Distribution Manager

About Us

WHY WERNER? BECAUSE WE ARE THE PRO'S CHOICE! You will find our market leading products and brands on trucks and job sites all over the world. Focusing on end users' needs drives our success. Our entire product development process-from research to engineering to manufacturing to commercialization-creates products that ensure ease of use, productivity, durability and safety for the end user. On jobsites across America and the world, WernerCo brands are most preferred.

Overview

Are you ready to lead and transform?

We are searching for an experienced and driven Distribution Manager who is passionate about taking our Distribution Centers to the next level. If you have a vision for excellence in operational execution, a commitment to safety, and a talent for inspiring teams, this is the opportunity you've been waiting for!

About the Role: As the Distribution Manager, you will be the driving force behind transforming our traditional warehouses into world-class facilities. Your mission? To create a culture of safety, continuous improvement, and operational excellence. With two large Distribution Centers in Socorro, TX under your leadership, you'll oversee financial performance, day-to-day operations, and the development of a high-performing team.

Responsibilities

What You'll Do:

Lead and Inspire:
? Develop and mentor a team of managers, supervisors, and shop floor leaders, setting goals, providing ongoing feedback, and fostering career growth.
? Partner with the on-site HR Manager to ensure that our policies, from safety to absenteeism, are not just followed but embraced by everyone.
? Improve employee retention and engagement, making our facilities places where people are excited to work.

Drive Operational Excellence:
? Work closely with HR to maintain optimal staffing levels, balancing service targets with cost efficiency.
? Lead the charge in managing all aspects of the facility, from KPI tracking to Inbound and Outbound flow.
? Elevate our operations by driving initiatives in safety, quality, inventory management, and labor management.

Be a Strategic Partner:
? Collaborate with finance and your direct leader to create and execute a financial plan that supports productivity and reduces operational costs.
? Work with customers and corporate teams to resolve challenges and continuously improve customer satisfaction

Qualifications

What We're Looking For:
? Strong communicator with the ability to build relationships at all levels of the organization.
? A master multitasker who is highly organized and excels in time management.
? Detail-oriented with excellent follow-up practices.
? Bachelor's degree preferred in engineering, logistics, supply chain, manufacturing/production, or business.
? Over ten years of experience in logistics, warehousing, manufacturing, or a related field, with at least five years in a managerial role.
? Proven experience in developing and implementing strategic plans.
? Project management skills and a knack for developing solutions.
? Bilingual candidates are highly preferred.

Work Environment: This role is based in a warehouse setting, where you'll be exposed to various conditions including cold, heat, and humidity. You may also work in an office environment using standard equipment.

Physical Demands:
? Regularly required to use hands, reach, stand, walk, stoop, kneel, or crouch.
? Must be able to lift and move objects up to 50 lbs, and occasionally, with assistance, objects over 75 lbs.

Travel:
? Travel is minimal, less than 10% of the time, with occasional international trips.

Why Join Us? This is more than just a job-it's an opportunity to make a lasting impact. If you're ready to lead a team, drive change, and elevate our operations, we want to hear from you!

EEO Statement

WernerCo is committed to fostering, cultivating, and preserving a culture of diversity, equity and inclusion. WernerCo is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. All qualified applicants to WernerCo are considered for employment without regard to age, color, disability, ethnicity, family or marital status, gender identity or expression, language, national origin, physical and mental ability, political affiliation, race, religion, sexual orientation, socio-economic status, veteran status or any other protected characteristic. WernerCo will not tolerate discrimination or harassment of any kind based on these characteristics.

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