Assistant Distribution Manager

Sazerac Company•Jeffersonville, IN

10d•Onsite

About The Position

The Assistant Distribution Manager will be responsible for overseeing distribution operations according to standards set by federal, state and local agencies and company policy. You will be verifying all inbound and outbound shipments, managing distribution warehouse logistics and inventory, directing daily work. This role will also submit all invoices to be processed, print BOL and manifest for deliveries; communicate with wholesalers and customers to ensure all outbound shipments are processed in a timely matter.

Requirements

Bachelors Degree
3-10 years relevant experience
Ability to communicate with all levels of an org
Experience in a fast paced environment, strong analytical and technical skills, working knowledge of MS Office Products (Word, Excel and Outlook)

Nice To Haves

Strong planning and organizational skills
Experience in Alcohol Beverage Industry or CPG overall

Responsibilities

Lead and develop team members by providing coaching, performance feedback, and training that supports a high-performing, engaged team. Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
Identify opportunities to improve operational efficiency, reduce costs, and optimize productivity through data analysis and process improvements. Develop and implement corrective action plans to drive measurable performance results.
Champion continuous improvement initiatives by creating, implementing, and maintaining standard operating procedures that enhance consistency and operational excellence. Evaluate key performance metrics to identify trends and improve overall distribution center performance.
Drive Warehouse Management System (WMS) adoption by supporting training, system enhancements, and process optimization. Monitor operational metrics to improve shipping accuracy, reduce product damage, and strengthen inventory control.
Promote a safe and compliant work environment by leading safety initiatives, reinforcing OSHA, food safety, quality, and environmental standards, and implementing preventive measures to reduce workplace incidents.