Distribution Manager

Airgas•Roseville, MN

10h

About The Position

The Distribution Manager oversees all phases of distribution operations, including daily truck routing for inter-company shuttles, trailer deliveries, and bulk deliveries; truck maintenance coordination; recordkeeping; and driver safety meetings. The role maximizes delivery service safely and efficiently, supervises drivers, and coordinates special requirements with the Plant Manager and shift leads. The manager provides safety and compliance training to meet DOT, OSHA, FDA, and corporate requirements, champions distribution-efficiency initiatives such as demand leveling, and drives continuous improvement. The role also develops, documents, and trains employees on standard operating procedures and processes. The Distribution Manager reviews and processes DOT documentation, including vehicle condition reports and drivers’ hours of service, and monitors route efficiency and completion. Responsibilities include reviewing incoming orders for accuracy and unusual requirements; communicating special requirements for production planning; preparing daily local and inter-branch delivery schedules, load sheets, delivery tickets, and manifests; verifying load accuracy and completeness; reviewing returned-trip paperwork and unfulfilled orders; and monitoring open orders through status and closure. The manager responds to delivery inquiries and emergency delivery needs, manages driver and equipment availability and maintenance, and controls distribution costs while balancing routes and optimizing the overall system. Other duties and projects may be assigned. The role is based in Roseville, Minnesota, in a filling industrial setting. The stated salary range is $75,000–$85,000. Airgas describes its workplace as diverse and inclusive and its culture as focused on safety, customer success, sustainability, and innovation.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
At least 5 years of experience in a manufacturing or distribution operation.
At least 2 years of leadership experience in a distribution environment.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office products.
Strong verbal and written communication skills, including effective oral and written English-language ability.
Self-starter who is self-motivated, independent, well-organized, and detail-oriented.
Team player with a positive attitude, strong collaboration skills, and the ability to influence without direct authority.
Ability to read and understand technical procedures, government regulations, MSDS, safety rules, manufacturer operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
Ability to work with people with varied personalities and backgrounds.
Strong analytical skills, ability to understand metrics, and ability to present and communicate information to all organizational levels and external customers.
Ability to perform arithmetic using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals, and to compute rates, ratios, and percentages.
Customer-service orientation and ability to interact professionally, respectfully, and courteously.
Ability to safely drive a forklift.
Ability occasionally to move up to 60 pounds and move more than 125 pounds with material-handling equipment.
Knowledge of truck routing and hazardous-material shipping.
Knowledge of DOT regulations and FDA requirements.

Nice To Haves

College degree in supply chain management, logistics management, or a related field.
Working knowledge of SAP.

Responsibilities

Oversee all phases of distribution, including daily routing for inter-company shuttles, trailer deliveries, and bulk deliveries.
Coordinate truck maintenance, distribution recordkeeping, and driver safety meetings.
Maximize delivery service in a safe and efficient manner.
Supervise drivers and coordinate special requirements with the Plant Manager and shift leads.
Provide safety and compliance training to meet DOT, OSHA, FDA, and corporate requirements.
Champion distribution-efficiency initiatives, including demand leveling, and drive continuous improvement in daily operations.
Develop, document, and train employees on SOPs and processes.
Review and process DOT documentation, including vehicle condition reports and drivers’ hours of service; monitor route efficiency and completion.
Review incoming orders for accuracy and unusual requirements and communicate special requirements for production planning.
Prepare daily local and inter-branch delivery schedules for cylinders and bulk deliveries.
Prepare load sheets, delivery tickets, and manifests, highlighting critical customer requirements; ensure loads are accurate and complete.
Review returned trips for paperwork accuracy and completeness and identify unfulfilled orders.
Review open orders for status and closure.
Respond to delivery-status and capability inquiries from sales, customer service, and branches.
Respond to emergency delivery requirements.
Manage driver and equipment availability, including maintenance, to ensure resources meet distribution needs.
Control distribution costs and maximize service response by balancing daily routes and optimizing the overall system.
Perform other duties and projects as assigned.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
Life, AD&D, short-term disability, and long-term disability insurance.
14-week paid childbirth benefit and parental leave.
401(k) plan with company matching funds.
Tuition assistance or reimbursement and discounted college tuition for eligible employees’ dependents.
Airgas Scholarship Program for dependent children.
Paid holidays, vacation, sick time, and floating holidays.
Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
Pre-tax commuter transportation benefit.
Jury duty and funeral/bereavement leave.
Benefits begin after 30 days of employment, as stated in the posting.