Distribution Manager

Attwood Corporation • Lowell, MI

8d • $72,000 - $115,300 • Onsite

About The Position

As part of the talented Distribution team, you develop strategic direction for the department and manage the day-to-day operations and give guidance for the off shift to assist in goals. Analyze and implement strategies to support customer expectations including on-time receiving of product, inventory accuracy, slotting, cycle counts, delivery, quality, productivity, and other key performance indicators. The position develops and implements process improvements; practices Lean Six Sigma and 5S principles to achieve established goals and objectives. At Brunswick, we have passion for our work and a distinct ability to deliver.

Requirements

• Strong computer and analytical skills
• Highly efficient communication skills with attention to methods and follow-up.
• 3-5 years of experience management experience in domestic transportation with a retailer or manufacture
• At least 2-3 years in a supervisory or managerial capacity, overseeing teams and managing performance.
• 3+ years of experience with 3PL, Ocean Carriers, Truckload, LTL and small package/parcel Modes
• Strong leadership skills with an emphasis on building team building.
• Unwavering commitment to our Corporate Values, please ask if they are unknown!
• Commitment to policies and procedures being followed.
• Have in-depth knowledge of international and domestic transportation
• Self-motivated and independent worker
• Proven ability to develop and mentor direct reports.

Nice To Haves

• Copic's and RT or similar Lean Six Sigma Greenbelt
• BS in Industrial Engineering, Logistics, Business managements or related field or a minimum of 5 year's experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead both inbound and outbound distribution teams to meet goals relating to the metrics for the department
• Lead, Suggest and support Continuous improvement projects utilizing A3's, or other defined practices for inbound and outbound areas, including participation in the AR process to justify investments in machinery/software, etc.
• Participates in Finance to set Departmental Budgets
• Develop, implement, and update KPI as required to drive performance in the inbound and outbound areas of the business leading to increases in metrics for the departments.
• Select, develop, train and coach support staff such as Supervisors, Coordinators, union, and non-union employees to provide a strong positive team environment.
• Maintain strong employee relations through various proactive formal and informal departmental communication strategies
• Troubleshoot and resolve daily issues in cooperation with Production, Quality, Scheduling, Maintenance and Sales.
• Consistently apply and enforce company policies and procedures.
• Conduct regular one-on-one meetings with staff to ensure they are completing projects and meeting expectations you have set forth
• Manage and maintain adequate levels of dunnage materials needed to ship customers our products, cartons, pallets ect.
• Manage staffing levels to ensure customers' expectations are met while ensuring we are staffed properly.
• Ensure proper and efficient communication with Customer service, Purchasing, Quality and any other departments that require the department to perform functions of their job.

Benefits

• This position is eligible to participate in Brunswick's comprehensive and high-quality benefits offerings, including medical, dental, vision, paid vacation, 401k (up to 4% match), Health Savings Account (with company contribution), wellbeing program, product purchase discounts and much more.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees