Distribution Manager (Evening Shift)

Butterball Careers•Mount Olive, NC

4d•Onsite

About The Position

The Distribution Manager oversees the team responsible for shipping and distribution, ensuring work is performed safely, efficiently, and effectively and that products are loaded and shipped correctly within designated time frames. The role develops and implements standards and policies to foster a safety culture and continuous improvement through Butterball Operation System Solutions (BOSS), establishes key performance indicators (KPIs), and ensures their successful execution. It is responsible for safety, compliance, and upkeep of shipping and distribution areas. The manager leads individual contributors and/or supervisors, provides coaching and support, and manages human resources activities including hiring, terminations, performance management, goal setting, development, and scheduling. The position implements continuous improvement initiatives, manages resources and capacity, and directs distribution programs and procedures to meet internal standards, contractual obligations, and regulatory requirements. It partners across functions to support safe product flow and oversees inventory, FIFO, cooler cleanouts, housekeeping, investigations, audits, inspections, compliance, and resolutions. The role also facilitates meetings, advises broader leadership, reviews metrics, and addresses efficiency and quality gaps. Work is primarily in a manufacturing plant with varying conditions, including cold, wet, and warm areas, chemicals, and other site conditions, and occasionally in climate-controlled offices. Personal protective equipment is required in the manufacturing environment. Occasional travel may be required.

Requirements

High school diploma, GED, or equivalent.
At least 6 years of relevant experience, or the knowledge, skills, and abilities to succeed in the role.
At least 2 years of leadership experience, or the knowledge, skills, and abilities to succeed in the role.
Strong knowledge of shipping, storage, warehousing, HACCP, and/or USDA policies.
Strong understanding of distribution regulations, safety standards, and best practices.
Strong leadership skills, including the ability to develop, mentor, coach, support, and motivate a team.
Skill in resource management, delegation, and prioritizing deliverables.
Strong communication, presentation, and organizational skills.
Ability to identify and implement process improvements.
Project management skills and the ability to impact results.
Proficient technology skills and ability to learn and apply new technologies.
Ability to create and track KPIs.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in a related field.

Responsibilities

Oversee shipping and distribution operations to ensure safety, efficiency, effectiveness, and timely, accurate product loading and shipping.
Manage and support a team of individual contributors and/or supervisors, including coaching, guidance, and team development.
Conduct human resources activities such as hiring, terminations, performance management, goal setting, development, and scheduling.
Develop, enforce, and contribute to systems, policies, procedures, and department standards.
Set key performance indicators and ensure successful execution; gather and review metrics.
Participate in strategic planning and implement continuous improvement initiatives for distribution processes and systems.
Manage resources to maximize efficiency and capacity and achieve department goals.
Direct distribution programs, policies, plans, and processes to ensure compliance with internal standards, contractual obligations, and regulatory requirements.
Foster a safe work environment and ensure safety and compliance in shipping and distribution areas.
Oversee and evaluate department Standard Operating Procedures.
Partner cross-functionally to ensure safe product flow.
Oversee cooler cleanouts, inventory, FIFO, upkeep, and housekeeping.
Oversee investigations, audits, and inspections and ensure compliance and resolution of issues.
Guide and facilitate department and facility meetings and provide consultation to the broader leadership team.
Identify and resolve gaps in efficiency and quality.