What are the responsibilities and job description for the Distribution General Manager position at Trek Bicycle and Careers?
A bit about us
Trek is an awesome place to work, with amazing benefits for all employees. We build only products we love, provide incredible hospitality to our customers, and change the world by getting more people on bikes. When you’re on our team, you’re taken care of, encouraged to learn and grow, and given lots of opportunities to do so. Give us your best, and we’ll give it right back. Sound pretty sweet? Then come join us!
Job Location
WI Distribution CenterJob Description
As the Distribution General Manager, you’ll lead operations at our flagship distribution center in Johnson Creek, WI. You’ll be responsible for the full scope of warehouse operations—from P&L ownership and safety to team development and carrier relationships. This is a high-impact leadership role where you’ll shape culture, drive performance, and help deliver the best bikes in the world to customers everywhere.
Facility Size: 250,000 sq. ft.
Reports to: Director of Distribution and Delivery
Team: 80 employees, including 3 Operations Managers, 6 Team Leads, and an Assistant GM
What You’ll Do
Own and manage site-level P&L and operational performance
Lead and inspire a team of salaried and hourly employees across multiple departments
Exceed KPIs in service, cost, safety, quality, and team culture
Champion a safety-first mindset and implement best-in-class protocols
Foster a customer-first culture across all operations
Drive hiring, training, and retention strategies that build a high-performing team
Build strong relationships with internal stakeholders and external partners
Lead with a continuous improvement mindset using Lean principles
Ensure inventory accuracy and operational integrity
Coach and develop leaders to grow within the organization
What You Bring
Bachelor’s degree required
5 years of experience in warehouse or distribution center leadership
Proven success managing both hourly and salaried teams
Strong background in:
ERP/WMS systems (e.g., Manhattan, Oracle, Blue Yonder, SAP)
TMS systems (e.g., Proship, E2Open, 3G)
LMS systems (e.g., Easy Metrics, TZA)
Experience with full P&L responsibility and volume forecasting
Deep understanding of Lean methodologies and continuous improvement
Advanced Excel and Microsoft Office skills
Knowledge of LTL and parcel shipping industries
High energy, strong communication skills, and a passion for developing people
Why Trek?
A culture that values people, purpose, and performance
A leadership team that supports autonomy and innovation
A company that believes work should be fun, fulfilling, and impactful
The chance to be part of something bigger—changing the world by getting more people on bikes
Ready to lead with purpose and ride with the best?
Apply now and take your seat on the Trek bus. We can’t wait to meet you.
Trek Benefits:
- Flexible and fun company culture
- Competitive health care
- PPO & HDHP medical plan options, Dental insurance, Vision insurance
- Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
- Free life insurance & optional term life insurance
- Competitive vacation package
- 401(k) with match and Employee Stock Ownership Plans (ESOP)
- 12 weeks of maternity leave with 100% pay
- Flexible holiday schedule – 10 company holidays
- Tuition Reimbursement up to $15,000! (Undergraduate & Masters programs)
- Employee discounts on all product
- Deep partner retail discounts
We are an Equal Employment Opportunity (“EEO”) Employer. Trek strictly prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, gender, gender identity, pregnancy, marital status, partnership status, sexual orientation, age, national origin, veteran or military status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, or any other characteristic prohibited by federal, state and/or local laws. This policy applies to all aspects of employment, including hiring, promotion, demotion, compensation, training, working conditions, transfer, job assignments, benefits, layoff, and termination.
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