Distribution Center Manager - Pittsburgh

PCF•Pittsburgh, PA

45d•Onsite

About The Position

PCF is hiring a confident and operationally driven Night Shift Distribution Center Manager to lead our overnight team at our Pittsburgh, PA location. In this role, you'll oversee safe, accurate, and efficient operations both in the warehouse environment and final mile delivery. Your team consists of employees and independent contractors. This is a seven-day operation with warehouse hours starting at 9PM. This role is not just about keeping the shift running and achieving optimum results, you'll be making an impact at a foundational level. You'll be trusted to handle challenges independently, from driving operational performance inclusive of completing territory deliveries daily to resolving employee relations issues, all while fostering an environment built on respect, fairness, and accountability.

Requirements

Experienced Leader: You bring at least 5 years in warehouse and final mile operations successfully managing teams consisting of employees and independent contractors. You've led overnight or third-shift teams and understand how to motivate and support them
Proven Builder: You have a history of success in building operational excellence from the ground up
Decisive and Confident: You're comfortable making important decisions on your own during the shift, ensuring safety, fairness, and productivity even without direct senior leadership or HR support on site
Inclusive Leader: You respect and value people from all cultures and backgrounds, building trust and belonging so teammates feel supported and teams thrive
High Integrity: You set clear boundaries, stick to them, and hold yourself and others accountable while modeling the behavior you expect
Tech Savvy: You are proficient in Microsoft office tools and can adapt to industry leading software, which is critical to our daily work
"Can do" Mindset: You're comfortable with ambiguity and thrive in fast-moving, ever-changing environments. You know how to build structure and processes in places where they don't yet exist
Operational Expert: You bring deep expertise in warehouse management and final mile delivery- not afraid to jump in and lead by example
Results-Oriented Leader: You're data-driven, understand KPIs, and consistently deliver results in fast-paced environments
Collaborative Partner: You build strong cross-departmental relationships that keep the broader operation aligned
Safety-First Leader: You foster a culture where safety is non-negotiable and compliance is built into every process
Ability to stand and walk for extended periods (up to 10-12 hours per shift) with scheduled breaks
Must have a reliable vehicle, valid driver's license in the state where residing, and automobile insurance at limits required by PCF
Ability to walk the floor extensively, averaging 10,000+ steps per day
Ability to lift and move items up to 40lbs occasionally throughout the shift
Comfort with pushing, pulling, bending, twisting, and performing repetitive motions as needed to support team operations

Responsibilities

Walk the Walk: Ready and willing to hit the road to complete final mile deliveries on a daily basis
Drive Overnight Operational Excellence: Lead, monitor, and optimize workflows to ensure timely and accurate customer service to our clients
Lead with Confidence: Serve as the on-site leader for overnight operations, trusted to resolve challenges and make decisions that keep the team safe, engaged, and productive
Develop High-Performing Teams: Coach and mentor your direct reports, giving them the tools, feedback, and support they need to succeed.
Foster a Positive Culture: Build an inclusive, motivating environment where people feel respected, supported, and accountable
Address HR and ER Issues in Real Time: Navigate employee relations issues fairly and consistently, de-escalating and resolving situations on the spot while protecting both the employee and independent contractor experience according to business needs
Deliver Results: Consistently achieve or exceed operational KPIs by leveraging data, analyzing performance trends, and implementing continuous improvement initiatives
Enhance Safety and Compliance: Ensure all employees follow safety standards and protocols, minimizing risk and maintaining a secure workplace
Collaborate Across the Business: Partner with other regions, warehouse managers, and corporate teams to align priorities, share insights, and ensure consistency across operations