Distribution Manager

Adelphi Group•Kenosha, WI

9d•$80,000 - $85,000•Onsite

About The Position

IMS represents leading brands at the point of purchase – in store, online, and behind the scenes – including digital and traditional signage, print and POP, branded merchandise, and more. Our marketplace is solution agnostic, so our clients achieve best execution at lowest price throughout North America. Our integrated platform (planning, procurement, freight, warehousing, kitting, fulfillment, field execution, analytics, and program management) empowers our clients to stay at the strategic level, knowing that we can help turn their marketing vision into a reality. IMS is wholly owned by Omnicom Group (NYSE: OMC), an inter-connected global network of leading marketing communication companies offering a diverse, comprehensive range of marketing solutions spanning brand advertising, customer relationship management, media planning and buying services, public relations and numerous specialty communications services to drive bottom line results for its clients. IMS is committed to building and maintaining a team that reflects the diverse consumer base and communities that we serve. We know that when our associates are empowered to bring their whole selves to work, they feel valued and appreciated, and bring better results for our clients. We strive to build a culture that rewards people for their unique perspectives and contributions, and where our people are connected - to the work we do, to each other, and to IMS. IMS is currently seeking a Distribution Manager to work in our Kenosha, WI distribution facility.

Requirements

Associate's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience
Familiarity with excel and intermediate skills to include (Pivot tables, vlookup, formatting, and data organizing)
Minimum of eight years of distribution and project management experience in the POP/POS industry.

Nice To Haves

Experience starting up new clients & facilities, working with WMS & RF and having Six Sigma experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

Account service – work with account teams and Client project managers to plan projects, communicate details, submit estimates if needed, and ensure our understanding of the project meets clients expectations.
P&L responsibilities – aggressively manage monthly forecasts, monitor GP and tightly control expenses
Inventory management – aggressively manage process compliance in receiving, shipping and inventory control.
Project management – develop and manage all aspects of a project by planning staff, space, and supplies.
Quality assurance – key driver to guarantee quality meets or exceeds client’s requirements.
Oversee kit pack-out and distribution – work with the team to deliver accurate, efficient, on-time pack-out at or under budget.
Comply with ISO 9001:2008 procedures – reinforce & continually work to improve standards
Project completion – oversee the close of a project which includes computer system work, facility clean-up, product put-away, and invoicing.
Staffing – assist in staff hiring, training, development, motivation, and performance against measurement. 10 – 50 direct reports (includes contracted labor)
Safety & OSHA – assure all employees follow Federal, State and OSHA requirements for safety and operations.