a pre-employment background check and drug screening.
Relationship Skills: A natural ability to connect, communicate and build trust with customers and coworkers through strong people skills.
Mindset: Strong problem solving abilities, proactive, self motivated and driven to succeed. Comfortable working independently while supporting a team.
Passion: Commitment to craftsmanship, customer success, and teamwork.
What You’ll Love About Us
Strong Starting Salary
Starting salary of $85,000 , depending on experience.
Established Territory
You’ll step into a healthy market with long-standing customer relationships and room to grow.
Full Benefits Package
Health, dental & vision insurance
401(k) with company match
Paid time off & holidays
Profit sharing
Tuition reimbursement
Culture You Can Count On
We take pride in our people-first approach! At Intermountain Wood Products, you’ll find a team that’s collaborative, down-to-earth, and driven to help each other succeed.
Why Join Us
We’ve been helping businesses build better floors and supply quality wood products for builders, contractors, and millwork shops for decades. Our success is built on strong relationships, integrity, and a shared passion for craftsmanship. If that sounds like you, come grow with a company where your effort is recognized, your potential is supported, and your results truly matter!
Salary : $85,000