Distribution Center Manager-Tallahassee, FL

Satellites Unlimited•Tallahassee, FL

4d•Onsite

About The Position

Satellites Unlimited, LLC is a regional service provider in the paid satellite tv industry with 14 office locations and over 300 employees. We are an exclusive Regional Service Provider for DISH Network in several states. We are an employee-owned and operated organization with a 30-year history of success, providing video, internet, home automation, security, and sound system installations. We invest in our team members to provide the best service to over 200,000 customers annually, believing our people are our greatest asset. The Distribution Center Manager is responsible for the overall leadership, safety, efficiency, and performance of the distribution center, including warehouse operations, inventory control, facility maintenance, fleet compliance, transportation support, and personnel management. This role ensures accurate and efficient handling of products, materials, equipment, and company assets while maintaining a safe, organized, and compliant workplace. The manager will also oversee facility maintenance and ensure company vehicles meet all operational, safety, DOT, and fleet requirements. The ideal candidate is a hands-on leader capable of balancing daily operational demands with long-term improvements in safety, productivity, inventory accuracy, fleet readiness, facility condition, and cost control.

Requirements

5+ years of experience in distribution, warehouse, logistics, fleet, transportation, or operations management.
Working knowledge of warehouse and inventory management practices.
General mechanical knowledge of automobiles, commercial vehicles, and material-handling equipment.
Experience coordinating facility and equipment maintenance.
Understanding of fleet preventive maintenance and vehicle inspection processes.
General knowledge of DOT, OSHA, and workplace safety requirements.
Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving abilities.
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced operational environment.
Proficiency with Google Workspace, including spreadsheets, documents, and reporting tools.
Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record.
Be able to obtain a DOT medical card to operate a non-CDL box truck.

Nice To Haves

3+ years of supervisory or management experience preferred.
Experience managing a multi-site or high-volume distribution operation.
Experience with fleet management systems, telematics, or platforms such as Samsara.
Experience working with third-party fleet management providers.
Knowledge of commercial vehicle maintenance and repair.
Experience with Pixsys and/or inventory-management software.
OSHA, DOT, forklift, safety, or related professional training/certifications.
Experience developing KPIs, dashboards, and continuous-improvement initiatives.

Responsibilities

Direct daily receiving, warehousing, inventory, picking, staging, shipping, and distribution activities.
Ensure materials and equipment are received, processed, stored, and distributed accurately and efficiently.
Establish and maintain organized warehouse layouts and designated storage locations.
Monitor workflow, staffing, productivity, and workload to meet operational requirements.
Maintain high standards for inventory accuracy and material accountability.
Conduct or coordinate cycle counts, physical inventories, and inventory reconciliations.
Investigate inventory discrepancies, shortages, damaged materials, and process failures.
Ensure timely processing of returns, transfers, obsolete inventory, and other material movements.
Develop and maintain standard operating procedures for distribution center activities.
Identify opportunities to improve productivity, reduce waste, improve material flow, and lower operating costs.
Maintain overall responsibility for the condition, safety, security, and appearance of the distribution center and surrounding property.
Conduct routine facility inspections and identify maintenance or safety concerns.
Coordinate preventive and corrective maintenance for HVAC systems, electrical and lighting, plumbing, dock doors and loading areas, racking and shelving, material handling equipment, fire and life-safety equipment, security and access-control systems, and building and grounds.
Coordinate repairs and maintenance with approved outside vendors and contractors.
Maintain facility maintenance records and preventive maintenance schedules.
Obtain quotes, issue service requests, and monitor vendor performance and repair costs.
Ensure emergency exits, fire extinguishers, walkways, loading areas, and other safety-related areas remain accessible and compliant.
Support facility projects, improvements, expansions, and equipment installations as required.
Oversee the operational readiness and compliance of company vehicles assigned to the distribution center.
Ensure vehicles receive required preventive maintenance and repairs according to company standards and manufacturer recommendations.
Conduct or coordinate routine vehicle inspections and fleet audits.
Monitor vehicle condition, mileage, utilization, maintenance status, registrations, insurance documentation, and required inspections.
Coordinate vehicle repairs and maintenance with internal resources, fleet management companies, dealerships, and outside vendors.
Ensure drivers complete required pre-trip/post-trip inspections and promptly report vehicle defects.
Monitor and resolve vehicle safety deficiencies before vehicles are returned to service.
Maintain required fleet documentation and compliance records.
Support compliance with applicable DOT, FMCSA, OSHA, state, local, and company requirements.
Ensure applicable drivers maintain required licenses, medical cards, training, and other qualifications.
Monitor fleet safety equipment and ensure vehicles contain required company and regulatory equipment.
Assist with accident reporting, vehicle damage documentation, claims coordination, and corrective actions.
Monitor fleet utilization and recommend reassignment, replacement, or disposal of underutilized or high-cost assets.
Promote safe driving practices and overall fleet accountability.
Maintain a strong safety culture throughout warehouse, facility, and fleet operations.
Conduct routine safety inspections and immediately address unsafe conditions.
Ensure employees receive appropriate safety and equipment training.
Maintain compliance with OSHA requirements and company safety policies.
Ensure proper operation and inspection of forklifts, pallet jacks, dock equipment, and other material-handling equipment.
Maintain required safety documentation and inspection records.
Investigate accidents, injuries, property damage, vehicle incidents, and near misses.
Develop and implement corrective actions when safety or compliance issues are identified.
Conduct regular safety meetings and reinforce employee accountability for safe work practices.
Lead, coach, develop, and hold distribution center employees accountable for performance.
Establish clear expectations for safety, productivity, attendance, quality, customer service, and workplace organization.
Manage employee scheduling and staffing requirements.
Participate in hiring, onboarding, training, performance evaluations, coaching, and disciplinary actions.
Cross-train employees to improve operational flexibility and business continuity.
Promote teamwork and effective communication between distribution, fleet, operations, purchasing, finance, and field personnel.
Develop employees for increased responsibility and future leadership opportunities.