Distribution Center Manager

Watts Water•Sparks, NV

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Distribution Center Manager is a strategic and operational leader accountable for end-to-end site operations and best-in-class performance. The role focuses on safety, service excellence, operational efficiency, quality, and continuous improvement, aligning people, processes, and technology to meet business objectives, improve customer experience, optimize cost, and support growth. The manager owns full-site performance across receiving, put-away, inventory management, order fulfillment, safety, and quality; drives KPI performance and operational excellence; manages budgets and cost initiatives; and leads a high-performing team across operational shifts. The role reports to the DC Operations Director and is based on-site at the Sparks, Nevada facility. The position requires regular warehouse-floor presence and occasional weekend support as needed for operational continuity. The work is primarily in an office environment, with required presence on the warehouse floor and appropriate personal protective equipment. The facility operates one shift, Monday through Friday, with start times at 6 a.m. or 7 a.m. depending on department; the manager’s scheduled hours will be communicated by their manager.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in supply chain, operations, engineering, business, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
10+ years of progressive leadership experience in distribution warehousing.
Proven ability to lead large teams and influence across organizational levels.
Demonstrated success implementing Lean or continuous-improvement initiatives.
Strong analytical mindset and data-driven decision-making capability.
Excellent communication, leadership, and stakeholder-management skills.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
Commitment to Watts’ values of integrity, accountability, continuous improvement and innovation, and transparency.
Punctuality and dependability; ability to adapt to changing priorities and stressful conditions.
Adherence to company policies, procedures, process standards, and Watts’ cultural beliefs.
Ability to remain seated at a desk or workstation for extended periods; perform repetitive keyboard or mouse tasks; move around the office and transport office-related materials; read documents, use a computer, perform data entry, and communicate clearly with coworkers and management.
Ability to operate standard office equipment and occasionally lift and carry light objects.
Ability to perform distribution center activities such as receiving, shipping, and inventory control when needed.

Nice To Haves

Strong working knowledge of ERP systems such as SAP Hana.

Responsibilities

Own full-site operational performance, including receiving, put-away, inventory management, order fulfillment, site safety, and quality.
Drive operational excellence through disciplined execution, performance management, and ownership of safety, service, cost, quality, and productivity KPIs.
Ensure optimal facility utilization, workflow design, and labor efficiency.
Champion a proactive safety culture and ensure compliance with regulatory and company standards.
Maintain adherence to quality systems, inventory-control practices, and operational procedures.
Apply Lean Distribution principles, including 5S and Standard Work, Tiered Daily Management, Root Cause Analysis and Corrective Actions, error-proofing (Poka-Yoke), Kaizen events, and process optimization.
Identify and implement process improvements that produce measurable gains in productivity, cost, and service.
Develop and manage site budgets, expenses, and cost-improvement initiatives.
Analyze operational and financial data to guide decisions and improve business outcomes.
Align operational strategies with company financial and growth objectives.
Build, develop, and lead an engaged, high-performing team across multiple shifts.
Promote accountability, inclusion, and continuous learning; coach and mentor leaders and support bench strength and succession planning.
Partner with Planning, Customer Service, Manufacturing, and Sales to align demand, capacity, and service expectations.
Drive communication and transparency across teams to support execution and customer satisfaction.
Perform activities within distribution center operations when needed, such as receiving, shipping, and inventory control.
Work on-site at the Sparks facility, maintain regular presence on the warehouse floor, wear appropriate personal protective equipment, and provide occasional weekend support as needed.