Distribution Manager

Airgas • South Plainfield, NJ

2d • $75,000 - $90,000 • Onsite

About The Position

The Distribution Manager manages and supports all phases of distribution including daily truck routing (inter-company shuttles, trailer and bulk deliveries), coordinating truck maintenance, and recordkeeping and driver safety meetings. The Distribution Manager is focused on optimizing delivery service in a safe and efficient manner. This position leads and mentors drivers and collaborates on special priorities with the Plant Manager and shift leads.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or Equivalent
• 5+ years of experience in a manufacturing or distribution operation.
• 2+ years leadership experience in a distribution environment.
• Knowledge of truck routing and shipping hazardous materials.
• Knowledge of DOT regulations and FDA requirements.
• Working knowledge of SAP.
• Efficient in Microsoft Office products.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Self-starter, self-motivated, independent, well-organized, attention to detail.
• Team player with positive attitude; strong collaborative skills; ability to influence without having direct authority.
• Ability to read and comprehend technical procedures, governmental regulations, MSDS, safety rules, manufacturer operating and maintenance instructions, procedure manuals, etc.
• Must be able to work with a wide variety of people with different personalities and backgrounds.
• Must have effective oral and written English language ability.
• Strong analytical skills; competency for understanding metrics and ability to present and communicate to all levels of the organization and external customers.
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percentages.
• Must be customer service oriented and able to interact in a professional, respectful and courteous manner.
• Must be able to safely drive a forklift.

Nice To Haves

• College degree in supply chain management or logistics management or related field

Responsibilities

• Provides safety and compliance training to meet DOT, OSHA, FDA and Corporate requirements.
• Supports and advances distribution efficiency initiatives for the location, including demand leveling.
• Fosters continuous improvement in daily distribution operations.
• Develops, documents and trains employees on SOPs and processes.
• Daily review and processing of all DOT documentation including vehicle condition reports and drivers hours of service, route efficiency and completion.
• Reviews incoming orders for accuracy and unusual requirements. Communicate unusual requirements for production planning.
• Prepares daily local and inter-branch delivery schedule for cylinders and bulk.
• Prepares load sheets, delivery tickets and manifests and highlights any critical customer requirements.
• Collaborates to ensure loads are accurate and complete.
• Reviews returned trips for paperwork accuracy and completeness, and unfulfilled orders
• Reviews open orders for status and closure.
• Responds to inquiries from sales, customer service and branches regarding delivery status and capabilities
• Provides support for urgent delivery requirements.
• Coordinates availability of drivers and equipment, including all maintenance requirements, to ensure that adequate resources are available to meet distribution needs.
• Manages distribution costs and maximizes service response through balancing of daily routes and overall system optimization.
• Leads and mentors drivers.
• Other duties and projects as assigned.

Benefits

• Airgas offers a full benefits package designed to support your whole life, including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, AD&D, and Disability Insurance.
• We offer up to 14-week paid child birth benefits to support growing families.
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with company match, Tuition Assistance, Paid Holidays, Vacation, and Sick time.
• Your benefits start after just 30 days of employment.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP), pre-tax commuter transportation benefit, parental leave, vacation, sick time, floating holidays, jury duty and funeral/bereavement leave, and paid holidays for all eligible full-time employees.
• Additionally, we offer our eligible employees a 401k plan with company matching funds, tuition reimbursement, discounted college tuition for eligible employees’ dependents, and an Airgas Scholarship Program for dependent children.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees